Sioux Falls Parks

As city pools open, Sioux Falls plans for aquatics investments

By Jodi Schwan | May 31, 2023

Changes to swim lessons, new special events and plans for the future — what the season ahead holds for Sioux Falls pools.

City parks fill with thousands of new flowers

By Jodi Schwan | May 22, 2023

If you think your backyard planting is a bit much, consider this: Every year, the city of Sioux Falls plants roughly 20,000 flowers throughout the park system.

Hayward Park unveils improvements, with ripple effect in school, neighborhood

By Jodi Schwan | May 17, 2023

Talk about making a splash. Take a look at the newly improved Hayward Park — and the difference it’s already making for a neighborhood.

New skate park finalizes design, nears construction

By Jodi Schwan | April 19, 2023

When it opens later this year, the new Barb Iverson Skate Park likely will be among the largest in the country. Check out what’s ahead!

Century-old McKennan Park band shell is getting a face-lift

By Jodi Schwan | March 6, 2023

At nearly 100 years old, the band shell at McKennan Park is getting a little love for its next century of life.

Ready to embrace winter? New outdoor fun is ahead

By Jacqueline Palfy | January 4, 2023

Free skate rentals, a snowman hunt and a Snowshoe Glowshoe are just some of the winter fun that awaits — starting this weekend.

What could be in store for Sioux Falls pools? We’ll show you

By Jodi Schwan | November 16, 2022

Five Sioux Falls swimming pools could see renovations or replacements – including a few major changes. Here’s a look at some initial plans.

City to update pool planning process next week

By Pigeon605 Staff | November 9, 2022

You can get a glimpse into the future for Sioux Falls pools at a series of planning meetings next week.

Midco Aquatic Center proves city’s demand for indoor aquatics

By Jodi Schwan | October 17, 2022

Six years ago, no one knew how Sioux Falls would respond to indoor aquatics. Now, demand is so high the city is open to a second location.

City opens pop-up park near downtown parking ramp

By Jodi Schwan | October 3, 2022

Downtown got a little more green in recent days, with the installation of a turfed park area alongside a parking ramp.

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