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π Happy Thanksgiving from Explore Siouxland!
Weβre grateful today β and every day β for the people, places, and experiences that make Siouxland such a special community. Thank you for supporting local stories, events, and adventures all year long.
Our team is taking Thursday and Friday off to enjoy the holiday with family and friends. Weβll be back on Monday, excited to help you explore Siouxland!
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β¨ Downtown Sioux City was glowing on Monday night with Holiday cheer! β¨
The IBEW Holiday Lighted Parade helped kick off the season in the most festive way β sparkling floats, holiday lights, and the Downtown Holiday Tree shining bright at the parade finale. The parade wrapped up with Santa visiting kids at the Art SUX Gallery! π
Monday evening also marked the start of the 32nd Annual Festival of Trees at the Ho-Chunk Centre, kicked off with beautiful bell choir music and spirited dance performances that filled the lobby with holiday cheer. The decorated trees and festive displays are now open for public viewing β a perfect way to keep the magic going.
π Festival of Trees Viewing Hours:
Now through December 4, culminating in the Live Auction at 6:30 PM
π Ho-Chunk Centre
πΈ A great family outing β and a chance to see all the creatively decorated trees up close!
All proceeds from the Festival of Trees benefit the Siouxland Humane Society. πΎβ€οΈ
More event details β https://exploresiouxland.com/event/32nd-annual-festival-of-trees/
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π The Final 24 Are Heading to Sioux City! π
After a tough Opening Round, 24 teams are advancing to the Final Site of the 46th Annual 2025 NAIA Womenβs Volleyball Championship presented by Marriott South Sioux City Riverfront and Explore Siouxland, where they will compete for the coveted red banner. β€οΈ
The championship tournament runs December 3β9 at the Tyson Events Center. ποΈ Get your tickets now and be part of the action: https://exploresiouxland.com/event/2025-naia-womens-volleyball-championship/
π Pools, teams & match times: https://www.naia.org/sports/wvball/2025-26/Releases/Pools
Congrats to all 24 teams β see you next week in Sioux City!
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β¨ Come see the Downtown Holiday Tree light up this Monday night as the grand finale of the IBEW Holiday Lighted Parade in downtown Sioux City! π
π Monday, Nov. 24 | 6:15 p.m.
π Parade along 4th Street from Iowa to Nebraska.
πAfter the parade, gather in front of the museum for the tree-lighting ceremonyβdonβt miss this magical moment!
Enjoy holiday treats, open houses, and family-friendly activities downtown all evening before and after the parade.
More info: exploresiouxland.com/event/ibew-holiday-lighted-parade-2
β Bring your family and holiday spirit!
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πβ¨ The Abu Bekr Shriners Parade of Trees Begins This Saturday! β¨π
Kick off the holiday season in Siouxland as the Parade of Trees opens Saturday, November 22! Wander through beautifully decorated trees, enjoy kids activities, and meet Santa Claus β heβll be there daily (check the link for appearance times). π
Enjoy even more holiday fun throughout the week, including:
πͺ Food & drinks available for purchase
βοΈ Write and send Letters to Santa
πΈ Family-friendly photo ops
πΆ Live choir performances
π Enter the raffles for a chance to win a fully decorated tree β gifts and all! You can enter any day, with winners drawn on Saturday, November 29.
π Every admission also includes an entry into the special Lottery Tree drawing!
Entry is just $5, and raffle tickets are $1 each, with bundle discounts available.
The event runs daily through Nov 29 (closed Thanksgiving Day), giving families plenty of time to explore, celebrate, and enter to win.
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Runs: Nov 22β29 (closed Thanksgiving Day)
π Location: Abu Bekr Shrine Temple
π Event Details: https://exploresiouxland.com/event/abu-bekr-shriners-parade-of-trees/
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