Join us for three days of community, family, and fun!
Arlington Days 2025
August 1–3, 2025
Presented by the Arlington Area Chamber of Commerce.
Come shop, support, and discover everything our local businesses have to offer.
Arlington Days ‘Hometown Roots’
Map, Schedule, and Additional Event Details Below
Event Schedule
Complete details and sign-ups for each event are found below.
Want everything at once? See the full schedule → Basic Timeline (PDF).
Select a Day
- Day 1
Friday, August 1 - Day 2
Saturday, August 2 - Day 3
Sunday, August 3
Friday, August 1
Cenex/Handi-Mart Open House
FREE Hot Dogs, Chips & Soda Enter to win prizes + Cenex gift cards Drawings Saturday • 6 PM • Main Street
Arlington Alumni Basketball Tournament AHS Main Gym
Little Mr. & Miss Contest City Park
Sponsored by CorTrust Bank. For 2nd graders; all contestants join Saturday's parade.
Bean Bag Tournament American Legion
Karaoke Schmidty’s Bar & Grill
Saturday, August 2
Morning Activities
5K Color Blast Run/Walk/Bike City Pool
Softball Tournament Softball Field
Pancake Feed American Legion
Hosted by the American Legion Post 42.
Youth Fishing Derby Lake Arlington
City Park Events (10AM - 5PM)
Craft & Vendor Show + Food Trucks City Park
Free Inflatables City Park
Animal Nursery City Park
Children's Plinko City Park
Parade Main Street & City Park
Live Music at the Park City Park
Featuring The Highway Call Band.
Arlington Alumni All‑School Reunion City Park
Tractor Show ’n’ Shine City Park
Main Street - Crazy Days (5PM - End)
Shopping & Deals Main Street
Inflatable Obstacle Course & More Main Street
Food Specials Main Street
- $10 Smashburger & Fries at The Cardinal Tap
- $10 Footlong Chili Dog, Chips, & Fountain Soda or 16 oz Tap Beer at Schmidty’s. (No Chili - $9.50)
Patio Party Cardinal Tap Back Porch
Explore & Unwind
Arlington Museum Open House Main Street
Museum Sale: Duplicate items in the museum inventory will be available for sale for a donation.
Historical Schoolhouse Open House Lake Arlington
Converse Wine Co. Open House Free Shuttle
Free Open Swim City Pool
Sunday, August 3
Eggs & Kegs The Cardinal Tap
All-You-Can-Eat EGGS
All-You-Can-Drink KEGS
Community Church Service City Park
Community Picnic City Park
Free Open Swim City Pool
Arlington Museum Open House Main Street
Celebrate local artist Joan Ulvestad Williams as the museum showcases her paintings and photography.
Registration Forms
Register now to participate in the Craft & Vendor Show or to join the Parade.
Don’t Miss Our Featured Acts!
Catch our headline performers live at Arlington Days, August 2, 2025.
Bob Smiley
High-Energy Comedy for Everyone
Comedian Bob Smiley brings over 27 years of experience, performing in theaters, churches, and festivals nationwide. With five comedy specials, including three on DryBar, and numerous podcast appearances, Bob is a recognized figure in the comedy scene. In 2024, Bob voiced Lowell the Snowman in the stop-motion Christmas movie “Steal the Naughty List.”
Bob is also very good at mowing and has a massive hotel shampoo collection.
Front-Access Seating (LIMITED): $15 – Seats Available at 6:30PM
General Admission: FREE – Bring your own chair
Sat 7:30–9:00 PM
Highway Call Band
The band was started in 1985 by Curt Henry, Gary Thomas, and Mark Close. They were joined in 1988 by Jim Juntunen. They performed under the name Silver Creek for several years, but the name was later changed to The Highway Call Band to more accurately represent the classic rock sound of the band.
Sat 2:00–5:00 PM
Event Map
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Primary Locations:
Arlington City Park & Main Street
Arlington, South Dakota, 57212
Don’t Miss Our Extra Activities!
Take advantage of free museum tours, wine open house, swimming, a community church service, and fun picnic events.
Museum Open House
Discover Arlington’s heritage this weekend! The Main Street Museum is open Saturday 10 AM–4 PM and Sunday 1–4 PM, while the historic Lake Arlington Schoolhouse welcomes visitors Saturday 2–5 PM. Admission is free—come explore our community’s story.
Winery Open House
During Saturday, spend some time in the afternoon or evening at the Converse Wine Co. Open House, 2 – 10 PM. Enjoy complimentary tastings and a free hourly shuttle to and from the winery—an easy, relaxed way to unwind with friends!
Open Swim
Cool off at the City Pool with free open swim—Saturday 3 – 7 PM and Sunday 1 – 5 PM. All ages welcome; just bring a swimsuit and towel!
Community Church Service & Picnic
Begin Sunday in City Park with a community worship service, 10 – 11 AM, then stay for a picnic until 1 PM. Come for uplifting worship, good food, and fellowship—everyone’s welcome!
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