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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 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.

Adams Homestead Celebration

This event marks the anniversary of when the Adams Homestead became a state park. Come out to the Adams Homestead and Nature Preserve near North Sioux City and take a step back in time and enjoy a day at the homestead site filled with activities. There will be a threshing machine demo, corn shelling, candlemaking, tin punching, homestead tours, rope making, musicians, a buffalo chip throwing contest, a Dutch Oven cooking demo, a homemade pie contest, and much, much more! Fun, free activities for all ages taking place 10 a.m.-3 p.m.

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.

Annual Bruce Honey Days

Bruce Honey Days is a family celebration and 2025 marks our 34th year. Friday activities include entertainment, a bean bag tournament and teen dance. Saturday hosts a parade, car show, music, burger feed, variety show and street dance, along with a co-ed volleyball tournament. Sunday has breakfast at the Legion, outdoor church service, more volleyball and the town vs. country softball game. Buzz into Bruce for a weekend of fun every last weekend in July. 

Annual Dakota Five-O

The Dakota Five-O is a mountain bike race that is not for the weary. With a challenging track, it is a fun event that starts in Spearfish and has different trails for different riders. The Dakota Five-O continues to entice riders from across the country. From the pristine, hand-built singletrack that graces much of the course, to the high spirited after party, riders are impressed with the event. The start/finish is at the Spearfish City Park. 2025 marks the 25th anniversary.

Annual Festival in the Park

The Festival in the Park is one of the largest outdoor summer arts festivals in the upper Midwest. It is sponsored by the The Matthews Opera House & Arts Center (a non-profit organization), and all proceeds are used to produce the annual festival and assist other arts activities in the greater Spearfish area. Activities run 4-10 p.m. on Friday, 9 a.m.-8 p.m. on Saturday, and 10 a.m.-4 p.m. on Sunday. Celebrating it's 47th year in 2025. Free admission on Saturday and Sunday. (Friday night is $5 Wristband Night.)