Vermillion Area Chamber & Development Company

06/11/2026

Thursdays on the Platz is so back!

Spend your summer evenings in historic downtown Vermillion with live music, great food, cold drinks, and family-friendly fun every Thursday night.

Starting July 16, the Platz comes alive with a different local band each week. This year's lineup:

🎶 July 16: Blue Rune
🎶 July 23: The Dispensers
🎶 July 30: Wildcard Band
🎶 August 6: Jetley Park
🎶 August 20: Fine Mess
🎶 August 27: Bluff Ridge Band

Thursdays on the Platz is presented by Bluepeak Fiber Internet and TV and supported by the National Music Museum and Sanford Vermillion. See you at the Platz!

06/10/2026

We had the pleasure of celebrating the Sesdac, Inc. Sensory Garden Ribbon Cutting & Grand Opening in honor of the new fully accessible, multi-sensory outdoor space. 🌻

The Sensory Garden is designed to stimulate the senses, foster connection, and promote wellness for all abilities.

Stop by Sesdac and check out Vermillion's new Sensory Garden today!

06/09/2026

A "meet me at the river" kind of day. ☀️

06/05/2026

Happy Forever 605 Day!

In South Dakota, this is more than where we work. It is where we live, explore, and feel at home. That is why we are proud to stand behind and its mission to keep the 605 state bold, beautiful, and thriving for generations to come.

If South Dakota means something to you too, we invite you to be part of it. Sign the pledge and help carry the spirit forward:
https://www.travelsouthdakota.com/forever-605-pledge

06/03/2026

Vermillion's Liberty Tree. 🇺🇸🌳

In honor of America's 250th anniversary, the City of Vermillion planted a Princeton American Elm in Prentis Park as a living legacy of our nation's freedom and resilience. Today, we gathered to celebrate the tree and officially unveil its commemorative plaque.

Stay tuned for more America 250 events in Vermillion!

06/02/2026

Help us welcome our newest VCDC members! 🥳

We're excited to have these businesses and organizations join our growing network of members.

▪️CMoore Pits & Pots
▪️First Interstate Bank
▪️Green Remove
▪️Let's Bounce Inflatables
▪️Lowell Cook Construction
▪️Nelson Commercial Real Estate
▪️Solara Apartments
▪️Vermillion Baseball
▪️Vermillion Lions Club
▪️ Vermillion Pistol Club

Thanks for being a part of our community!

05/27/2026

Join us tomorrow for the Sesdac Sensory Garden Ribbon Cutting & Garden Party at 5 p.m.

Learn more. 👇

Reminder: Our Garden Party is tomorrow! 5-7 p.m.🌿

Join us tomorrow at 5 p.m. for our Ribbon Cutting followed by a garden party to celebrate the grand opening of our sensory garden with beautiful blooms, live music, light hors d'oeuvres, and refreshing drinks. We can’t wait to share this special evening with you! ✨

Visit this link for more information and to RSVP: sesdac.org/events/gardenparty

05/27/2026

Save the date for the Prairie Eye Clinic Open House on Tuesday, June 2 at 5 p.m. More details below!

Clearer vision. Better comfort. Half the cost.

Prairie Eye Clinic is excited to introduce the new Ideal Daily Contacts — exclusively available at Prairie Eye. Patients are experiencing sharper vision and all-day comfort at a fraction of the cost of major contact lens brands.

Join us Tuesday, June 2 at 5:00 PM for an Open House where you can:
– Test and compare the new Ideal Daily Contacts
– Meet the Prairie Eye doctors and staff
– Learn about advanced eye care services and technology
– Enjoy food from Karli’s Kitchen

Whether you currently wear contacts or are thinking about making the switch, this is the perfect opportunity to experience the difference for yourself.

Prairie Eye Clinic
Tuesday, June 2
Doors Open at 5:00 PM

05/21/2026

You're invited to Vermillion Day with the Sioux City Explorers on Thursday, May 28 at Lewis & Clark Park as the Explorers take on the Milwaukee Milkmen at 6:35 p.m.

Grab your crew and enjoy an evening at the ballpark with discounted reserved seats for $8 — or upgrade to the Premium Vermillion Day ticket for $11, which includes your game ticket + a hot dog voucher. 🌭🎉

Get your ticket now. https://www.etix.com/ticket/c/D31CA3E864E31EC4B3BAF9AE4068B1B9/vermillion-day