The holiday season is upon us in Aberdeen, SD, and we couldn’t be more excited to share the festive magic that awaits!

From enchanting Christmas plays that will warm your heart to delightful visits from Santa that will create lasting memories, our community is buzzing with joy and holiday spirit.

Whether you’re a local or visiting our charming town, there are countless budget-friendly experiences that will make your celebrations truly special.

Gather your family and friends to enjoy unique local traditions without breaking the bank!

So, why wait? Come and explore the wonderful holiday events and activities Aberdeen has to offer its time to make this season unforgettable!

Dec. 16

Mistletoe On Main!

• 3:30-6:30 p.m.
• The Finery on Main Event Venue, 104 S. Main St.
• Free.
• Grab a photo with Mrs. & Mrs. Claus & enjoy some holiday cheer at The Finery on Main Event Venue! Don’t forget your Christmas wish list!

12 Days of Christmas at Allevity

• 3:30-8 p.m.
• Allevity Entertainment, 130 S. Centennial St.
• Unwrap the gift of our 12 Days of Christmas Special! Join us for festive fun with two special offers as we celebrate the season. From Dec. 11-22, get $5 free bonus cash for every $15 game card purchased. Plus, you can get three hours of unlimited attractions and a $17 arcade game card for only $28. We hope you enjoy this special gift, and we can’t wait to see you at Allevity this holiday season!

Dec. 17

Christmas Tree Lane

• 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
• Dacotah Prairie Museum, 21 S. Main St.
• Free.
• Stroll along the Dacotah Prairie Museum and discover festive trees, decorated by local community members and groups, all throughout the exhibits!

Dec. 18

Christmas Tree Lane

• 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
• Dacotah Prairie Museum, 21 S. Main St.
• Free.
• Stroll along the Dacotah Prairie Museum and discover festive trees, decorated by local community members and groups, all throughout the exhibits!

12 Days of Christmas at Allevity

• 3:30-8 p.m.
• Allevity Entertainment, 130 S. Centennial St.
• Unwrap the gift of our 12 Days of Christmas Special! Join us for festive fun with two special offers as we celebrate the season. From Dec. 11-22, get $5 free bonus cash for every $15 game card purchased. Plus, you can get three hours of unlimited attractions and a $17 arcade game card for only $28. We hope you enjoy this special gift, and we can’t wait to see you at Allevity this holiday season!

Dec. 19

Christmas Tree Lane

• 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
• Dacotah Prairie Museum, 21 S. Main St.
• Free.
• Stroll along the Dacotah Prairie Museum and discover festive trees, decorated by local community members and groups, all throughout the exhibits!

12 Days of Christmas at Allevity

• 3:30-9 p.m.
• Allevity Entertainment, 130 S. Centennial St.
• Unwrap the gift of our 12 Days of Christmas Special! Join us for festive fun with two special offers as we celebrate the season. From Dec. 11-22, get $5 free bonus cash for every $15 game card purchased. Plus, you can get three hours of unlimited attractions and a $17 arcade game card for only $28. We hope you enjoy this special gift, and we can’t wait to see you at Allevity this holiday season!

Dec. 20

Christmas Tree Lane

• 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
• Dacotah Prairie Museum, 21 S. Main St.
• Free.
• Stroll along the Dacotah Prairie Museum and discover festive trees, decorated by local community members and groups, all throughout the exhibits!

12 Days of Christmas at Allevity

• 1-10 p.m.
• Allevity Entertainment, 130 S. Centennial St.
• Unwrap the gift of our 12 Days of Christmas Special! Join us for festive fun with two special offers as we celebrate the season. From Dec. 11-22, get $5 free bonus cash for every $15 game card purchased. Plus, you can get three hours of unlimited attractions and a $17 arcade game card for only $28. We hope you enjoy this special gift, and we can’t wait to see you at Allevity this holiday season!

Christmas By Candlelight with Stan Shelnutt, Aubri Anne, and J.D.Opp

• 6 p.m.
• Hub City Station Event Center, 1923 Sixth Ave. S.E., Suite 104.
• $5.
• Join us for a mellow evening of music from local classical guitarist Stan Shelnutt and local singer/songwriters Aubri Anne, and J.D.Opp. We will have hot cocoa available, as well as wine and cider, along with our regular selection of beverages.

Capitol Cinema presents: ‘Elf’

• 7 p.m.
• Aberdeen Capitol Theatre & Cinema, 415 S. Main St.
• Free, sponsored by the Aberdeen Area Convention & Visitors Bureau. Pick up tickets at our office.
• Raised as an oversized elf, Buddy travels from the North Pole to New York City to meet his biological father, Walter Hobbs, who doesn’t know he exists and is in desperate need of some Christmas spirit.

Fun After Dark Holiday Edition

• 8-11 p.m.
• Allevity Entertainment, 130 S. Centennial St.
• $30.
• Have a holly jolly time at our holiday edition of Fun After Dark. This festive 18 and over event includes unlimited attractions and arcade games, one drink ticket, and trivia and game competitions with cool prizes. In addition, have a cup of cheer and try our holiday drink specials at this event. Plus, put on your fabulously festive and hilariously hideous sweaters and enter our ugly sweater contest for your chance to win amazing prizes!

Dec. 21

Christmas Tree Lane

• 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.
• Dacotah Prairie Museum, 21 S. Main St.
• Free.
• Stroll along the Dacotah Prairie Museum and discover festive trees, decorated by local community members and groups, all throughout the exhibits!

12 Days of Christmas at Allevity

• 11 a.m. to 10 p.m.
• Allevity Entertainment, 130 S. Centennial St.
• Unwrap the gift of our 12 Days of Christmas Special! Join us for festive fun with two special offers as we celebrate the season. From Dec. 11-22, get $5 free bonus cash for every $15 game card purchased. Plus, you can get three hours of unlimited attractions and a $17 arcade game card for only $28. We hope you enjoy this special gift, and we can’t wait to see you at Allevity this holiday season!

Capitol Cinema presents: ‘Elf’

• 7 p.m.
• Aberdeen Capitol Theatre & Cinema, 415 S. Main St.
• Free, sponsored by the Aberdeen Area Convention & Visitors Bureau. Pick up tickets at our office.
• Raised as an oversized elf, Buddy travels from the North Pole to New York City to meet his biological father, Walter Hobbs, who doesn’t know he exists and is in desperate need of some Christmas spirit.

Dec. 22

12 Days of Christmas at Allevity

• 11:30 a.m. to 8 p.m.
• Allevity Entertainment, 130 S. Centennial St.
• Unwrap the gift of our 12 Days of Christmas Special! Join us for festive fun with two special offers as we celebrate the season. From Dec. 11-22, get $5 free bonus cash for every $15 game card purchased. Plus, you can get three hours of unlimited attractions and a $17 arcade game card for only $28. We hope you enjoy this special gift, and we can’t wait to see you at Allevity this holiday season!

Capitol Cinema presents: ‘Elf’

• 2 p.m.
• Aberdeen Capitol Theatre & Cinema, 415 S. Main St.
• Free, sponsored by the Aberdeen Area Convention & Visitors Bureau. Pick up tickets at our office.
• Raised as an oversized elf, Buddy travels from the North Pole to New York City to meet his biological father, Walter Hobbs, who doesn’t know he exists and is in desperate need of some Christmas spirit.

Dec. 24

Christmas Eve Family Fun

• 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
• Allevity Entertainment, 130 S. Centennial St.
• It’s the most wonderful time of the year! Celebrate the magic of Christmas Eve with us at our festive Family Fun event. For only $20, get unlimited attractions & arcade games. Enjoy our gift to our guests this holiday season!

Dec. 26

Christmas Tree Lane

• 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
• Dacotah Prairie Museum, 21 S. Main St.
• Free.
• Stroll along the Dacotah Prairie Museum and discover festive trees, decorated by local community members and groups, all throughout the exhibits!

Dec. 27

Christmas Tree Lane

• 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
• Dacotah Prairie Museum, 21 S. Main St.
• Free.
• Stroll along the Dacotah Prairie Museum and discover festive trees, decorated by local community members and groups, all throughout the exhibits!

Capitol Cinema presents: ‘Elf’

• 7 p.m.
• Aberdeen Capitol Theatre & Cinema, 415 S. Main St.
• Free, sponsored by the Aberdeen Area Convention & Visitors Bureau. Pick up tickets at our office.
• Raised as an oversized elf, Buddy travels from the North Pole to New York City to meet his biological father, Walter Hobbs, who doesn’t know he exists and is in desperate need of some Christmas spirit.

Dec. 28

Christmas Tree Lane

• 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.
• Dacotah Prairie Museum, 21 S. Main St.
• Free.
• Stroll along the Dacotah Prairie Museum and discover festive trees, decorated by local community members and groups, all throughout the exhibits!

Capitol Cinema presents: ‘Elf’

• 7 p.m.
• Aberdeen Capitol Theatre & Cinema, 415 S. Main St.
• Free, sponsored by the Aberdeen Area Convention & Visitors Bureau. Pick up tickets at our office.
• Raised as an oversized elf, Buddy travels from the North Pole to New York City to meet his biological father, Walter Hobbs, who doesn’t know he exists and is in desperate need of some Christmas spirit.

Dec. 29

Capitol Cinema presents: ‘Elf’

• 2 p.m.
• Aberdeen Capitol Theatre & Cinema, 415 S. Main St. Pick up tickets at our office.
• Free, sponsored by the Aberdeen Area Convention & Visitors Bureau.
• Raised as an oversized elf, Buddy travels from the North Pole to New York City to meet his biological father, Walter Hobbs, who doesn’t know he exists and is in desperate need of some Christmas spirit.

Dec. 31

New Year’s Bash with The Retrorockets and Pop’s New Rhythm

• 7 p.m.
• Hub City Station Event Center, 1923 Sixth Ave. S.E., Suite 104
• $10.
• Join us for a rockin’ New Year’s Eve with our friends the Retrorockets (9:30 p.m.) and Pop’s New Rhythm (8 p.m.)! We’ll have party favors and champagne at midnight! Hub City Station has no age restriction, but some acts may contain adult content.