April 11, 2009
Northeastern Shrine Circus of Yelduz
A three-ring circus with clowns, acrobats, jugglers, big cats, elephants, horses and more. Elephant and pony rides for kids. Three performances throughout the day 11 a.m., 2 p.m and 6 p.m. Held at the Civic Arena.
Admission: Yes
605-886-3931
Contact: Shriners
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July 4, 2009
Watertown 4th of July Parade and Celebration
The celebrating starts in the morning with a parade of more than 100 floats and participants. Musical entertainment and fireworks complete the day. Held in Kranzburg and Watertown.
Admission: Yes
605-886-5814 - Sara Goddard
Watertown Chamber of Commerce
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August 8, 2009
Redlin Art Center's 10th Anniversary Celebration
This special two-day event is free with free shuttle service as well. Get ready for a weekend filled with food, friends and lots of fun. Do not forget a chair or blanket for the outdoor concert.
Admission: Free
www.redlinart.com
605-882-3877 - Julie Ranum
Redlin Art Center
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September 12, 2009
Vintiques Car Show
Antique and vintage car show held in Uptown Watertown.
Admission: Free
www.uptownwatertown.com
605-882-8900 - Becca Larson
Watertown Business Association
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September 12, 2009 to September 13, 2009
Watertown Arts Festival
Annual two-day art show and sale by local artists. Art forms include painting, sculpture, photography, and fabric (both decorative and utilitarian). Show features artists from six states and provides an atmosphere conducive for meeting and greeting artists. Held at the Watertown Event Center.
Admission: Free
605-886-7397 - Francene Spies
Art Festival Committee
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September 19, 2009 to September 20, 2009
North County Fiber Fair
North Country Fiber Fair is a two day event where people can take workshops to learn how to spin, weave, knit, etc. and purchase supplies from numerous vendors. NCFF is a non-profit organization dedicated to expanding opportunities in all aspects of fiber production, fiber arts and marketing.
Admission: Free
www.northcountryfiberfair.org
320-265-6319 - Tracy Kellen
North County Fiber Fair
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October 3, 2009 to October 4, 2009
Quilt Festival and Avenue of Quilts
Uptown businesses display quilts in store windows in conjunction with the Quilt Convention. Numerous vendors, trunk show, on-site food service and more.
Admission: Yes
Adults: 3.00
www.watertownbusinessassociation.com
605-886-2766 - Deloris Fox
Magic Needlers Quilt Guild
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October 11, 2009
Annual Watertown Farm Toy and Doll Show
This 21st and 22nd Annual event has farm toys and dolls, NASCAR and collector cars, pedal tractors, framed tractor prints, mahogany models and collectables to buy, sell, or just look at. Located at 1910 West Kemp the Expo Complex, south entrance.
Admission: Yes
Adults: $2
Children: free (10 and under)
605-886-3589 - Larry Redlin
Redlins Farm Toys and Dolls
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November 27, 2009
Holiday Lighted Parade
The annual Holiday Lighted Parade features floats, musical entries, horse-drawn carriages and more, all with twinkling lights in honor of the holidays. Santa serves as the Grand Marshall. Carolers and hot chocolate complete the day. Held uptown Watertown.
Admission: Free
www.watertownsd.com
605-882-8900 - Becca Larson
Watertown, South Dakota was platted in September of 1878. The first signs of spring in 1879 brought many newcomers to Watertown. During the early days a prairie fire razed almost the entire town, which consisted of three stores and scattered homes. During the next two years the new town’s progress went on as rapidly as men could be obtained. In 1892 the Sisseton Reservation was opened for homesteading. The opening of the reservation was a great aid to the settlement of the surrounding countryside. The first ring-necked pheasants planted in South Dakota were distributed by an aviary on 3rd Avenue. The birds were purchased from a breeder in New York and shipped to Watertown.
Today Watertown, South Dakota is still profiting from the many pheasant hunters that descend upon the area every fall. Two beautiful lakes in close proximity provide boating, swimming, camping and fishing in the spring, summer and fall.
Love history? You don’t want to miss Watertown museums open year-round. The Terry Redlin Art Center is definitely a must see for not only the breath taking art but also the wildlife refuge with walking trails and gazebos.
Picture your next travel stop in Watertown, South Dakota!
Watertown
Chamber of Commerce
1200 33rd Street, SE
Watertown, SD 57201
605-886-5814
www.watertownsd.com