The Week Ahead: July 29-Aug. 4

The Week Ahead is our hand-picked event guide to the next seven days in Sioux Falls and slightly beyond. For guaranteed placement or to promote your event ahead of time, email [email protected] about a featured event listing.

July 29: Art market, music and food truck

Join Severance Brewing Co. on North Phillips Avenue for a giveback event supporting the Sioux Falls Arts Council. Enjoy local art, meeting local artists from 4 to 6 p.m., live music by Andrew Woodhull from 3 to 5 p.m. and food by Old Skool Jersey Rippers & Balls from 4:30 to 8:30 p.m.

July 29-Aug. 1: ‘Broadway and Beyond!’

“Broadway and Beyond!” brings the magic of New York City through song and dance to the McKennan Park stage — from “In the Heights,” “Footloose” and “Trolls” to classics such as “Music Man,” “West Side Story” and “Les Miserables.” This free show features a cast of all ages with performances at 7 p.m. Thursday through Saturday and 2 p.m. Sunday

Bring your lawn chair, blankets and bug spray. Shows are weather-dependent.

July 30: Backartigans Cherry Bomb! Art Show

The backyard art show team is back, this time at 733 S Willow Ave. Art from 20 artists will be for sale from 6 to 9 p.m., plus there will be music and concessions.

July 31: Almost Annual Rock Swap

Jack Fox Park in Canton hosts this unique event from the Sioux Empire Gem and Mineral Society from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. You’ll find vendors from as far as Oregon, featuring minerals, fossils, jewelry, rock art, polished rocks, Lake Superior agates, cutting rough and some equipment.

July 31: The Great Cardboard Boat Race

Whether you’re a competitor or spectator, it’s worth a trip to Kuehn Pool from 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. as cardboard boats vie for the win in five age divisions. Boats are judged on their creativity and seaworthiness. Each boat will need up to two participants to commandeer the course. Boats must be constructed using corrugated cardboard and duct tape, with no wood, styrofoam, fiberglass, paint or plastic. Life jackets for this event will be provided and must be worn by contestants. Swimsuits are required. Active swim pass or daily admission required. Registration required — click here.

July 31: Top Dog Contest

Is your dog the cutest, best-dressed or even ugliest in town? Bring him or her to the pregame festivities for the Sioux Falls Storm from 3 to 5 p.m. Costumes are encouraged, and bring a bio for your dog. Each division registration is $15. Each registration includes a ticket to the game that evening. All dogs will receive a swag bag of goodies, and the winners will take home some great prizes. Proceeds go to Big Paws Canine Foundation, whose primary mission is to provide service and companion dogs to disabled veterans and former first responders injured in the line of duty. Click here to learn more and sign up.

Aug. 1: Kombucha workshop

The newly opened Gist Wine Shop at 108 W. 11th St. will hold a kombucha homebrewing demonstration and tasting workshop from 2 to 4 p.m. Learn about the history, health benefits and production methods of the ancient tea. Click here to learn more.