Emily's Hope Events

On Display: Youth Art Competition Artwork
2025-04-25 - 2025-04-27 | Washington Pavilion, 301 S Main Ave, Sioux Falls, SD, 57104, United States
Artwork submitted for the Emily’s Hope Youth Art Competition will be displayed through the weekend of April 25, following the event on April 24.

On Display: Youth Art Competition Winners
2025-05-02 17:00 - 20:00 (America/Chicago) | Sioux Falls City Hall, 224 W 9th St, Sioux Falls, 57104, United States
Winning pieces from Emily’s Hope Youth Art Competition will be on display at City Hall for the Spring Art & Wine Walk.

Charity Bingo benefiting Emily's Hope
2025-05-03 15:00 - 17:00 | Buffalo Ridge Brewing, 102 N. Main, Hartford, SD, 57033, United States
From Buffalo Ridge Brewing: Our next and final Charity Bingo event of the season takes place on Saturday, May 3rd, at 3pm! All proceeds will benefit Emily’s Hope. Fun and Prizes! The doors open at 2pm, bingo starts at 3pm.

Fireworkz Show to benefit Emily's Hope
2025-06-07 20:00 - 22:00 | Tea Baseball Field, 598 S Main Ave, Tea, SD, 57064, United States
Get ready for a FREE pyrotechnic musical extravaganza that will leave you in awe. This remarkable fireworks show, presented by The Fireworkz Store, will be a spectacular start to the fireworks season!

Grab your lawn chairs and spread out across the Tea Athletic Complex field with your loved ones. As the sun sets, prepare to be amazed as the sky comes alive with a stunning display of synchronized fireworks choreographed to captivating music.

We kindly request a free-will donation during the show to support Emily’s Hope. 100% of the proceeds raised during the show will go toward furthering the mission of Emily’s Hope to stop stigma and save lives.

Save the date, invite your friends, and get ready for an evening of magical fireworks and community spirit. We can’t wait to see you there!

7th Annual Emily’s Hope Poker Run
2025-06-28 | SD
Save the Date!
Mark your calendars for the 7th Annual Emily’s Hope Poker Run on June 28, 2025. Whether you ride a motorcycle or drive any street-legal vehicle, you are invited to join us for this amazing event!
Event time TBD.

Emily's Hope Cruise Night at Autoland
2025-07-16 17:00 - 21:00 | Autoland, 2500 N Maple Ln, Sioux Falls, SD, 57107, United States
Join us for the Emily’s Hope Car Cruise Night presented by Autoland in Sioux Falls. This exciting event welcomes vehicles of ALL ages and invites car enthusiasts from far and wide to showcase their prized automobiles while supporting a meaningful cause.
The event is open to the public, offering an opportunity for everyone, regardless of their age or automotive preferences, to revel in the excitement!
We’re also grateful to have Mogen’s Heroes playing again at this year’s event! 🎵
In addition to the stunning display of vehicles, 100% of the proceeds and donations from this event will go toward furthering the mission of Emily’s Hope to stop stigma and save lives!

International Overdose Awareness Day 2025
2025-08-31 20:00 - 21:30 | Greenway Amphitheater at Cherapa Place, 300 N Cherapa Pl, Sioux Falls, SD, 57103, United States
Submit a name to be read during the Candlelight Vigil
📅 Date: Sunday, August 31🕗 Time: 8:00 PM📍 Location: River Greenway Amphitheater, Downtown Sioux Falls (next to the Arc of Dreams)
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On Sunday, August 31, Emily’s Hope, in partnership with the Helpline Center and Face It Together, will host a candlelight vigil at the Greenway Amphitheater in downtown Sioux Falls to commemorate International Overdose Awareness Day. This public event aims to honor the lives lost to overdose and fentanyl poisoning, raise awareness about the ongoing overdose crisis, and provide support and resources to those affected by substance use disorder.
The vigil will include brief remarks from speakers, including community members who have lost loved ones. The Arc of Dreams will be lit in purple, the symbolic color of International Overdose Awareness Day, to honor those we have lost. Attendees will have the opportunity to reflect, listen to personal stories, and learn more about how to seek help or get involved in prevention and advocacy efforts. The event is free and open to the public.

Save A Life Day 2025
2025-09-25 11:00 - 18:00 | Downtown Sioux Falls Library, 200 N Dakota Ave, Sioux Falls, SD, 57014, United States
Join us at the Sioux Falls Downtown Library on Thursday, September 25, from 11:00 AM to 6:00 PM for Save A Life Day, a community event focused on support, care, and hope.
Emily’s Hope will be handing out free naloxone, a life-saving medication that can reverse opioid overdoses. Midwest Street Medicine will be onsite providing support, resources, and low-barrier healthcare to anyone in need. Bread Break will be providing food items provided by their food pantry partners.
We will be located outside on the north side of the library.
This event is free and open to everyone. Together, we can save lives, support one another, and strengthen our community. 💜

KELOLAND Living Arts & Crafts Show
2025-10-17 12:00 - 2025-10-18 16:30 | Best Western Ramkota, 3200 W Maple St, Sioux Falls, SD, 57107, United States
Join Emily’s Hope at the 2025 KELOLAND Living Arts & Crafts show on October 17th and 18th at the Best Western Ramkota Exhibit Hall!
The hours will be 12pm-7:30pm on Friday, Oct 17th and 9am-4:30pm on Saturday Oct, 18th.
Price: $5 for adults ($1 off with donation of new or gently used women’s shoes for Dress for Success) Kids 12 and under are free!
Parking: Free

Downtown Gives 2025
2025-11-01 08:00 - 2025-12-31 23:59 | Downtown Sioux Falls, North Phillips Avenue, Sioux Falls, SD, 57104, United States
Each year, Downtown Sioux Falls, Inc. (DTSF) partners with local businesses and the community to support a featured nonprofit. This year, Emily’s Hope is honored to be selected as the 2025 Downtown Gives nonprofit recipient.
When you purchase a $15 Downtown Gives coupon book, you’ll receive exclusive deals from a wide variety of downtown shops, restaurants, and service providers — all while giving back to a meaningful cause. Proceeds from each book go directly to Emily’s Hope to support our mission of removing the stigma of substance use disorder through education, prevention, and recovery.

Coupon Book Sales: November 1–December 31, 2025
Coupon Redemption: Through March 31, 2026

Books are available at participating downtown businesses, and every purchase helps make a difference right here in Sioux Falls.
Participating locations include: 605 Running Co., Child’s Play Toys, Coffea Roasterie, Combine, Dahlia, Great Outdoor Store, Lauriebelles, Mint + Basil, MK Threads Boutique, Nyberg’s Ace, Plum’s, Rose & Eugene, Simply Perfect, Sticks and Steel, Terra Shepherd, The Cookie Jar Eatery, The Spice & Tea Exchange, Threads by Simply Perfect, Trio Jazz Club, Zandbroz Variety, City of Sioux Falls, and more — plus, you’ll have a chance to win a $100 gift card from Duluth Trading!
Whether you’re checking off your holiday shopping list or treating yourself, Downtown Gives is the perfect way to shop local and give back to your community.
Learn more: https://dtsf.com/event/downtown-gives-2025/

Parent and Caregiver Workshop - Not MY Kid: Understanding Youth Substance Use Risks & Prevention
2025-11-03 18:00 - 20:00 | Lincoln High School Auditorium, 2900 S Cliff Ave, Sioux Falls, SD, 57105, United States
Not MY Kid: Understanding Youth Substance Use Risks & Prevention
🗓️ Monday, November 3, 2025
🕕 6:00–8:00 PM
📍 Lincoln High School Main Gym
REGISTER HERE
Join us for a Parent and Caregiver Workshop focused on helping families better understand youth substance use risks and prevention strategies. This biannual event will cover communication techniques, youth development, and the latest drug trends, empowering parents and caregivers to strengthen family relationships and have meaningful conversations about substance use.
Featured Speakers:

Angela Kennecke – Founder of Emily’s Hope, sharing Emily’s story
SRO Spencer Kommes – Minnehaha County Sheriff’s Office

Panelists:

Angela Kennecke
SRO Spencer Kommes
Tiffany Kashas, MAIS, LAC, CPS – Licensed Addiction Counselor and Certified Prevention Specialist
Artica Franklin – Through Young Voices at LSS; young adult with a parent who struggled with substance use disorder

The evening will conclude with a panel discussion and Q&A with prevention and recovery experts and voices with lived experience.
Hosted by the Youth Prevention Coalition, this workshop addresses multiple substances, including alcohol, tobacco, marijuana, methamphetamines, fentanyl, and other illicit drugs.
This event is free and open to all parents, caregivers, and community members.
CLICK HERE TO REGISTER

This event is supported by the Office of National Drug Control Policy (ONDCP) and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) as part of a financial assistance award funded by ONDCP. The contents are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily represent the official views of, nor an endorsement, by ONDCP, CDC/HHS, or the U.S. Government.

Emily's Hope Gala: 2026 Art Show & Auction
2026-01-24 17:30 - 22:00 | Canopy by Hilton Sioux Falls Downtown, 120 E 4th Pl, Sioux Falls, SD, 57104, United States
The 2026 Emily’s Hope Gala: Art Show & Auction will be on January 24, 2026.
Embrace the power of art and community as we come together for the Emily’s Hope Art Show & Auction, one of our organization’s most cherished fundraisers. This remarkable event celebrates the life and creative spirit of Emily Groth, a prolific painter whose life was cut short. We are also honored to feature the extraordinary talents of local and regional artists, who have generously contributed their work to support the mission of Emily’s Hope – stopping stigma, saving lives.
Join us for an inspiring evening at Canopy by Hilton Sioux Falls Downtown. The event will feature live art production, a silent and live auction showcasing local and regional artists’ work and tempting packages from local businesses. Plus, a delectable dinner and engaging program.
The battle against addiction remains an enormous challenge, with over 78,309 lives lost to overdoses last year – that’s an average of 215 deaths daily. With your generous support, we aim to change this narrative one life at a time. By attending this event, you are helping us make a significant impact on individuals and families affected by substance use disorder.
The 2026 Emily’s Hope Art Show & Auction carries the theme Beauty From Ashes, inspired by Emily’s painting Incongruous. Just as a rose blooms from a skull in her artwork, this event reflects how Emily’s Hope is transforming tragedy into purpose — creating beauty from ashes by helping individuals and families find recovery, healing, and new beginnings.
If you’re an artist who’s interested in donating your work to this event, please click here to submit a piece for consideration. Artwork items will go through our selection process. Once complete, we will send out an email upon acceptance with additional information. For questions, please email Courtney at courtney@emilyshope.charity.
Learn more about the Art Show & Auction.
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"Can't Look Away" - The Dangers of Social Media Documentary Viewing and Panel
2026-03-02 18:00 - 20:00 | Orpheum Theater, 315 N Phillips Ave, Sioux Falls, SD, 57104, United States
Emily’s Hope invites the community to the Orpheum Theatre for a special screening of Can’t Look Away followed by a live panel discussion on youth safety in the digital age.
Can’t Look Away is an Emmy Award winning documentary that exposes the darker side of social media and its impact on young users. The film follows the Social Media Victims Law Center as it works to hold tech companies accountable for harm caused on their platforms. The documentary highlights the real-life consequences young people face online, including the growing danger of fentanyl poisoning through counterfeit pills sold on social media.
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Following the screening, guests will hear from two individuals featured in the film:

Amy Neville, President of the Alexander Neville Foundation, who began advocating for stronger online protections after losing her son to fentanyl purchased through social media.
Laura Marquez-Garrett, an attorney with the Social Media Victims Law Center and Harvard Law graduate, who specializes in litigation involving social media related harms. Her career includes decades of experience in complex litigation, data and discovery work, and advocacy for equity and justice.

The panel will also include:

Angela Kennecke, award-winning investigative journalist and founder of Emily’s Hope. After losing her daughter Emily to fentanyl poisoning, Angela dedicated herself to raising awareness of substance use disorder, expanding prevention education, and supporting families through the work of Emily’s Hope.
Dr. Wallace Jackmon, a licensed Clinical Psychologist and Clinical Social Worker with more than 25 years of experience. Dr. Jackmon has spent the last 15 years at Avera University Psychiatry Associates and previously served as an Assistant Professor of Psychiatry through the USD School of Medicine. His expertise spans child welfare, mental health, family systems, anxiety and mood disorders, and adolescent treatment.

This event raises awareness of the effect social media has on youth mental health, safety, and exposure to online drug sales. It is designed to engage parents, educators, healthcare professionals, and community leaders in meaningful dialogue about protecting young people both online and offline.
Join us for an important conversation about safeguarding youth in a rapidly changing digital world.
REGISTER HERE
Event Schedule:• 6:00–6:15 p.m. Welcome Message• 6:20–7:35 p.m. Screening of Can’t Look Away(Recommended for ages 13 and up due to some content)• 7:40–8:00 p.m. Panel discussion

Emily's Hope Youth Art Showcase
2026-04-23 18:00 - 20:00 | Mosaic Arts & Events, 500 N Main Ave, Sioux Falls, SD, 57104, United States
Emily’s Hope Youth Art Showcase
Youth voices. Bold visions. Real impact.
Theme: Rise Above
🗓️ Thursday, April 23, 2026
🕕 6–8 PM
📍 Mosaic Arts & Events, Sioux Falls
The Emily’s Hope Youth Prevention Coalition invites Sioux Falls middle and high school students to participate in the Emily’s Hope Youth Art Showcase, celebrating creativity, resilience, and healthy choices.
This year’s theme, “Rise Above,” encourages students to use their voices and talents to share how they rise above using substances and overcome challenges through positive expression.
The showcase will feature both visual and performing arts, including 2D and 3D art, spoken word, original music, and dance. Selected pieces will be recognized during the evening’s awards presentation.
The community is invited to join us for a powerful night of art, inspiration, and community as we highlight the creativity of local youth and their commitment to living substance-free.
Submission Deadline: April 10, 2026
Artwork can be submitted directly to students art teacher.
✨ Free and open to the public.
🎨 Hosted by the Emily’s Hope Youth Prevention Coalition.
💜 Special thanks to Mosaic for donating the event space.

This event is supported by the Office of National Drug Control Policy (ONDCP) and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) as part of a financial assistance award funded by ONDCP. The contents are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily represent the official views of, nor an endorsement, by ONDCP, CDC/HHS, or the U.S. Government.
