Find AA Meetings in South Dakota

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Explore more than 407 AA meetings across 68 South Dakota communities — from big cities to small towns. Updated frequently, our listings bring together information from multiple official AA intergroup and area websites, making it easier to find accurate, up-to-date meeting details in one place. While times and locations may occasionally change, every effort is made to reflect the most reliable information available. Wherever you are on your recovery path, there's a group ready to welcome you today.

From Sioux Falls to Rapid City and across the Mount Rushmore State, South Dakota's AA community offers support in prairie towns and Black Hills communities.

Online Meetings in SD

Wednesdays8:00PM
209 E Elm St, Brandon, SD, 57005
209 East Elm Street, Brandon, South Dakota
Meeting Types & Format:
EnglishClosed12 Steps & 12 TraditionsStep MeetingBig BookDiscussion
Meeting Notes:

Located behind the VFW (Open Birthday Meetings) Zoom: https://zoom.us/j/777305352, Meeting: 777-305-...

Tuesdays5:30PM
12-24 Alano Club
1019 West 9th Street, Yankton, South Dakota
Meeting Types & Format:
OpenWheelchair AccessEnglish
Meeting Notes:

Zoom ID - 619 213 0510 Password - w1m05h

Mondays7:00PM
209 E Elm St, Brandon, SD, 57005
209 East Elm Street, Brandon, South Dakota
Meeting Types & Format:
EnglishClosed12 Steps & 12 TraditionsStep MeetingBig BookDiscussion
Meeting Notes:

Located behind the VFW (Open Birthday Meetings) Zoom: https://zoom.us/j/777305352, Meeting: 777-305-...

407

Total Meetings

68

Cities

6

Avg per City

Meeting Times Across South Dakota Near You

Looking for the right time? 8pm is ideal for after-work support when most people are free has the most meetings available. Need something earlier? 7pm or 12pm during your lunch break might work better for your schedule. Meetings between 12am-5am are pretty rare here—that's typical for overnight hours when most people are sleeping. You'll find plenty of options throughout the day and evening instead. The darker colors you see from 6pm-8pm show when most meetings happen—that's when people typically have the most flexibility after work.

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Finding AA Meetings in South Dakota

South Dakota offers a comprehensive network of Alcoholics Anonymous meetings across 68 cities, providing crucial support for individuals seeking recovery from alcohol addiction. With 407meetings available throughout the state, people from all backgrounds and communities can find local support groups that meet their specific needs and schedules.

Meeting Types Available in South Dakota

AA meetings in South Dakota include various formats designed to support different aspects of recovery:

Open Meetings

Welcome family members, friends, and anyone interested in learning about A.A. These meetings help reduce stigma and educate the community about addiction recovery.

Closed Meetings

Exclusively for individuals with a desire to stop drinking, providing a safe space for personal sharing and intimate discussions about recovery challenges.

Speaker Meetings

Feature members sharing their personal recovery stories of "experience, strength, and hope," inspiring newcomers and providing relatable testimonials.

Step Study Groups

Focus on detailed exploration of the 12 Steps, providing structured learning about A.A.'s core principles and their practical application in daily recovery.

Major Cities with AA Support in South Dakota

Sioux Falls, South Dakota's most active AA community, hosts 78 meetings. Other major cities include Rapid City, Huron, Watertown, and more, each offering multiple weekly meetings to support recovery at every stage.

Huron

24 AA meetings available

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Watertown

24 AA meetings available

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Mitchell

23 AA meetings available

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Aberdeen

21 AA meetings available

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Getting Started with AA in South Dakota

First-Time Attendees

Newcomers to AA in South Dakota are welcomed at any meeting. No advance registration is required, and you don't need to speak or identify yourself beyond your first name. Many meetings have newcomer packets with helpful information about the program.

Meeting Schedules and Accessibility

Meetings throughout South Dakota are scheduled at various times to accommodate different work schedules and life circumstances. Many locations offer wheelchair accessibility, and some provide childcare or are located near public transportation.

Online and Hybrid Options

Many AA groups in South Dakota now offer online meetings or hybrid formats, making recovery support accessible regardless of location, transportation challenges, or health considerations.

Recovery is possible, and South Dakota's AA community is here to support your journey. Whether you're taking your first step toward sobriety or maintaining long-term recovery, you'll find welcoming AA groups and meetings throughout the state ready to share their experience, strength, and hope.

Getting to AA Meetings in South Dakota

Whether you're traveling to South Dakota for the first time or a longtime resident seeking support, understanding your transportation options can help you access the AA meetings you need. Below is comprehensive information about reaching meetings across the state.

Planning Your Journey to AA Meetings

When traveling to Alcoholics Anonymous meetings in South Dakota, call ahead to confirm meeting times, verify the address, and get directions. Many AA groups warmly welcome newcomers, first-timers, and out-of-town visitors. If lack of transportation is preventing you from attending meetings, reach out to local AA groups via the AA hotline—many members volunteer to give free rides to people in early recovery, or can connect you with Zoom meetings and online AA meetings.

Frequently Asked Questions

South Dakota AA Organizations & Intergroups

Connect with local AA organizations and intergroups in South Dakota. These groups coordinate meetings, provide resources, and support the AA community throughout the state.

Area 63 - South Dakota
407
www.area63aa.org

These organizations coordinate AA meetings and provide support services in their designated regions and areas. Contact them directly for meeting updates, literature, and local AA resources.