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Summer Fun

Looking to keep the kids busy this summer? Our ABC’s of Summer offers a fun-filled list to keep everyone entertained. We have a range of ideas, from activities to enjoy at home to both free and paid adventures in our community or nearby areas! Consider exploring our website for exciting day trip suggestions within a few hours of Sioux Falls!

Our 5th Familyfest Fun Cruise is happening June 1st! Families from all over the Sioux Falls area can spend the day together by cruising around town to check out local businesses. These businesses provide extra specials, giveaways, discounts, and activities for the whole family throughout the day of the cruise. You can visit as many or as few stops as you would like, whatever works best for your family!

We have numerous new updates and changes this year! Be sure to grab your Familyfest Fun Cruise Swag Bag from The Outdoor Campus! We’re thrilled to announce that Touch-ATruck will return this year as a stop on the cruise! It’s been absent since 2019! Additionally, dress-up characters are making a comeback this year. Remember to tag us in your photos and stories on social media!

FUNCRUISE

If you spot Fancy (our Mascot Unicorn) and me on the day of the cruise, be sure to say “Hi!”

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Cookies Easy Oatmeal Banana

Say yes to making and eating more cookies with this healthier cookie recipe! These cookies are made with simple ingredients, have no added sugar, and are easy to make with younger kids. Go online to find the full recipe!

15 Free Things to Do in the Sioux Falls Area

The Sioux Falls Area is full of ways to enjoy free family fun! We compiled a list of 15 free things to do this summer that you won’t want to miss. Go online to check out the list of free fun in Sioux Falls, from music, museums, events, and more!

Sioux Falls Summer Bucket List Printable

Get ready to dive into summer fun in the Sioux Falls Area! Find your free Sioux Falls Summer Bucket List Printable online! Challenge your family to try new things this summer and enjoy everything the area has to offer.

Mother’s Day Gifts She Actually Wants

We love celebrating Moms all year long here at The ‘hood Magazine, but especially on Mother’s Day! Check out this online article for gift ideas for what the Mom in your life really wants this Mother’s Day.

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SIOUX EMPIRE’S FAMILY RESOURCE

The Sioux Falls Area is full of fun family events! Check out some of our favorite upcoming events below. For a complete list of area events, check out our online Calendar!

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June and July Class Registration

GFP Outdoor Campus

Summer is almost here and the Outdoor Campus is excited to invite you to all of our fun, FREE summer programming opportunities. Whether you are a novice or a seasoned outdoor enthusiast, the Outdoor Campus has a class to pique your interest.

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Familyfest Fun Cruise

Sioux Falls

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Cruise the Sioux Empire, check-out incredible area business, participate in fun activities, and sign up to win fun prizes! Learn what the Sioux Falls Area has to offer your family during this amazing FREE cruise.

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Maggie in the Meantime

Levitt at the Falls

Sioux Falls Canaries

Opening Day

The Birdcage

The first home game for the SF Canaries 2024 Season is on May 17th against the FargoMoorhead RedHawks! Stay for a post-game fireworks display presented by Reynolds Construction Management. Get ready to enjoy a summer at the Birdcage!

Join Levitt at the Falls for a Saturday morning family show on June 8! Maggie in the Meantime blends storytelling with original arrangements of traditional and modern folk, rock, and Celtic music for a multigenerational shared music experience. Levitt events are FREE and fun for the whole family.

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Siouxland Renaissance Festival

W.H. Lyon Fairgrounds

The Siouxland Renaissance Festival celebrates spring in Shrewsbury, England, 1575. Experience historical reenactments, jousting, and entertainment on eight stages. Explore vendors with goods and food, and a children’s realm. Open Saturday 10 am - 7 pm & Sunday 10 am - 6 pm. Siouxlandrenfest.com

by Katherine Jaeger

Family Camping: Worth the Work

Going camping with a young family might seem like a daunting task, but the rewards far outweigh the challenges! The outdoors is such a great teacher for all of us, but especially for youth. Providing my kids with the chance to play and explore in an outdoor setting allows them to gain confidence in themselves and experience new things. We all benefit from the fresh air and sunshine, and I’ve noticed my kids are much happier when we spend time outside.

Is going camping with my young family difficult? Of course! The logistics of safe sleep, clean clothing, bottles, milk/formula, and everything else that comes with small kids are still there. In many ways, some of those logistics are magnified in the outdoors! But the work is worth it. I get to see my children learning and exploring, and we make amazing family memories.

If you want to start camping with your family this summer, here are some things to keep in mind.

The first is to start small! The first trip is always the hardest. Once

you figure out systems that work for your family, it becomes much more manageable. Don’t feel the need to go to some grand location either. Start small at a nearby state park where you can always run back home if you forget something (been there!).

Secondly, don’t compare your time outside with anyone else. Sometimes, I feel like an imposter in the outdoors when I see people on social media do things like backpack for miles with small children. It’s okay if your camping experience looks different than

someone else’s! The goal is to get outside and enjoy time as a family. It does not have to be a perfect camping experience to be worth it.

Lastly, go with the flow. Sometimes, my kids only eat goldfish and s’mores. Sometimes, they don’t go to bed until almost 10 p.m. The memories we are making are far more important than a weekend of perfect nutrition and schedules. So, grab your gear, embrace the adventure, and have a blast with your little ones in the great outdoors.

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Your 2024 Summer Fun Guide

Arboretums and Garden Tour

Visit one of the many gardens in the Sioux Falls area. Check out the Mary Jo Wegner Arboretum, McKennan Park, or the Japanese Gardens at Terrace Park! All are great places to see nature in full bloom.

Bowling, Movies, and More!

We all love to enjoy the outdoors in the summer, but sometimes it rains. Thankfully, there are many indoor activity places to visit to keep your family busy, like 605 Ninja, Bowling, Butterfly House & Aquarium, Frontier Climbing, Midco Aquatic Center, Scheels, Sky Zone, West Mall 7, or Wings Gymnastics… to name a few.

BritZa Performing Arts Studio britzaperformingarts.com Join us for a summer full of performing arts. Our summer camps are the perfect opportunity for students to try out acting, singing, or dancing before the fall semester starts. We even have private lessons and master classes available! Bounce

With over 300 inflatables to choose from starting at just $99, there is something fun for any event! Most inflatables qualify to pay 1 day, get up to 3 days FREE! Cool down with a waterslide, or challenge your friends with an obstacle course! Call Today! (605) 310-9529

Camping Adventure

Pack up the tent and go on a camping adventure! Check out one of the area State Parks like Palisades, Newton Hills, or Lewis and Clark Recreation Area for an adventure a bit closer to home.

Stock Up for Summer

School is almost out for summer, and you can be prepared! Grab your summer fits and gear for all ages and stages – we have the like-new clothes, shoes, and so much more all under one roof.

Children’s Museum of South Dakota prairieplay.org

Did someone say road trip? Greet life-size Mama T. Rex and climb the clouds. Cruise on down KidStreet where you can change a tire, deliver the mail, splash in a water room, and more! Coming soon: Lunar Life space exhibit. Stay tuned to prairieplay.org to learn more!

Chalk the Sidewalk

When families are out for walks, it’s hard to NOT participate in a course or hopscotch activity! Make a walk fun for your neighbors by drawing one out on your sidewalk.

Dig in the Sand

Spend some time digging in the sand at an area lake this summer. Check out Lake Vermillion, Lake Alvin, or Wall Lake for some fun in the sand.

Day Trip

Take a day trip! Get the whole family in the car to explore a new town. Pick a nearby town you have never been to and learn what it has to offer!

Evening Picnics or BBQ’s

Finish off your summer days with a picnic or BBQ outside! Invite over friends or family to enjoy the cooler summer weather in the evenings. Or start a neighborhood tradition of weekly neighborhood BBQ’s!

Eastway Bowl: Kids Bowl Free eastwaybowl.com

Check out the Kids Bowl Free program at Eastway Bowl. Once your child is signed up, they can bowl two free games each day during the summer program. Shoe rental not included. Check out the family pass as well.

Familyfest Fun Cruise familyfestsf.com

Get ready for a day full of FREE family fun! Cruise around town from 9am-2pm on June 1st to check out area business and participate in tons of amazing activities. Learn what the Sioux Empire has to offer your family!

Falls Park Adventure

Start your Saturday morning with a visit to the Falls Park Farmer’s Market, venture across the street to the Stockyards Ag Experience, and end it with lunch or ice cream from Falls Overlook Café.

First Friday

Take a stroll Downtown and check out all the deals and events that happen during their First Fridays all summer long. Make sure to check out the Washington Pavilion’s Free First Fridays event each month!

Game, Fish and Parks

Outdoor Campus - Sioux Falls gfp.sd.gov/toc-east

The Outdoor Campus is your connection to the outdoors! Make this summer one to remember with FREE outdoor programming offered by our expert instructors and volunteers. Registration for summer programs opens May 8 for June Classes, June 5 for July Classes, and July 3 for August classes. Free Family Fun!

Good Shepherd Lutheran School

facebook.com/gswels

Good Shepherd Lutheran School is a stateaccredited Christian school that prepares students to succeed both spiritually and intellectually long after they leave campus. Join us for Preschool & Kindergarten Open House on May 21 and watch the GSL Facebook page for affordable Pop-Up Camps in June and July!

Great Plains Zoo

Butterfly House & Aquarium

GreatZoo.org

Go wild this summer! From corals, jellyfish, and butterflies to rhinos, penguins, and tigers – two locations to embark, engage, and explore. New this summer - splash pad, African lions, and touch pool! Enjoy unlimited year-round visits with a Monarch membership – plus members-only discounts and free admission to events.

Host a Summer Fun Day

Host a summer fun day for your friends and family! Focus on all things summer. Think water activities, ice cream, and time outside. Check out one of the area splash pads for a fantastic morning of play.

‘hood Calendar

Looking for fun events for your family? The ‘hood calendar is the perfect place to find out what is going on in the Sioux Empire. Discover events and programs that are perfect for your family all summer long.

Ice Cream Tour

Make your way around town this summer to all the area Ice Cream spots! Try something new each time you go to see if you can discover a new favorite treat!

Jump in the Pool

Take the edge off the summer heat by jumping in the pool! Check out Wild Water West, Siouxnami, Midco, or the Sioux Falls Parks and Rec Pools for places to swim all summer long.

Journal Summer Memories

Keep a simple summer journal where you write down 1-3 sentences of what you did that day. Someday you will love getting to look back at your summer of fun!

siouxlandlib.org/summer-reading-program

Large Arcade Event Rooms

Go-Karts

Mini Golf

Euro Bungy

Tilt-A-Whirl

Water Wars

Batting Cages

Kumon Math and Reading Center of Sioux Falls 3616 Southeastern Ave. Sioux Falls, SD 57103 siouxfalls_sd@ikumon.com 605-371-2319

and knowledge. Kumon caters to each individual’s learning journey.

Levitt at the Falls levittsiouxfalls.org

Levitt at the Falls is a family-friendly outdoor concert venue. May 31-September 14, enjoy free concerts on Thursday, Friday, and Saturday night, with family shows on select Saturday mornings. Bring your lawn chair and enjoy a variety of live, professional music in downtown Sioux Falls. All ages welcome!

LaunchPAD Children’s Museum launchpadmuseum.com

Blast off into summer with LaunchPAD! LaunchPAD Children’s Museum hosts daily activities Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday. There are also a variety of summer camps all summer long for kids ages 5 and older. Registration is available on our website.

Music Moments

Take in the music this summer! Sign your child up for summer music lessons, go to a show at the Pavilion, or check out all the performers coming to the Levitt this summer.

Nature Walk and Scavenger Hunt

Add some extra fun to your walk. Print off a nature scavenger hunt and see how many things you can find as a family. Or go to the Outdoor Campus and pick up a scavenger hunt to enjoy while walking their trails.

Obstacle Course

Use all sorts of things around your house to allow kids to climb, crawl, or jump around in the yard. Chairs, hula hoops, pool noodles, laundry baskets… the possibilities are endless. Get creative!

Pizza Ranch & Fun Zone Arcade pizzaranch.com

Pizza Ranch & FunZone Arcade offers a pizza and chicken buffet along with fun games and prizes. Awards Won: Best Buffet (Local Best), Best Chicken (Local Best), Best Food Delivery (Local Best), Best Pizza (Local Best), Voted Best Pizza In Sioux Falls (Hot 104.7 FM), and the SD Community Service Award (SDRA)

Park Parade

Make it a goal to visit as many area parks this summer as possible! Find hidden gems, explore new areas of town, and enjoy being outside.

Question Explored

Have each person in your family pick out a question they want to explore this summer. Maybe they want to know more about how airplanes fly or they have questions about bears. Take the time this summer to explore local resources to help answer their questions!

Read Something New

Join an area book club or pick up a new book you would normally pass over this summer. Challenge your kids to read this summer by creating fun challenges! Head over to a local library if you need help finding the perfect book.

and Recreation! Enjoy outdoor pools, sports leagues, camps, yoga in the park, and hydrant parties. Explore hundreds of activities for all ages and interests. Find your fun!

at the ballpark? Dive into the fun of chasing foul balls, capturing memories with Cagey, and letting ketchup drip from your hotdog onto your shirt! Tell your parents to “Take you out to a ballgame!”

Siouxland Libraries siouxlandlib.org/events

Enjoy free fun this summer at Siouxland Libraries! Unleash your imagination in our dedicated play spaces. Enjoy Storytimes, crafts, and STEM activities to keep young minds engaged all summer long. Check our calendar for events.

23rd Annual Siouxland Renaissance Festival SiouxlandRenFest.com

Welcome to the Siouxland Renaissance Festival, celebrating the season in Shrewsbury, England, 1575. Enjoy historical reenactments, jousting, and entertainment on eight stages. Explore vendors offering goods and food, and a children’s realm. Open Saturday 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. and Sunday 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Tickets at www.siouxlandrenfest.com.

Waterpark allseasonscenter.org

Join us this summer for indoor and out door fun! Featuring waterslides, Iowa’s only aquatic zipline, a 16-foot climbing wall, lazy river and more! Evening weekday specials all summer long. Located in Sioux Center, Iowa. Call us at (712) 722-4386.

Sweet Amber Lynn’s facebook.com/ profile.php?id=100089780942203 What’s your favorite nostalgic candy? Chances are, you can find it (and more) at Sweet Amber Lynn’s, located on South Louise Ave next to Juice Stop. Stay awhile at our custom counter created by Brian’s Custom Creations. Our bulk and soda displays will wow you. We hope to serve you!

Sanford fit fit.sanfordhealth.org

fit is the Children’s Health Initiative from Sanford Health, developed to engage and empower children, families, and communities to make healthy lifestyle choices. fit provides free online resources to support that goal. Discover printables, videos, lessons, games, and more online!

Take in a Show

Go to Mckennan Park for their free Children’s Theater Shows this summer! These shows are perfect for toddlers and elementary age children. Or check out what shows are playing at other theaters around town!

Thunder Road

Entertainment

thunderroadsiouxfalls.com

Come make memories with us! Time with our kids is limited, but not the fun at Thunder Road! With Go-Karts, Mini-Golf, Tilt-aWhirl, Batting Cages, Hyper Bowling, 7D-Theater, Mini Bowling, 2-Story Laser Tag, Omni-Arena VR, awesome food, and a huge arcade, you choose your fun. Find your happy place here!

Unplugged and Outside

We all know the importance of spending intentional time unplugged from our phones, computers, or TV’s. Make it a family goal this summer to spend a portion of each day unplugged and outside!

Under the Stars

Upgrade your movie nights by setting up an outdoor projector and bedsheet and enjoy a movie outside after dusk. Check out the outdoor family movie nights offered by DTSF as well.

Vacation to the Twin Cities

Enjoy a bigger city this summer with a vacation to the Twin Cities! With plenty of parks, museums, attractions, and events the Twin Cities has something for everyone. Go online to read our full weekend guide to the Twin Cities!

Volunteer in the Sioux Empire

Give back to your community this summer by volunteering! Your family might be shocked at how much fun volunteering can really be. Check out the Helpline Center for places your family can serve.

Wells Visitor Center & Ice Cream Parlor ilovewells.com

At the parlor we celebrate everything ice cream! With 40 flavors to choose from, there are endless combinations. We have interactive experiences including a virtual production line, racing our freezer robots, photo ops, Wells history wall, and 2 free movies that showcase our history and how ice cream is made.

Washington Pavilion WashingtonPavilion.org

Spend your day at the Washington Pavilion! Enjoy all of the new exhibits, activities and programs at the Kirby Science Discovery Center and Visual Arts Center. Plus don’t forget to order some delicious ice cream at Parlour or a yummy lunch at The WP cafe. See you soon!

Wild Water West wildwaterwest.com

ESCAPE TO THE TROPICS! Wild Water West is YOUR summer vacation! Enjoy the greatest slides and rides and entertainment! We’ve provided safe family fun for 30+ years! For the young and the young at heart, your destination is here! Come enjoy Wild Water West, you won’t regret it!

Xmas in the Summer

Bring a little Christmas cheer to your summer! Have fun celebrating Christmas in July and dive into all things Christmas, minus the cold weather.

Yard Games

Visit Game Chest, Kidtopia, or Child’s Play Toy stores and pick up a fun game to play outdoors. Frisbee, Ladder Ball, and Lawn Dart are all fun activities. Or get even more creative and create your own Yard Yahtzee or Farkle set with a few blocks of wood and some dots of paint.

Zzzzz’s Outdoors

If you’re not able to enjoy a getaway at a campground this summer, you can still make use of your tent by setting it up in the backyard! The bonus is you’ll have the comfort of your own bathroom nearby and no need for shower shoes.

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Ask the

Expert

Do you have a question for a Sioux Empire expert? ‘hood will be inviting area experts to weigh in and answer various questions from our readers.

Foley’s Heating & AC Inc.

Travis Ball Vice President

How do I prepare my Air Conditioner for the summer?

Proper preventive maintenance is required to increase the life and efficient operation of your air conditioning system. Consider the following:

• Trimming bushes and vegetation around the outdoor unit.

• Cleaning of debris from the outdoor unit.

• Proper cleaning of the coil on the outdoor unit.

• Inspection of the electrical on the condensing unit.

• Replacement of the filter on the unit inside.

• Inspection of the inside coil for the AC system.

These are some broad highlights that touch base on the important items needed. Some systems will require more in-depth inspections and/or maintenance requirements than others. A thorough checkup of your AC system every year is best for the longest life.

Sioux Falls, SD foleysheating.com (605) 940-8283

David Parker Campus Director

What types of classes does the Outdoor Campus offer?

The Outdoor Campus is a stateowned education facility that offers FREE outdoor education programming to anyone in the public. These classes focus on hunting, fishing, conservation, and outdoor skill education.

Participants can take classes in a variety of ways, but the two most common are through registration for our community programs or attending one of our open house classes. Community programs require participants to register through our online registration system. The limited class size allows for more personal instruction as well as more in-depth classes. Open house style classes allow for anyone to show up and participate in the class without registering.

To learn more about all of our free programming, visit our webpage!

4500 S. Oxbow Avenue

Sioux Falls, SD 57106

gfp.sd.gov/toc-east/ (605) 362-2777

State Office

Rachel Martens Regional Victim Services Manager

What is substance-impaired driving?

Substance-impaired driving goes beyond just alcohol. There’s also drugged driving, such as marijuana or other illicit drugs. Additionally, prescription medication and some over-thecounter medication, can classify someone as being impaired while operating a vehicle.

How can I help end substanceimpaired driving?

Substance-impaired driving is 100% preventable. Wearing a seatbelt, using public transport, utilizing rideshare apps, and taking personal responsibility for safe roadways are all crucial steps in ending this tragedy. The crashes, injuries, and deaths of our loved ones won’t stop unless we act together. It starts with YOU!

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FUN CRUISE

Join the Fun!

We love that the Familyfest Fun Cruise provides families with the chance to discover new opportunities here in the Sioux Empire. The Familyfest Fun Cruise has something for everyone! Maybe you are a newcomer to the area and looking for information on family-friendly activities, or you are a parent of growing children on the lookout for new opportunities. With something for everyone, we are confident that you will have a great time!

Join the Fun!

Liz and Brandon Wittrock’s family has been taking part in the Familyfest Fun Cruise since it started! We asked them why they love Familyfest and to give us their best tips for doing the Fun Cruise with a younger family.

Why does your family enjoy participating in the Familyfest Fun Cruise?

We love to support our local businesses and discover new things to see and do! My kids have also inherited my luck when it comes to giveaways, and the joy of freebies can’t be beat. As the years have gone on, it’s been so fun to run into our friends while we are out and about as well!

Pictured: Brandon and Liz Wittrock. Children: Damon, Kensi, Gwen, JD, and Arcadia

What are your tips and tricks for participating in Familyfest with younger children?

With the current set up of Familyfest having multiple “core” zones around town for activities - if you are going with younger kiddos I would definitely suggest choosing one (or two) of those clusters to enjoy and not try to set out to hit everywhere! Let the kids take their time enjoying the activities the businesses and organizations have put so much time and thought into!

Why should other families join in on the Cruise this year?

Aren’t you always looking for something cheap, fun and new to do?! Let ‘hood and Familyfest make it simple! Not only will you have this day covered, you’ll come away with so many more ideas of things to do and places to go for the rest of the summer (and beyond)!

FUNCRUISE 2024

JUNE 1ST • 9AM-2PM

FREE FAMILY FUN

The Familyfest Fun Cruise is back for a fifth year of fun! You will want to stay tuned to the Familyfest Facebook and Instagram pages and subscribe to the ‘hood newsletter to stay up to date with all the fun happening as we lead up to the main event on Saturday, June 1st from 9am – 2pm

What is the Familyfest Fun Cruise? The Familyfest Fun Cruise is the perfect way for families to explore all that our amazing community has to offer! From 9am-2pm on June 1st, families can spend the day together cruising to area businesses and organizations to participate in activities, enter to win prizes, and get some deals!

Does our family have to cruise to all the locations listed or in any specific order? No! Your family can go to as many or as few stops as you would like and in any order! Many families will start at the swag bag location, The Outdoor Campus, and then head to the stops that interest their family! At Lake Lorraine is Touch-A-Truck, sponsored by Knife River! Or head over to Eastway Bowl where you will find a Character Stop, sponsored by Black Hills Credit Union. You are in control of your family’s cruising experience!

Wait, did you say The Outdoor Campus? Yes, the swag bag location is The Outdoor Campus! Not only will you be able to pick up your swag bag here, but you can also enjoy some free fishing! The 500 bags will be handed out starting at 9 am, 1 bag per family. Swag bags are sponsored by Virtus Investment Partners.

How do I know what stops might fit our family? Our listings, starting on page 32, will have a colored dot to signify what age groups these stops might cater to. Use the key at the top of the listings to search for the perfect stops for your family.

What is the cost of the Familyfest Fun Cruise?

Absolutely nothing! It’s true! The Familyfest Fun Cruise is completely free for all families participating. Some stops may have additional items/services available for purchase, but there is no purchase required to visit each stop.

What is the Familyfest Fun Cruise Digital Passport? At each stop location, there will be a QR Code for your family to scan. When you scan the code, you will be asked to enter your name, email, and answer a question about that stop. Every time you scan a different QR Code and answer the question, you will earn one entry into our Familyfest Fun Cruise drawings for hundreds of dollars in prizes!

We saved the best for last! Want to cruise in style? Through May 27th, you can enter to win one of the two “Cruising to Family Fun” giveaway packages from our friends at Voyage Federal Credit Union. Included is 2 hours cruising the Familyfest Fun Cruise in a limo from SuFu Cruise for your family (up to 12 people), along with goodies and a Familyfest swag bag. Your limo will take you to any Familyfest Fun Cruise stops that you desire for 2 hours while you get to sit back and enjoy the time with your family! Visit familyfestsf.com to fill out the simple form for your chance to win one of these two packages. l

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Game, Fish and ParksOutdoor Campus

Sioux Falls

4500 S Oxbow Ave

Swing by the Outdoor Campus for FREE, Family Fun! We are offering no registration required, fishing at our pond. We will provide gear and bait, you come for the fun.

SWAG BAG PICK-UP LOCATION

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Kids ‘R’ Kids Learning Academy of Prairie Hills

2201 W Trevi Pl

Stop by and join us for water fun and snow cones! Tour our facility and see what Kids ‘R’ Kids has to offer.

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Acton Academy

Sioux Falls

4426 S Technology Dr

Defy gravity in a Bouncy House and conduct experiments, create your own “Super Bug,” and become an engineer by launching toys with creativity. Door prize drawing and giveaways!

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Butterfly House & Aquarium

4320 S Oxbow Ave

Stop by the Butterfly House & Aquarium for crafts, games, ambassador animals, and discounted admission for Familyfest participants!

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Health Connect of South Dakota (Pop-Up)

Sertoma Park (4300 S Oxbow Ave)

Sign up your family to attend the 2024 Health Connect Human Race! Go to this link to register www.runsignup.com under Health Connect’s Human Race and learn more!

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Your Nurtured Baby

2309 W Trevi Pl

Stop by Sioux Falls’ Premier Baby Spa + Boutique! We will have a fun story time starting every 45 minutes! Check out our social media for details + schedule!

You can visit stops in any order and as many as your family wants.

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Child’s Play Toys

5005 S Western Ave Unit 120

Join us for an insect themed chalk the walk! Draw your favorite butterfly or bug on our sidewalks at The Bridges! Register to win a bug themed prize valued at $100!

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Vern Eide Acura

4030 S Grange Ave

Stop by for inflatables, a bubble machine, and snow cones—free with a suggested donation benefiting a local non-profit. Fun for all ages!

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Bluepeak Fiber Internet

5009 S Western Ave Unit 200

Stop by the Bluepeak Tech Hub, check out our video game stations, grab a snack, and learn more about our rocket-fast fiber internet and streaming television services.

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SoDak Soda

South location only

2305 W Trevi Place

Stop by for a cool drink at SoDak Soda! Free mini sugar cookies, a drawing for a gift card and tumbler as well as a 10% discount for Familyfest families!

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Spirit of Joy Lutheran Church & Preschool

2208 W La Quinta Street

Cruise on in and burn off some energy in a Tropical obstacle course, hydrate with free water/ juice, and take home a pinwheel! A chance to win a family prize!

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Sanford Health

5015 S Western Ave Suite 120

Stop by with the entire family for fun, engaging activities! We will have hands-on STEM, play centers, giveaways, bubbles, safety demonstrations, and the Zoo Express from 10am-noon.

STOP #1 l SCHEELS

5015 S Western Ave Suite 120

Grab a sweet treat for your FUN Cruise! Fuzziwigs, inside of SCHEELS, will have 25% off Dippin’ Dots Ice Cream! See you there.

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605 Ninja

2101 W 41st Suite 41

Stop by for free play & obstacle courses! Ideal for Ages 5+ Tennis shoes & safety waiver required.

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SDSU ExtensionFamily, Food & Wellness

4101 W 38th St Suite 103

Interactive games and takehome activities for all to enhance your family life, nutrition, physical activity, and overall wellness. Cruise on by to learn more about SDSU Extension services and programs for all ages.

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Sylvan Learning (Pop-Up)

Inside 605 Ninja (2101 W 41st Suite 41)

Come visit Sylvan Learning at the 605 Ninja location! Sylvan Learning will be giving away toys and prizes! At Sylvan Learning we make learning personal and we deliver results!

South Side

STOP # 1 l FUNctional

Kids

Pediatric Therapy

5625 S Southeastern Ave

Get your body moving, try our thrilling obstacle course! Run, jump, and crawl your way through fun challenges. After you conquer the obstacles, reward yourself with a FREE treat.

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BritZa Performing Arts Studio

1500 E 77th St

Join us for a lively dance party, create a wooden spoon puppet craft, enjoy a visit from Chick-FilA’s Princess Cow (10:00-12:00), plus exciting prizes and giveaways!

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Stensland Family Farms

3101 W 41st St

Stenslands are having a Parking Lot Party - Come join us for activities, music, and samples!

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Kid to Kid

2101 W 41st St STE 10

Visit Kid to Kid, the top choice for children’s resale, to find kids’ clothing, shoes, toys, gear, and more at significantly discounted prices!

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Ultimate Automotive

1400 E 77th St

Inflatable fun with a large obstacle course and bounce house for littles. Prizes for children of all ages!

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Wild Child Adventures (Pop-Up)

Inside BritZa (1500 E 77th St)

Get in touch with your inner wild child! Stop in for a little fun, view mock setups, and enter our raffle to win a free sleepover! Raffle tickets are $1/entry.

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The Sensory Studio (Pop-Up)

At FUNctional (5625 S Southeastern Ave)

Discover the Delights of Sensory Play! Stop by for hands-on adventure in play and creativity! Whether you’re molding, making, or just exploring, there’s something here to ignite every imagination.

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Wings Gymnastics Academy

5825 S Bahnson Ave

Cruise into either Wings location to explore all our class & event options and enjoy some open play time. Plus enter a chance to win a free birthday party package!

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CRUISE STOPS AROUND THE CITY on

June 1st from 9am-2pm!

l Ages 0-4 | l Ages 5-9 | l Ages 10+ | l All Ages

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North Side

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Boys Scouts, Sioux Council

804 N West Ave

Join us at the all-new Urban Adventure Center! Includes blow-up archery range, bocci ball, foursquare, climb our bouldering wall & more! We are excited to be a part of Familyfest!

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23rd Annual Siouxland

Renaissance Festival

100 N Lyon Blvd

Come play in the past! Siouxland Renaissance Festival celebrates spring in Shrewsbury, England, 1575. Experience reenactments, jousting, and eight stages of entertainment. Open Saturday and Sunday. Tickets at siouxlandrenfest.com.

Lake Lorraine

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Knife River (Pop-Up)

2400 S Lorraine PlaceLake Lorraine

Come out for our TouchA-Truck! Get up close and personal with some fantastic trucks in the Lake Lorraine Parking lot! Sponsored by Knife River.

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SiouxperCon (Pop-Up)

At Boyscouts (804 N West Ave) Come see us at the Boys Scouts for prizes, games, and giveaways! Learn about our SiouxperCon Event, September 27th-28th, featuring a full KidsZone area with special characters! Get ready for fun!

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Soccer Sprouts (Pop-Up)

At Boyscouts (804 N West Ave) Fun for ages 3-10! Dribble on over to see us & play some fun soccer games. Win prizes! Enter to win a free season and snag some awesome freebies.

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Silverstar Car Wash

4410 W Crossroads Pl Check out our newest product, Graphene (MAX), with a FREE wash for your ride and FREE snacks when you mention Familyfest. Plus, kids get to find and clean their own car to take home!

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Simply Put (Pop-Up)

At Boyscouts (804 N West Ave) We will have beverages available for everyone! There will be hot/ iced coffee, caffeinated and noncaffeinated fruity drinks on ice available. Also, a little surprise for all who come through.

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STOP #2 l l Color Splash Studio

2 Stops: In the Parking Lot of Wings & 2400 S Marion Rd, Suite 120 Fast, fun, and family-friendly! We’ve expedited the Tie-dye process to have more fun in less time. Individuals or Parties, all are welcome! Come in and see what it’s all about!

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Saftey Village of South Dakota (Pop-Up)

2400 S Lorraine PlaceLake Lorraine Stop by the Safety Village of South Dakota’s Safety Fair, interact with our safety partners and first responders through demonstrations and conversations that will help keep you safe this summer!

• Stop and look left, then right, then left again for moving cars before you step into the street.

• Cross streets at corners or in crosswalks.

• Walk on the sidewalk facing traffic.

• Be aware of traffic – don’t be distracted by your phone!

• Day: wear brightly colored clothing.

• Night: use a flashlight or wear reflective material.

CRUISE STOPS AROUND THE CITY

on June 1st from 9am-2pm!

sector 6

Lake Lorraine

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Silverstar Car Wash

5000 W 26th St

Check out our newest product, Graphene (MAX), with a FREE wash for your ride and FREE snacks when you mention Familyfest. Plus, kids get to find and clean their own car to take home!

STOP #5 l Rainy Day Coffee Co. (Pop-Up)

2400 S Lorraine PlaceLake Lorraine

Need a caffeine break? Stop by Lucille the Coffee Truck and let us “pour” you one of our fun lattes or enjoy $.50 off frozen hot chocolate for the kiddos!

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East Side

STOP #1 l Flourish Wellness & Birth Co.

2908 E 26th St

Check out Sioux Falls’ premier Wellness clinic and Birth Center! We have 15% off clinic discounts and ear piercing! Enjoy drinks, treats, and games. Register for an amazing door prize!

STOP #2 l Eastway Bowl

3201 E 10th St

Roll your way into Eastway Bowl and take your shot on our kid friendly lane. Everyone receives prizes, but only the first 100 get entered in for our prize giveaways!

STOP #6 l l Wings Gymnastics Academy

2556 S Lorraine Pl

Cruise into either Wings location to explore all our class & event options and enjoy some open play time. Plus enter

STOP #3 l Kumon Sioux Falls Math and Reading Center (Pop-Up)

Inside Eastway Bowl (3201 E 10th St)

Come visit us at Eastway Bowl and learn how Kumon can help your child this summer. Have a blast playing our relay gamefun for the whole family!

STOP #4 l l Black Hills Federal Credit Union (Pop-Up)

Inside Eastway Bowl (3201 E 10th St)

Black Hills Federal Credit Union will be at Eastway Bowl for a memorable photo op! Stop by their photobooth to capture a magical moment with beloved movie characters.

From the experts at Sanford fit

Minimize Screens Maximize FUN!

School is out for summer! While this long-awaited break can bring pool days, camps, vacations, and neighborhood play, it can also mean a lack of routine and possibly more screen time. So how can you ensure your child’s summer is filled with less screens and more fun?! Keep reading for expert-backed tips!

Step 1: Discover the recommended amount of screen time for your child. Here are the American Academy of Pediatrics’ newest recommendations:

<18 Months

18-24 Months

2-5 Years

6+ Years

Tweens & Teens

Avoid screens (other than video-chatting).

Limit screen time to only introducing them to occasional educational pieces.

Limit screen time to 1 hour per day while co-viewing media.

No set limit, but place consistent limits on time using media, types of media, and where media usage is taking place.

No set limit but engage in conversation with your kids about their media use and who they are communicating with.

Step 2: As a family, make a plan!

• When can your child use a screen? (after play time, before/after meals)

• Where can a screen be used? (in a family room but avoid bedrooms)

• What shows or apps are approved?

Step 3: Create a list of screen-free activities everyone can reference when there’s “nothing to do.” Here are a few of our fit favorites!

• Paint/Color/Draw

• Crafts

• Build with Duplos/Magna-tiles/Legos

• Act Out Stories or Skits

• Write Letters to Friends or Family Get Creative

• Ride Bikes

• Go on a Nature Hike or Neighborhood Walk

• Play a Sport

• Dance

• Create a Backyard Obstacle Course Move Your Body

• Neighborhood Scavenger Hunt

• Sidewalk Chalk

• Water Balloon T-ball/Baseball

• Blow Bubbles

• Have a Picnic Take It Outside

• Listen to Music

• Do a Puzzle

• Read a Book

• Practice Deep Breathing

• Yoga Relax & Recharge

Scan here for more tips to minimizing kids’ screen time.

children ages 16 or younger

how it works

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