September brings a full slate of community events to Mitchell, with sports, music, cars and seasonal celebrations giving residents plenty of reasons to get out and enjoy the community.
Labor Day may mark the unofficial end of summer, but there is still time to enjoy the season. Here are 10 simple ways to make the most of the last days of summer in Mitchell.
The Cinch Playoffs Governor’s Cup returns to Sioux Falls Sept. 25-27, bringing top PRCA athletes to the Denny Sanford PREMIER Center to compete for $1.5 million and a final opportunity to qualify for the National Finals Rodeo.
The 301 Rodz & Ridez Car Show returns to Mitchell Sept. 18-20, 2026, with three days of activities, including a Main Street cruise, car show and awards. Organizers are reminding participants that registration will be held at Cadwell Park this year.
Looking for things to do in Mitchell over Labor Day weekend? From the Palace City Farmers Market to Dakota Wesleyan football and volleyball, here are four local events plus tips for enjoying the unofficial end of summer.
The 2026 Corn Palace Festival wrapped up Sunday after several days of entertainment, carnival rides, food and activities in downtown Mitchell. Take a look back at some of the sights from festival weekend.
Mitchell Now is inviting residents and visitors to share their photos from the Corn Palace Festival by emailing them to news@mitchellnow.com.
Hot and humid weather will settle over Mitchell for the Corn Palace Festival weekend, with highs around 90 degrees or higher and a chance of thunderstorms Friday night.
The Corn Palace Festival returns to downtown Mitchell this week, with Andy Grammer and Cole Swindell scheduled to headline concerts Friday and Saturday as the five-day community celebration fills Main Street.
Downtown Mitchell parking restrictions and street closures are in effect for the 2026 Corn Palace Festival, which runs Wednesday, Aug. 26, through Sunday, Aug. 30. Restrictions affect several city parking lots and streets near the Corn Palace.