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1880 Train Old West Shootout

Experience an old west shootout aboard the 1880 Train this summer. Dates for 2025 are June 8, 15, 22 and 29; July 6, 13, 20 and 27; and August 17 and 31. The shootout begins at the Hill City station, 5 p.m. round trip departure. A few bad guys board the train and hide their treasure. The train is stopped by cowboys and “held up” halfway between Hill City and Keystone. It's a good thing the sheriff is in town! Take the 5 p.m. round trip Hill City to Keystone departure to experience the shootout. See our website for ticket prices and to purchase tickets.

1880 Train Old West Shootout

Experience an old west shootout aboard the 1880 Train this summer. Dates for 2025 are June 8, 15, 22 and 29; July 6, 13, 20 and 27; and August 17 and 31. The shootout begins at the Hill City station, 5 p.m. round trip departure. A few bad guys board the train and hide their treasure. The train is stopped by cowboys and “held up” halfway between Hill City and Keystone. It's a good thing the sheriff is in town! Take the 5 p.m. round trip Hill City to Keystone departure to experience the shootout. See our website for ticket prices and to purchase tickets.

1880 Train Old West Shootout

Experience an old west shootout aboard the 1880 Train this summer. Dates for 2025 are June 8, 15, 22 and 29; July 6, 13, 20 and 27; and August 17 and 31. The shootout begins at the Hill City station, 5 p.m. round trip departure. A few bad guys board the train and hide their treasure. The train is stopped by cowboys and “held up” halfway between Hill City and Keystone. It's a good thing the sheriff is in town! Take the 5 p.m. round trip Hill City to Keystone departure to experience the shootout. See our website for ticket prices and to purchase tickets.

1880 Train Wine Express

This is your chance to enjoy a memorable experience on the 1880 Train during our Wine Express. Ticket price includes food, wine, train ride, keepsake wine glass, and live entertainment (starting at 1:30 at the Hill City station). 2025 departures are Saturday, September 13, at 2:30 p.m. and 5:30 p.m. The Train departs from the Hill City station and the round-trip ride takes approximately two hours. The Wine Express is a truly unique experience that is one of our most popular events. See website for special event rates information (must be 21 years of age or older).

4th of July Parade

Join us in downtown Watertown on July 4 for the annual community parade. The fun kicks off at 1:45 p.m. with a giant candy toss. At 2 p.m., the parade starts at 4th Street and East Kemp Avenue and continues west to the Watertown Stadium.

Aberdeen Arts in the Park

For nearly 50 years, since 1976, exhibitors have lined the pavement within Melgaard Park with their handcrafted wares on the second or third full weekend in June for Aberdeen Arts in the Park. Each year, this juried event attracts exhibitors from more than 12 states. It is estimated that more than 20,000 people go through the park during the two-day event. Arts in the Park features fine and folk art, entertainment and a wide variety of food items. Event hours are 10 a.m.-6 p.m. on Saturday and 10 a.m.-4 p.m. on Sunday. Admission is free.

Annual Black Hills Quilt Show & Sale

The 2023 Quilt Show sponsored by the Black Hills Quilters Guild will be held June 8-10 at The Monument (formerly the Rushmore Plaza Civic Center) in beautiful downtown Rapid City. We are looking forward to another great show and expect to have 400-500 quilts on display and about 20 vendors with quilt-related products. The show, one of the largest in the Dakotas, is a colorful feast for the eyes. The hours for 2023 are 5-8 p.m. on Thursday (preview), 9 a.m.-5 p.m. on Friday, and 9 a.m.-4 p.m. on Saturday. (Please disregard any hours shown to the left under SEE ALL DATES.) Admission is $7 per day, or $10 for a three-day pass. Free admission for children.

Annual Black Hills Roundup

The Annual Black Hills Roundup Rodeo in Belle Fourche takes place July 1-5, 2025. Join us for four days of PRCA rodeo action, a NorthStar Amusement Carnival, concerts, food and more. In 2025, we'll celebrate 106 years with the annual Ranch Rodeo, two nights of fireworks and a parade. The full schedule will be posted on our website and Facebook page, so check back for more details. See our website for ticket information.

Annual Black Hills Stock Show & Rodeo

The Black Hills Stock Show & Rodeo in Rapid City features events, rodeos and vendors. It is the region's largest trade show, livestock sales and competitions, and was named the top indoor PRCA rodeos in the country in 2023 (as well as 2021, 2020, 2003 and
2002). Established
in 1959, the Stock Show takes place in late-January/early-February each year. It features 120 different livestock, horse and rodeo events along with more than 300 vendors. There are competitions for 10 different breeds of cattle, ranch rodeos, 14 different horse events, sheep dog trials, live music, a Western art show and more. Events are held at the Central States Fairgrounds and at The Monument (444 Mt. Rushmore Road North). Tickets may be purchased online and at the gate.