Tourism Coalition of South Dakota

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Our Mission is To Be the Statewide Advocate for the Visitor Industry in South Dakota.
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10/24/2026

What a great day for a hunt! A little rain to settle the dust and the temperature was perfect for the dogs. Check out the smiles on those hunters. And birds - oh ya!

10/23/2026

🧡🦃 It's Pheasant Hunting Season in South Dakota! 🧡

Only in South Dakota do we proudly celebrate our state bird… and then head out to hunt it! 😄

South Dakota is known far and wide for its incredible pheasant hunting, and each fall, our state rolls out the orange carpet for hunters from near and far!

Whether they're flying in from across the country or loading up the truck for a road trip, resident and out-of-state hunters bring more than their blaze-orange gear and hunting dogs. They bring a tremendous boost to South Dakota's tourism economy!

From small-town cafes, hotels and gas stations to sporting goods stores, hunting lodges, restaurants and countless other businesses, pheasant hunting supports jobs, generates revenue and brings visitors to rural communities across our state. And while many of our smaller towns feel that impact firsthand, the economic benefits reach far beyond the fields and across all of South Dakota.

There's nothing quite like seeing a sea of orange in our communities each fall. And let's face it — nobody welcomes pheasant hunters quite like South Dakotans! 🧡

To all our resident and visiting hunters, welcome to the fields of South Dakota! Here's to great memories, good friends, hardworking hunting dogs and plenty of stories to tell.

Have a safe, successful and enjoyable pheasant hunting season! 🐕🌾

10/22/2026

YOUR VOICE. YOUR VOTE. YOUR FUTURE!

Election Day is Tuesday, November 3, 2026, but you don't have to wait until Election Day to cast your ballot!

Voting is one of the most important rights and privileges we have as Americans — and one we should never take for granted.

The decisions made at the ballot box help shape the future of our communities, our state and the industries that support South Dakota's economy.

✅ Be an informed voter! Take time to research the candidates, understand their positions on issues important to you and learn about the ballot questions before casting your vote.

Make your voice heard! Whether you vote early or on Election Day, your participation matters.

For official South Dakota election information, including candidates, ballot questions, absentee voting and polling locations, visit the South Dakota Secretary of State's website:

🔗 https://sdsos.gov/elections-voting/default.aspx

Do your research. Know the issues. Exercise your right to vote.

Let's all do our part to make South Dakota's future stronger!

10/21/2026

🎨🎭 October is National Arts & Humanities Month! 🎶🖌️

The arts are more than creativity and entertainment — they are an essential part of what makes our communities vibrant, welcoming and worth visiting!

From local art galleries and museums to live theater, music festivals, historic landmarks and cultural celebrations, the arts tell the stories of our communities and create experiences that visitors remember long after their trip ends.

The arts are also an important part of South Dakota's tourism economy. They attract visitors, support local businesses, encourage travelers to stay longer and help preserve the history, heritage and traditions that make our state unique.

But their value goes far beyond tourism. The arts bring people together, inspire creativity, enrich our quality of life and create a sense of pride and belonging in the places we call home.

❤️ This October, let's celebrate the artists, performers, cultural organizations and creative communities that make South Dakota such a special place to live, work and visit!

Visit a gallery, attend a performance, explore a museum or support a local artist. Every experience makes a difference!

Let's celebrate the arts — and the people who bring them to life! Find out more at Arts South Dakota or visit www.artssouthdakota.org.

10/20/2026

📸 So Many Great Faces of South Dakota Tourism!
One of the best parts of our TCSD Annual Membership Meeting was seeing the people behind South Dakota’s incredible tourism industry! From our hotels and attractions to our destinations, events, and local businesses, tourism is powered by people who care about their communities and our state. 💙💚
Now, we want YOU to be part of the team!
📣 Join TCSD during our Member Referral Rally!
If you care about the future of South Dakota tourism, we need you to join our voice. Together, we can strengthen our advocacy, elevate our industry’s priorities in Pierre, and make sure tourism has a seat at the table when decisions are made.
🌟 More Members. Stronger Voice. Stronger Advocacy.
Ready to get involved?
🌐 Visit tourismcoalitionsd.com/membership/
📧 Email Carmen at [email protected]
📞 Call Carmen at 605-660-1078
Let’s grow TCSD and make an even greater impact for South Dakota tourism! Share this post with a tourism business that should be part of our coalition.

10/19/2026

Thank You for attending the TCSD Annual Membership Meeting!
Thank you to everyone who joined us for our Annual Membership Meeting! We appreciate your time, engagement, and continued commitment to strengthening tourism across South Dakota. It was an educational day and time well spent!
A special thank-you to our featured speaker, Tiffany Gallagher with Civitas, for sharing valuable insights and information to help guide our upcoming legislative efforts.
We also appreciate Secretary James Hagen for providing an update on South Dakota tourism and Justin Smith, our lobbyist, for sharing an important legislative update and helping us look ahead to the work before us.
👏 We couldn’t do it without our sponsors! Thank you to:
- Experience Sioux Falls
- Visit Rapid City
- Elkhorn Valley Bank & Trust – Yankton
- Travel South Dakota
Your support makes gatherings like this possible and helps TCSD continue advocating for South Dakota’s tourism industry.
Together, we have a stronger voice and a greater impact. Thank you for being part of TCSD! 💙💚

10/05/2026

🎉 WELCOME TO TCSD!

We’re excited to welcome Holiday Inn Express & Suites Rapid City I-90 as a new member of the Tourism Coalition of South Dakota!

Inspired by the natural beauty of the Black Hills, the Holiday Inn Express & Suites offers modern comfort, a welcoming atmosphere and a convenient home base for visitors exploring Rapid City and the surrounding region.

🏨 Our lodging partners are on the front lines of South Dakota tourism—welcoming visitors, creating memorable stays and helping support the businesses and communities that benefit from visitor spending.

Thank you, Holiday Inn Express & Suites Rapid City I-90, for joining TCSD and adding your voice to our growing statewide coalition. We’re glad to have you with us!

10/03/2026

🤝 WELCOME TO TCSD, ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT PROFESSIONALS ASSOCIATION (EDPA)!

We’re excited to welcome EDPA as a member and partner of the Tourism Coalition of South Dakota!

Tourism is the front porch to economic development. A visit to South Dakota may start as a vacation, business trip or weekend getaway—but that experience can become something much more. Today’s visitor could become tomorrow’s resident, entrepreneur, employee or business owner.

That’s why the connection between tourism and economic development is so important.

EDPA works to strengthen South Dakota communities by advocating for economic development programs and policies that provide a competitive advantage in attracting new businesses and helping existing businesses grow.

Tourism brings people through the door. Economic development gives them another reason to stay, invest and build a future here.

Thank you, EDPA, for joining TCSD and for being a partner in strengthening South Dakota’s communities and economy!

10/02/2026

🎉 WELCOME TO TCSD, ELEVATION INN & SUITES!

We’re excited to welcome Elevation Inn & Suites Downtown Rapid City as a new member of the Tourism Coalition of South Dakota!

Located in the beautiful Black Hills, Elevation Inn & Suites is more than a place to stay—it’s a launching pad for exploring everything the region has to offer. Guests can fuel up with a complimentary breakfast, unwind in the indoor pool and hot tubs, and count on an award-winning team ready to share local tips and help make every visit memorable.

🏨 Great lodging experiences are an important part of a great South Dakota vacation—and strong tourism businesses make our entire industry stronger.

Thank you, Elevation Inn & Suites, for joining TCSD and adding your voice to South Dakota’s tourism industry. We’re glad to have you as part of the coalition!

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PO Box 237
Yankton, SD
57078

Telephone

+16056601078

Website

https://tourismcoalitionsd.com/

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