Public Affairs Director Jon Michaels (since 1977) talks with Bernie Tyrrel about an automobile and airplane summer in Sioux Falls.

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Bernard L. Tyrrell (often called Bernie Tyrrell), he appears to be a longtime resident of Sioux Falls with involvement in regional car-show and aviation communities.

Publicly available information indicates that he:

• Has been associated with local business activities in the Sioux Falls area.
• Is known as an organizer of the annual Automania Car Show in nearby Valley Springs and has been active in classic-car events around southeastern South Dakota.
• Has been recognized within aviation circles, including appearing on a published list of award recipients connected with EAA Air Venture Oshkosh.

IAutoMania in Valley Springs, South Dakota, it's a well-known annual classic car and automotive show held on Broadway Avenue in Valley Springs.

Event details

• AutoMania is a free family-friendly automotive event featuring classic cars, muscle cars, hot rods, imports, motorcycles, live music, food vendors, and automotive exhibitors.
• The event has grown into one of the largest car shows in the Midwest, attracting vehicles and visitors from multiple states.
• Location: Broadway Avenue, Valley Springs, SD 57068.

Contact

• Phone: (605) 351-8585
• Email: info@automaniaatvalley.com

Official website

• AutoMania at Valley Springs

• The next Sioux Falls Airshow is scheduled for July 18–19, 2026 at the South Dakota Air National Guard facilities next to Sioux Falls Regional Airport in Sioux Falls. The event is free to attend and will feature the U.S. Air Force Thunderbirds as the headline act.

  Event details

  • Dates: July 18–19, 2026
  • Gates open: 8:30 AM–5:00 PM each day
  • Flying performances: 11:00 AM–4:00 PM
  • Location: South Dakota Air National Guard, 1201 W. Algonquin St., Sioux Falls, SD
  • Admission: Free public event

  In addition to the Thunderbirds, organizers have announced military aircraft, aerobatic performers, warbirds, static displays, exhibits, simulators, food vendors, and family activities.

  For official information, schedules, parking, VIP options, and performer updates, see:

  • Sioux Falls Airshow Official Site
  • Sioux Falls Regional Airport Airshow Page