The George S. Mickelson Trail in the Black Hills of South Dakota is more than just a recreation Trail, it’s a trail of history. Burlington Northern built the rail line more than 100 years ago to accommodate the miners who had rushed to the area to pan for gold. In 1983, the rail line was abandoned

It is the best party north of the Bayou! Celebrate Mardi Gras in the Wild West with a weekend full of free parades, costume contests, parties and live music. Make your plans now - you don't want to miss this cabin-fever-busting event in Historic Deadwood. The fun starts at 8 p.m. on Friday and lasts

Leading Ladies & Dakota Spirit offer the fastest marathon course in South Dakota. There is no better place to log miles than in the scenic beauty of Spearfish Canyon. The course departs from the Lead Country Club and follows a gentle, downhill, 26.2-mile journey to Spearfish through Spearfish Canyon

The annual Laura Ingalls Wilder Pageant in De Smet is an outdoor theater experience. Join us as we celebrate the Ingalls family and De Smet’s early history. Our outdoor prairie stage over looks cottonwood trees planted by Charles and the Big Slough. Seating is provided, but lawn chairs are welcome

<b> </b> The annual Laura Ingalls Wilder Pageant in De Smet is an outdoor theater experience. Join us as we celebrate the Ingalls family and De Smet’s early history. Our outdoor prairie stage over looks cottonwood trees planted by Charles and the Big Slough. Seating is provided, but lawn chairs are welcome

<b> </b> The annual Laura Ingalls Wilder Pageant in De Smet is an outdoor theater experience. Join us as we celebrate the Ingalls family and De Smet’s early history. Our outdoor prairie stage over looks cottonwood trees planted by Charles and the Big Slough. Seating is provided, but lawn chairs are welcome

Kool Deadwood Nites brings car lovers together for six days full of classic cars, classic music and classic fun. It is a 1950s and 1960s sock hop - Deadwood style. There is a parade, a show and shine, the Deadwood Rod Run, a classic car competition, and free concerts on Main Street featuring the

The annual Kadoka Buffalo Stampede Rodeo is held each year in late June. On Friday and Saturday nights, there is a PRCA/WPRA rodeo featuring bareback riding, calf roping, steer wrestling, ladies breakaway roping, team roping, saddle bronc riding, barrel racing and bull riding. The Buffalo Stampede

Hartford Jamboree Days is an annual festival held the third weekend of June. The event draws thousands of people to Hartford, just 25 miles northwest of Sioux Falls, and it includes activities and attractions for all ages. Head to Hartford City Park and enjoy the carnival, vendor booths, car show