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π Historic Charm Meets High-Tech Style at Encore Hall
Newly renovated and reimagined, Encore Hall at Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Sioux City brings together the rich character of the century-old Battery Building with sleek, modern design. The space now features enhanced lighting, upgraded acoustics, and cutting-edge AV technology β all while preserving its original architectural charm.
Itβs a bold blend of history and innovation, ready for meetings, parties, and everything in between. πΈβ¨
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π Get ready for SA-FEST 2025 & Experience the Vibrance of Africa β Right Here in Siouxland! πΆπ²π
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Saturday, August 9 | π 1 PMβ8 PM
π Seaboard Triumph Foods Expo Center, 550 Expo Center Drive, Sioux City, IA
π² FREE admission (donations welcome!)
β¨ What to Expect:
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Delicious African food & cultural shopping
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Drum performance by Groupe Le Panier de la Sagesse
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High-energy dance & drum performance by the amazing Duniya Drum & Dance
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DJ-powered African beats
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Fun for the kids with bounce inflatables & activities
π₯ BONUS!
Catch Duniya Drum & Dance a day early at two FREE performances β Friday, August 8 from 2pm-3pm at the Aalfs Downtown Library (529 Pierce Street, Sioux City) or 7pm-8pm at the Lewis and Clark Interpretive Centerβs outdoor Spirit of Discovery Stage (bring a lawn chair or blanket). Enjoy the rhythms and dances of Guinea, West Africa β open to all ages!
Letβs celebrate African culture, food, music, and community β together! β€οΈππ
Presented by the Siouxland African Associate (SAFAS)
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π The NEW Explore Siouxland Destination Guide is here! π
Discover must-see attractions and hidden gems across Siouxland.
π View the digital guide on our website!
Prefer a hard copy?
π¨ Locals can grab theirs at many area hotels & attractions.
π¬ Out-of-town visitors can request a free copy by mail!
β¨ Start planning your Siouxland adventure today β
www.exploresiouxland.com/plan-your-trip/free-visitors-guide/
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π Wrapping up Accessibility Awareness Month with BIG news! Explore Siouxland is now officially Destination Verified through Wheel the World! π
30 of our amazing partners across Siouxland also completed the Accessibility Verified program β helping ensure our region is welcoming and inclusive to all travelers. βΏοΈπ
You can now find Siouxland listings on the Wheel the World website, making it easier than ever for those with travel or accessibility needs to explore our vibrant communities.
π https://wheeltheworld.com/accessible-travel/usa/iowa/siouxland
π A huge thank you to Travel Iowa for selecting us as a grant recipient, making it possible to participate in impactful initiatives like this.
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πΈ ZZ Top is rollin` into Siouxland! π€
That Little Ol` Band from Texas is firing up for a night of gritty blues-rock as they bring their Elevation Tour to Hard Rockβs Battery Park this Saturday, August 2. Expect legendary riffs, iconic beards, and pure rock `n` roll swagger β this is one show you donβt wanna miss.
π Battery Park β Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Sioux City
π Show starts at 8 PM | Gates open at 6 PM
ποΈ All ages welcome (18+ for casino access)
π Grab your tickets, dust off your shades, and letβs crank it up with ZZ Top under the stars!
For more info, visit: https://exploresiouxland.com/event/zz-top/
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