Black Hills & Badlands: a hotspot for summer festivals & events

The Crazy Horse Volksmarch is a bi-annual organized hike that covers 10K or 6.2 miles of woodlands terrain in the southern Black Hills of South Dakota.

Welcome to the Black Hills Renaissance Festival, brave souls! Journey back in time to the glory days of knights, kings, and lords. Our Festival is a fantastical journey that brings to life the era of the Renaissance with a Fantasy Flair!

Join us at the Rush No More Resort & Campground, located off I-90, Exit 37, near Sturgis, SD. Shows are held RAIN OR SHINE in a lovely outdoor concert area with a large building we'll use  for concerts as well as a couple of indoor spaces available for jamming in case of rain.

The Black Hills Roundup Rodeo in Belle Fourche is one of the oldest continuously held outdoor rodeos in the USA.

In 1926 Homestake Mining Company threw a party to celebrate 50 years of mining called the Golden Jubilee. In memory of that amazing event we now organize the Gold Camp Jubilee. This festival celebrates our iconic golden history of mining, and our amazing community.

Neutrino Day is Sanford Underground Research Facility’s free, citywide science festival. Join us for hoistroom tours, science activities and exhibits for all ages, live video chats with scientists underground, and engaging talks about the research happening beneath your feet.

The Annual Badlands Astronomy Festival brings together space science professionals, amateur astronomers, educators, youth groups, South Dakota residents and visitors for a "stellar experience". Celebrate the beauty of a dark night sky and the wonder of space exploration.

The Black Hills Corvette Classic (BHCC) is the longest-running Corvette event in the nation.

Join thousands of locals and visitors for a festive stroll through Spearfish City Park, enjoying the sights and sounds of one of the largest and most popular artist events in the Black Hills.

Join us for the 101st annual Gold Discovery Days Celebration in Custer!

This free summer music festival is held the third weekend in July in Rapid City's Memorial Park. It features many of the best Christian artists over two days. There is a KidsZone with outreach ministry, on-stage shows, bouncy village, and a children's tent.

The Annual Badlands Astronomy Festival brings together space science professionals, amateur astronomers, educators, youth groups, South Dakota residents and visitors for a "stellar experience". Celebrate the beauty of a dark night sky and the wonder of space exploration.

Join us for the 9th Annual Hugh Glass Rendezvous on August 22-28, 2023 in Lemmon, SD as we remember the amazing story of Hugh Glass and his trek back to civilization 200 years later.

On Saturday, a magnificent sight awaits as an abundance of colorful balloons take flight from the Hot Springs Municipal Airport, weather permitting. For optimal comfort, we recommend bringing your trusty lawn chair or a cozy picnic blanket, as the availability of bleacher seating is limited.

Join a week-long Mustang Rally packed with racing, cruises, car shows, and fun events!

It's not just a rally, it's a destination. Take your Mustang to Sturgis, South Dakota for your next adventure: