Discover 26.2 miles of absolute Black Hills beauty during the annual Deadwood Mickelson Trail Marathon that starts and finishes near Historic Deadwood. The race takes place the first Sunday in June and follows one of the most scenic routes in the country. Half-marathon and five-person marathon relay options are also available. On Saturday, there is a fast 5K and a kids 1K. See website for registration deadlines and fees.
The bull riders of the PBR are coming to Historic Deadwood. Bull riding is one of the most extreme sports known to man and the best of the best belong to the Professional Bull Riders. In the world of professional sports the PBR brings the top bulls and the top riders to fans all over the country. Head to the Days of '76 Event Complex for two nights of bull riding action. This will be the ultimate showdown at the Deadwood PBR Touring Pro Division. Ticket booths open at 5 p.m., gates open at 6 p.m., and the shows start at 7 p.m. Tickets are available online.
Craft beer lovers will enjoy Deadwood’s finest at the Hops and Hogs festival. Enjoy craft beer paired with samples of unique bacon dishes. Ticket holders receive an event pass, tasting card, schedule, and an open container cup. Once the event begins, attendees taste at locations on that day’s schedule during designated hours. Tickets are valid for both Friday and Saturday. Tasting hours are 5-10 p.m. on Friday and 12-6 p.m. on Saturday. Only 400 tickets will be sold and participants must be 21.
Delmont's annual Kuchen Festival will be held Saturday, September 13, 2025. The German pastry 'kuchen' is also the official state dessert of South Dakota. Kuchen will be sold at the Legion Hall, starting at 8:30 a.m. until gone. The Onion House, the Pumphouse Museum and the jail will be open for tours. The Twin Rivers Old Iron Harvest Festival, 1/4-mile west of Delmont, takes place September 13-14, 2025.
Farley Fest is an annual summer celebration held at Lake Farley Park in Milbank. It’s a fun-filled weekend with great activities for all ages. Enjoy two days of outdoor concerts, a car show, cornhole tournament, barbeque content, parade (held downtown), kids activities, food and arts & crafts vendors, and more.
Back by popular demand is the Fort Sisseton Escape Room, August 1-3, 2025. Backstory: While touring Fort Sisseton, you started to get bored and noticed that the door to the hopsital was open whie the tour guide wasn't looking. You and your friends quickly sneak in to explore. But the door is now locked and there seems to be no way out until you figure out the clues and puzzles. Can you do it? Tickets to this event can be purchased by calling Fort Sisseton. This event is not recommended for young children. Dates and times are August 1, 4-9 p.m.; August 2, 10 a.m.-9 p.m.; and August 3, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. A park entrance license is also required.
During the first full weekend in June, cavalry troops and infantry units converge on the grounds of Fort Sisseton Historic State Park in northeastern South Dakota. They form a military encampment with soldiers, women, children and all the necessary tents, uniforms, horses and memorabilia. The festival covers the gamut of frontier life and settlement. It includes fiddle music, historic figures, an art and craft show, melodrama stage show, and music from the Civil War. Admission is $5 dollars per person (12 and over). Park entrance license is also required.
Wonder what a military Fort looks like in lantern light? Join us for a night tour around Fort Sisseton Historic State Park where the history of Fort Sisseton and ghost stories are tangled together. 2025 dates are May 31, June 28 and July 26. Park entrance license is required.
Celebrating the vibrancy of spring in the heart of Rapid City has never been more delightful! Join us at the annual Frühlingsfest, a spring street market, in the bustling Downtown at Main Street Square – an event stirred up with the refreshing essence of spring. There's no better place to relish the crisp spring air and soak up the lively atmosphere. Enjoy the afternoon (12-5 p.m.) with family, friends, and the spectacle of live music, or simply relax and unwind in the scenic downtown district. Frühlingsfest isn't just an event - it's a lifestyle statement that captures the heart and soul of Rapid City's vibrant community spirit.
Travel throughout Fort Sisseton Historic State Park in this large game of Clue to figure out where the murder took place, what weapon was used and who did it. Turn in your answers for prizes and to have your name in the drawing for the large giveaway. The game starts June 29 and concludes July 20. See further details online. Park entrance license is required.
