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Your go-to guide for exciting events and must-visit attractions in Siouxland. Whether you're planning a weekend getaway or seeking unique local experiences, we've got you covered. Stay tuned for insider tips, seasonal adventures, and spotlights on the best our region has to offer. Let’s explore Siouxland together! |
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Championship Volleyball & Holiday Cheer Shine Bright in Siouxland |
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December arrives with crisp air, twinkling lights, and the unmistakable warmth of holiday cheer in Siouxland. Step into the season as the 2025 NAIA Women’s Volleyball Championship, presented by Marriott South Sioux City Riverfront and Explore Siouxland, brings high-energy action to the Tyson Events Center, filling the week with electric crowds and unforgettable matchups. Meanwhile, Santa is popping up all over the region, spreading joy with festive visits, cookies, cocoa, and plenty of photo-worthy magic. And the celebrations don’t stop there—our December calendar is glowing with Christmas concerts, holiday traditions, and seasonal events for every age. From all of us at Explore Siouxland, we wish you a
Happy Hanukkah, Merry Christmas, and a joyful New Year! |
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2025 NAIA Women's Volleyball Championship |
Get ready for an intense week of collegiate volleyball at the 2025 NAIA Women’s Volleyball Championship presented by Marriott South Sioux City Riverfront and Explore Siouxland. From December 3 through December 9, Tyson Events Center will host the nation’s top 24 teams as they battle it out for the red banner! Pool play runs all day Wednesday–Friday, quarterfinals on Saturday, semifinals Monday evening, and the championship match Tuesday evening. Don’t miss the non-stop action, rivalries, and championship-level excitement — get your tickets today!
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| Santa Claus is Coming to Town |
Santa’s making his rounds all across Siouxland — Don’t miss him! 🎅 Visit Santa at Southern Hills Mall daily through Christmas Eve for photos, wishes, and plenty of holiday magic.
🎅 Catch him after the 6:15PM North Sioux City Holiday Parade of Lights on Thu Dec 4 as the streets light up with festive cheer.
🎅 Hop aboard Santa’s Whistle Stop Tour at the Sioux City Railroad Museum on Sat Dec 6, 12:30–3:30PM, for train-themed holiday fun.
🎅 Tour the decorated Peirce Mansion Holiday Open House and visit with Santa on Sun Dec 7, 1–4PM, with live music and refreshments.
🎅 Enjoy Cookie & Cocoa Day with Santa Visits at the NSC Library on Thu Dec 11, 10AM–6PM (Santa times TBA).
🎅 Join Breakfast With Santa at Cone Park on Sat or Sun Dec 13–14 with 8AM or 9:15AM registered sessions, plus cookie decorating, crafts, and tubing (weather-dependent).
🎅 Share Christmas wishes at Milk & Cookies with Santa at the Warrior Hotel on Sat Dec 20, 1–3PM.
✨ Stay tuned to ExploreSiouxland.com/Events for even more Santa sightings and magical holiday happenings popping up across Siouxland! |
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All Aboard for Christmas Fun!
Come see the Sioux City Railroad Museum transformed into a glowing holiday wonderland with lights, carolers, vendors, treats, warm drinks, and festive train rides during its 12 Nights of Christmas, December 3–14. On the afternoon of Saturday, December 6, don't miss Santa’s Whistle Stop Tour, bringing extra cheer with crafts, games, train rides, and a special visit from Santa himself.
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| Tour of Steeples
Explore Siouxland’s rich history and architecture during the Tour of Steeples 2025. From Friday, December 5 (4–7 PM) to Saturday, December 6 (10 AM–3 PM), more than 20 local churches open their doors for a self-guided open house featuring stunning architecture, stained glass, music, and décor. Free-will donations support the Siouxland Soup Kitchen & Warming Shelter. |
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Homestead Holidays Step back in time and stroll through a glittering holiday display at the Homestead Holidays at Adams Homestead and Nature Preserve. From December 5–21 (Fridays, Saturdays & Sundays, 5–9 PM) enjoy cheerful Christmas lights throughout the historic homestead, perfect for friends and family outings.
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| It's a Wonderful Life: A Live Radio Play
Step into a 1940s radio studio as this beloved classic comes to life with live sound effects, dynamic voice actors, and heart-warming holiday charm. Presented at the Sioux City Community Theatre, enjoy evening performances Friday–Sunday, December 5–7 and 12–14 at 7:00 PM, plus Sunday matinees at 2:00 PM.
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December at the Hard Rock
Four exciting events headline at the Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Sioux City this December! Enjoy Luminare Christmas on December 6, catch 70’s cover band Pet Rock on December 13, rock out with Above The Covers on December 19 at Amped! For The Kids, benefiting athletic scholarships through Siouxland Sports Academy, and ring in 2026 with Iowa's favorite cover band at NYE Bash: The Pork Tornadoes on December 31!
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Letters to Santa & Cookie Decorating
Head to Art SUX Gallery on December 6 for a festive session of cookie decorating and letter writing to Santa — perfect for kids of all ages. Register for one of two sessions that day. The “Letters to Santa” mailbox stays open through December 10 for dropping off your letters.
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| John Maxwell's Live2Lead
Elevate your leadership game at John Maxwell’s Live2Lead Event on December 12 from 9:00 AM–4:00 PM at Riviera Theatre. This one-day simulcast features world-class speakers, interactive training, and networking opportunities — plus lunch — giving you actionable tools to inspire, lead, and make an impact! |
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Candlelight with Fever
Enjoy a magical musical evening with Candlelight with Fever on December 21, 2025, at the Sioux City Convention Center. Choose between two performances—6:30 PM, The Best of Hans Zimmer, or 8:45 PM, Christmas Carols on Strings—as a local string quartet performs beloved film scores and holiday classics by candlelight for a one‑of‑a‑kind experience! |
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Shooting Stars & Champagne Bars
Ring in the new year in style at Shooting Stars & Champagne Bars – NYE Bash 2025, hosted at the Sioux City Art Center, 225 Nebraska St on December 31 from 8:30 PM–1:00 AM. The evening features live music, a silent disco, late‑night bites, a champagne bar, and a midnight toast—all in a glitzy, sparkle‑ready atmosphere for guests 21+. Tickets are $75 (members: $65).
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