This October: Solace Is Staying Busy. Join Us for Domestic Violence Awareness Month

October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month, a time when communities across the country come together to honor survivors, raise awareness, and strengthen the movement toward safety and healing. At Solace, this month is one of our busiest, and most meaningful, as we show up across Sioux Falls to connect, educate, and stand with survivors.

We’d love to see you at any (or all) of our October events. Each one offers a unique way to engage with our mission, learn more about our work, and support survivors in our region.

October Events

October 1 — Take Back the Night

USF Salsbury Science Center
5:30–8:00 PM
Take Back the Night is a powerful evening dedicated to raising awareness about sexual and domestic violence. Join us as we walk, gather, and stand in solidarity with survivors and advocates across the community.

October 8 — Cultivating Courage

Sanford Event Barn
5:30–8:30 PM
Our signature annual event returns for an evening rooted in connection, courage, and meaningful impact. Cultivating Courage brings together supporters, partners, and advocates to celebrate the journey to solace — guided by courage, led to healing.
Tickets: https://seeksolace.harnessgiving.org/events/3890 

October 13 — Solace Open House

2210 S Brown Pl, Sioux Falls SD,57105
4:00–6:00 PM
Come see our space, meet our team, and help us celebrate one year of Solace as a unified healing organization. This open house is a chance to learn more about our services and the impact your support makes possible.

October 15 — Arc of Dreams Lighting for Purple Thursday

300 N Cherapa Pl, Sioux Falls SD
Starting at 3:30 PM
Join us downtown as the Arc of Dreams lights up purple in honor of Purple Thursday-  a national day of action during Domestic Violence Awareness Month. Wear purple and stand with survivors.

October 22 — Trunk or Treat

Mitsubishi Vern Eide

4:00–6:00 PM

Bring your best costume and stop by for treats, connection, and community fun. This family‑friendly event is a great way to support Solace while enjoying the Halloween season.

October 23 — Stampede Game: Solace Night

Denny Sanford PREMIER Center
Game starts at 7:05 PM
This special Stampede game is dedicated to Solace and the work we do in the community. It’s also their Trick‑or‑Treat Night — so come in costume, enjoy the game, and support survivors.
Tickets: https://www.gofevo.com/event/Seeksolace2 
*These tickets are on sale now, and $5 from each ticket supports survivors through Solace.

Join Us This October

Domestic Violence Awareness Month is a reminder that healing happens when communities show up — with compassion, with courage, and with commitment. Whether you attend one event or all of them, your presence strengthens the network of care that survivors rely on.

We can’t wait to see you throughout October.