Annual Events
Siouxland offers a wide range of events for many types of enthusiasts.  Listed below are some of the most popular annual events that our community enjoys.  Visit the official sites for more information on these great events.

NAIA Women's Division II Basketball

National Tournament


17th Annual Division II Women's Basketball Championship
March 11-17, 2009
Tyson Events Center/Gateway Arena

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Spring Collections Craft Fair

March 21-22, 2009

Find a wide array of spring decorating ideas at this annual show in the Sioux City Convention Center.  Hours are Saturday 10am - 5pm and Sunday 11am - 4pm.  Free parking and door prizes. Admission is $3.  Call 800-593-2228 for more information.

Awesome Biker Nights

June 20-21, 2008

Events begin Friday evening with rally and bands and end Saturday night on Historic 4th Street. Proceeds benefit local charities (past charities include St. Florian Fire& Burn Foundation, Siouxland Cancer Center , Siouxland Red Cross, Mary J Treglia Community House, and Big Brothers Big Sisters of Siouxland).


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Krewe de Charlie Sioux Mardi Gras Festivale

July 3, 2008


Mardi Gras party at the Sioux City Convention Center featuring astounding costumes - some 14 feet high -and a processional.  The "Taste of Louisiana" authentic Cajun food prepared fresh by Louisiana chefs and available beginning at 5:00pm, prior to the 7:00pm show.  FREE general admission seating; reserved table seating available by calling 712-279-4850.

The Big Parade

July 4, 2008


FREE Mardi Gras parade on the Sioux City riverfront (Anderson Dance Pavilion) at 7:00 pm with beads, bands, floats, huge Macy parade balloons and carnival for children.  Carnival begins Friday from Noon - 10pm.  Concessions available. Free live Cajun concert at 8:00pm and fireworks at dusk. 

Saturday in the Park

July 5, 2008
18th Annual at Grandview Park

FREE annual 4th of July weekend music festival with kids area, concessions and more. Shuttle service from Tyson Events Center parking lot.
Over 20 food vendors and multiple craft vendors will be in Arts Alley, plus fun for kids in the Kid's Zone. No coolers or pets are allowed.


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Siouxland River-Cade Logo

River-Cade

July 16-20, 2008


The downtown parade kicks off the River-Cade summer festival, held the last full week of July. Residents and visitors participate in community wide sporting and entertainment events.
The core of activities take place in the Tyson Events Center parking lot. 


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Siouxland Freedom Fest

August 2, 2008


Freedom Fest is Siouxland’s annual Christian music festival held the first Saturday in August. This day-long event features local, regional, and national musicians performing a variety of Rock, Praise & Worship, Country, Gospel, and Contemporary Christian music.  Admission is free.

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ArtSplash

August 30-31, 2008


Artsplash is a popular, annual arts festival held over Labor Day weekend. The outdoor festival is located just a few blocks from the Sioux City Art Center at the Anderson Dance Pavilion, on the bank of the Missouri River. The juried festival features a fabulous assortment of arts and crafts, wonderful family entertainment, and a variety of children's activities. Follow the link below to the official Artsplash website or call 712-279-6272 ext. 215 for more information.


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Siouxland Lewis & Clark Marathon

October 18, 2008

This annual marathon begins at the Marina Inn at 7:30am.  Register online or by mail.  Reigstration deadlines are in early October. 

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Holiday Collections Craft Fair

November 22-23, 2008

The area's largest craft fair filling the exhibit hall and all meeting rooms of the Sioux City Convention Center.   Free parking and door prizes. Admission is $4.  Hours are Saturday 10am - 5pm and Sunday 11am - 4pm.  Call 800-593-2228 for more information.

 

Siouxland Home Show

February 26-March 1, 2009


This annual event brings a wide variety of home improvement products and services to the Sioux City Convention Center.  Call 712-255-9730 for more information. 

 

  

Sioux City Tourism Bureau (712) 279-4800 or (800) 593-2228