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Below you will find more about City-Sponsored Events and other events happening in Yankton. For up-to-date City Event information please follow us on Facebook!
Kids Summer Series
Click here for Yankton Community Library Facebook page!
Music at the Meridian
Come chill out on Thursday nights at The Lawn with live music, art, food, beverages and a breathtaking view of the Mighty Mo'. Music at the Meridian features a local opener and then a headliner music group from all over the country, continent and globe! Concertgoers are encouraged to bring their own lawn chairs and blankets for seating.
Dates: Every Thursday in July and August | Time: 5:30-8:30pm | Location: The Lawn
Click here for the Music at the Meridian Facebook Page
4th of July Fireworks
Celebrate Independence Day with a spectacular fireworks show. Come to The Lawn for a front row view of Yankton's 4th of July Firework Show displayed off the Meridian Bridge.
Fireworks will also be visible from Riverside Park.
Date: July 4 | Time: 10:00pm | Location: Riverside Park and The Lawn
5th of July Concert & Drone Show
Join us during our "Centennial Weekend" for a fun evening in Riverside Park as Nashville Recording Artist Logan Mize takes the stage for a free community concert. Following the show, the City of Yankton is proud to host the 1st City sponsored Drone Show in South Dakota! This event will feature food, kids' activities, and drinks. This event is made possible by our premier sponsor First Dakota National Bank.
Local Artist: 6:15-7:00pm
Logan Mize 7:30-9:00pm
Drone Show: 10:00pm
City of Yankton Centennial Celebration Events
The Meridian Bridge is turning 100! Join us in 2024 for our many Centennial Celebration events and activities to celebrate the Meridan Bridge "Spanning a Century." Join any of our family friendly entertainment and educational events in 2024. For more information:
Follow us on Instagram @meridianbridgecentennial
Follow us on Facebook @YanktonMeridianBridgeCentennial
Visit Our Website @ visityanktonsd.com/meridian-bridge-centennial
Holiday Festival of Lights
Join us as we usher in the holiday season when thousands of lights will illuminate the Meridian District with the annual Parade of Lights. Afterwards, head to the Meridian Bridge Plaza for the official tree lighting of Yankton's Christmas Tree, live carolers, hot chocolate and fireworks!
Date: First Thursday in December | Time: 6:00pm | Location: Meridian District & Meridian Plaza
Click here for the Holiday Festival of Lights Website
Click here to register a float for the parade
“Family Night” at The Huether Family Aquatics Center
Join us EVERY Wednesday evening from June 12th through August 14th for Family Night fun at The Huether Family Aquatics Center. Enjoy our special discounted family night rates of $4 for non members from 5-7:30pm every family night. Have fun in the pool while your family participates in the many family night entertainment options. Music, dancing, games, prizes, contests, and more! Mark your calendars for Wednesday evenings this summer, and come join us for some “SPLASHTACULAR” fun!
Dates: Every Wednesday June 12 - August 14| Time: 5:00-7:30pm | Location: The Huether Family Aquatics Center
Click here for the Music at the Meridian Facebook Page
Meridian Bridge Turkey Trot
The annual fun 5k run, walk, or trot is for families and the community to get out on the bridge, run, jog or walk and be thankful for whatever it is that has brought you joy this year. Proceeds will benefit the Yankton Contact Center.
Date: November 28th, 2024| Time: 8:00 am| Location: The Brewery, 200 Walnut Street
Click here to register for the event
(Registration is also available in person at the Summit Center)
More events in Yankton
Tri-State Old Iron Tractor Ride and Parade
Yankton Riverboat Days and Summer Arts Festival
For even more events in Yankton, please visit the following community event calendars
Yankton Thrive Events Calendar