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πΆ Home for the Holidays with the Sioux City Symphony Orchestra πΆ
Celebrate the season with a heart-warming holiday tradition at the Orpheum Theatre! The Symphony and special guests will fill the afternoon with festive favorites, classic carols, and plenty of holiday magic.
Doors open at 2:00 PM with the performance beginning at 3:00 PM on Sunday, December 14.
Itβs a perfect holiday outing for families, music lovers, and anyone looking to soak in the spirit of the season.
π Orpheum Theatre, 528 Pierce Street, Sioux City
π Sunday, Dec. 14, 2025 β 3:00 PM
More event details: https://exploresiouxland.com/event/sioux-city-symphony-orchestra-home-for-the-holidays/
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β¨ Indiana Wesleyan Claims Third Straight NAIA Womenβs Volleyball National Title β¨
What an incredible week of championship volleyball at the Tyson Events Center! π The nationβs top NAIA teams battled hard all week long, and yesterdayβs title match between Indiana Wesleyan and Northwestern (IA) delivered an unforgettable finale.
π Congratulations to the 2025 NAIA National Champions: Indiana Wesleyan!
This marks their third consecutive national title, an extraordinary achievement and a testament to their dominance on the court.
π A huge shoutout to Northwestern (IA) for an outstanding tournament run and a thrilling final performance.
Explore Siouxland was proud to be a co-presenting sponsor of this yearβs championship and thrilled to help showcase the talent, energy, and excitement this tournament brings to our community.
Thank you to all the teams, fans, families, volunteers, and staff who brought energy to Siouxland all week long. We loved hosting you in Sioux City, and we hope to see you back next year!πβ€οΈπ
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Mark your calendars & get in the holiday spirit at Homestead Holidays! π‘β¨
Take a magical light-walk through Adams Homestead & Nature Preserve in North Sioux City β the perfect festive outing for families, friends, and anyone who loves the glow of holiday lights.
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Dates: December 5β21 (Fridays, Saturdays & Sundays)
π Time: 5β9 PM
π Adams Homestead & Nature Preserve
Bundle up and bring your family and friends for a cozy evening stroll through festive Christmas lights β perfect for kids and adults alike. And itβs FREE!
β¨ Spread the word and join in the holiday magic! π
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π Get ready for some holiday magic!
The Sioux City Railroad Museum is celebrating the season with 12 Nights of Christmas, happening December 3β14 from 6:00β8:30 PM each night!
π Event details: exploresiouxland.com/event/12-nights-of-christmas/
Experience a festive wonderland with twinkling lights across historic trains, nightly tree lightings, carolers, warm treats, vendors, crafts, and plenty of holiday cheer for all ages.
π And mark your calendars β this Saturday, donβt miss Santaβs Whistle Stop Tour at the museum from Noon to 4pm (Santa arrives at 12:30pm and departs at 3:30pm)!
π More info: exploresiouxland.com/event/santas-whistle-stop-tour/
Admission is free, with a free-will donation appreciated.
π Sioux City Railroad Museum β 3400 Sioux River Rd, Sioux City, IA
β¨ A perfect way to celebrate the season with family and friends!
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Santa Claus Is Coming to Town β Catch Him All Across Siouxland! π
Santaβs sleigh is making lots of stops this season, and you wonβt want to miss a single one! Hereβs where you can find him spreading cheer all month long:
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Southern Hills Mall β Daily through Christmas Eve
Photos, wish-sharing, and plenty of Christmas magic!
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North Sioux City Holiday Parade of Lights β Thu, Dec 4
See Santa right after the parade ends at 6:15 PM as the streets glow with holiday cheer.
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Santaβs Whistle Stop Tour β Sioux City Railroad Museum β Sat, Dec 6, 12:30β3:30 PM
Hop aboard for train-themed fun and festive surprises.
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Peirce Mansion Holiday Open House β Sun, Dec 7, 1β4 PM
Explore beautifully decorated rooms and visit with Santa. Enjoy live music and refreshments!
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Cookie & Cocoa Day β North Sioux City Library β Thu, Dec 11, 10 AMβ6 PM
Santa visit times TBA. Stop in for treats and holiday fun.
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Breakfast with Santa β Cone Park β Sat & Sun, Dec 13β14
Sessions at 8 AM & 9:15 AM. Enjoy breakfast, cookie decorating, crafts, and tubing (weather permitting).
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Milk & Cookies with Santa β The Warrior Hotel β Sat, Dec 20, 1β3 PM
Share your Christmas wishes in a festive downtown setting!
β¨ See even more Santa sightings at https://exploresiouxland.com/events/?keyword=Santa
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