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The Historic Dakota Theatre

Yankton, South Dakota

The Historic Dakota Theatre

The Historic Dakota Theatre is Yankton’s oldest performing arts center.

Built in 1902 the Dakota Theatre has been entertaining audiences in the historic Meridian District for over 120 years.

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The Historic Dakota Theatre, Yankton South Dakota

2026 Season Performances

July 31st (7:30pm) Aug 1st (7:30pm) Aug 2nd (2pm) ...Aug 7th (7:30pm) Aug 8th (7:30pm) Aug 9th (2pm)

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Oct 2nd (7:30pm) Oct 3rd (7:30pm) Oct 4th (2pm)

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Dec 4th (7:30pm) Dec 5th (7:30pm) Dec 6th (2pm)---Dec 11th (7:30pm) Dec 12th (7:30pm) Dec 13th (2pm)

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Charlie Brown Christmas:
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Local Holiday Performances

This Christmas season the Dakota Theatre is proud to present “A Charlie Brown Christmas” December 4-6th and 11-13th.

 

Act One will feature local talent performing Christmas themed music/singing/dancing.

 

Act Two will be the classic “Charlie Brown Christmas”.

 

If you are interested in learning more about our Act One performances, click the Information Box

Information on Act one of "A Charlie Brown Christmas"

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There Is Something For Everyone!

The Dakota Theatre is a performing arts center dedicated to providing entertainment and cultural opportunities for all citizens of the greater Yankton region. We believe the arts strengthen our community by inspiring, uniting, and educating children and adults of all backgrounds. We are located in an historic 1902 theater building that has hosted everything from operas to concerts, plays and even a few boxing matches over the past century. The Dakota Theatre is operated today by Onward Yankton, a non-profit organization that seeks to improve the quality of life for everyone.

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    Great cast, great staff awesome production! Will be back!! Drove an hour to get there and well worth it!
    Mary J
    Mary J
    Amazing shows and very reasonably priced for shows and concessions!! They work really hard and costumes and props are spectacular!
    Jennifer B
    Jennifer B
    Great tradition to start with children or grandchildren. To me, as I start to find my seat, it takes away my stress and takes me to a whole different realm.
    Clare K
    Clare K