South Dakota EMS Association

To strengthen patient care in South Dakota through advocacy, education, and representation of EMS providers.

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Future Event Dates and Locations

  • 2026 – Sioux Falls
    October 29 – November 1, 2026

  • 2027 – Huron
    October 28 – 31, 2027

  • 2028 – Pierre
    November 2 – 5, 2028


Conference Schedule

2026 SDEMSA State Conference

Get ready for four days of education, connection, hands-on learning, networking, recognition, and EMS community at the 2026 SDEMSA State Conference.

📅 Full Conference Schedule

The complete schedule is now available! View the full lineup of educational sessions, speakers, pre-conference programming, networking opportunities, special events, and conference activities.

2026 SDEMSA State Conference Full Schedule
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SDEMSA Blood Drive - We Witch You'd Donate Blood

🩸 We Witch You'd Donate Blood!

Give Blood During the SDEMSA State Conference

While you're attending the 2026 SDEMSA State Conference, take a few minutes to give back and help save a life. SDEMSA is partnering with LifeServe Blood Center to host a blood drive during the conference.

📅 Friday, October 30, 2026

⏰ 9:30 AM – 3:00 PM

📍 Bloodmobile at Ramkota

🎃 FREE T-shirt for donors while supplies last!

🩸 Schedule Your Donation

Walk-ins are welcome!

📅 Conference At a Glance

Here's a quick look at what you can expect each day. For complete session times and details, view the full schedule above.

Thursday • October 29

Pre-Conference Programming

Pre-conference training and educational opportunities kick off the 2026 SDEMSA State Conference.

🩺 SDEMSC Pediatric Bootcamp

Friday • October 30

Educational Sessions
Vendor Fair
Networking
🩸 Blood Drive
🎭 Friday Night Entertainment

🎭 John Rotellini • 8:00 PM
Magic • Mentalism • Comedy • Audience Participation

Saturday • October 31

Educational Sessions
Awards Ceremony
South Dakota EMS Memorial Service
Networking & Community

Sunday • November 1

Educational Sessions
Final Conference Programming
Conference Closing

What to Expect at the 2026 State Conference

  • National speakers
  • Continuing education sessions
  • Hands-on learning opportunities
  • Vendor & Exhibit Hall
  • Networking events
  • Pre-conference training opportunities
  • SDEMSC Pediatric Bootcamp
  • Friday Night Entertainment with John Rotellini
  • 3D Mammogram Screening Opportunity
  • Awards Ceremony
  • South Dakota EMS Memorial Service
  • Leadership development
  • State Conference Blood Drive with LifeServe Blood Center

Ready for State Conference?

Review the full schedule, register for conference, reserve your hotel, and get ready for an incredible weekend with EMS professionals from across South Dakota.

REGISTER FOR CONFERENCE
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