We’re celebrating 50 years of Storybook Land in 2026, meaning this year’s Storybook Land Festival will be a must-attend family event.

Storybook Land Festival will be held on Friday and Saturday, July 17 and 18, 2026 in Storybook Land in Wylie Park, Aberdeen, SD.

There is no admission charge for this festival that features entertainment and hands-on arts and crafts activities for children and adults of all ages.

Storybook Land is South Dakota’s premier park that brings fairytales and nursery rhymes to life. Start planning your South Dakota vacation today.

Come out for the day or the weekend and enjoy the park, stories, music, art, food and fun for all! It’s the ultimate family vacation!

Friday July 17th*

• 3-7:30 p.m.: $15 Unlimited Ride bracelets.
• 6 p.m.: Storybook Land Theatre performance.

Saturday July 18th*

• 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Inflatables, three activity tents, Costume Characters.
• 10 a.m., 11 a.m., Noon: Foam Blaster located behind the coaster
• 10:30 a.m., 11:30 a.m., 12:30 p.m.: Dollipops perform on the Castle Stage
• 11 a.m.: Meet/Start at Munchkin Land – Follow the Yellow Brick Road with the Oz Characters – Go on an adventure strolling the Yellow Brick Road with Dorothy, The Scarecrow, The Tin Man, The Lion and the Wicked Witch.
• 1 p.m. Sertoma Plaza – music performance

*Schedule has yet to be finalized

Information from Aberdeen Parks, Recreation and Forestry Department.