73 years of agriculture tradition
Sponsored by the Greater Sioux Falls Chamber of Commerce
The Sioux Empire Livestock Show promotes and celebrates agriculture through an annual, authentic experience that educates and entertains the community; assists youth exhibitors financially with academic endeavors; and generates economic impact by attracting livestock enthusiasts to compete in livestock shows.
The low down on the Sioux Empire Livestock Show
The annual Sioux Empire Livestock Show is a great way for South Dakota’s largest city to celebrate the state’s number one industry, while recognizing the vital impact of agriculture in our lives.
The Sioux Empire Livestock Show hosts a 4-H/FFA invitational calf show, junior shows including: market hog, market lamb, market goat, market beef, prospect calf, and breeding heifer shows, as well as livestock judging contests. And don’t miss the Sale of Champions!
Junior Livestock Exhibitor Information
The Sioux Empire Livestock Show hosts a 4-H/FFA invitational calf shows, and the following junior shows: breeding heifer, prospect calf, market beef, market goat, market lamb, and market hog shows. To be eligible to show at the Sioux Empire Livestock Show youth must be at least 6 years of age on January 1 of current year of the Show and cannot be older than 21 years of age on January 1 of current year of the Show. Youth exhibitors from all 50 states are eligible to show. Visitors are encouraged to watch exhibitors compete free of charge in person or online by Ringside Live. Click here to view the 2026 Schedule. View the Exhibitor Handbook here.
Show Sponsors
Sponsoring the Sioux Empire Livestock Show is a powerful way for you to showcase your commitment to agriculture while gaining valuable exposure. As a sponsor, your brand will be front and center at this week-long event that attracts top producers, exhibitors and buyers from across the region, offering unique opportunities to connect with key players in the industry. View sponsors from the 2025 Sioux Empire Livestock Show below.
Show Results
Purebred Cattle Show
& Sale Results
Open Livestock
Show Results
Judging Contest Results
Senior Collegiate Livestock
Judging Results
Junior Collegiate Livestock
Judging Results
2026 Schedule
Barn hours are 5 a.m. – 11 p.m. daily. Click here for a printable schedule. Schedule subject to change.
A Fond Farewell to a Valued Tradition: the Sioux Empire Purebred Cattle Show & Sale
After more than 70 years, the Greater Sioux Falls Chamber of Commerce announces the retirement of the Sioux Empire Purebred Cattle Show & Sale.
In recent years, the industry has experienced a gradual shift, with fewer consignments and breed varieties represented at the Sioux Empire Purebred Cattle Show & Sale. Advancements in technology have enabled producers to market and sell genetics directly, reshaping how agriculture supporters can best support cattle producers in the region.
Sincere gratitude goes to the consignors, buyers and supporters who have been part of the Sioux Empire Purebred Cattle Show & Sale’s long and meaningful history. Their commitment has helped shape the cattle industry across the region and beyond.
Special thanks to the most recent Supreme Row Sponsors — The First National Bank in Sioux Falls (gold), First Bank & Trust (silver), Cattle Business Weekly (bronze) and M.H. EBY (prize sponsor) — whose generous support has played a meaningful role.
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