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Dazzling November Events in the Black Hills and Badlands

  • Dazzling November Events in the Black Hills and Badlands
    Dazzling November Events in the Black Hills and Badlands
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Monday, October 24, 2022
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Black Hills and Badlands

November in the Black Hills means ponderosa pine trees draped in delicate blankets of snow, festivals abound and strings of lights beginning to pop up everywhere. The weather may be starting to get colder, but the Black Hills and Badlands have the events guaranteed to warm you with seasonal cheer.

Free Entrance Day in the National Parks
Saturday, November 11, 2023

Come experience the national parks!

On five days in 2023, all National Park Service sites that charge an entrance fee will offer free admission to everyone. Mark your calendar for these entrance fee–free dates in 2023:

January 16 – Martin Luther King Jr Day  

 

Holiday Parades and Festivals

Lights, parades, and magical rides on the 1880 Train! The Black Hills and Badlands is ready to get into the spirit of the season with sparkling lights, hot chocolate and visits from Santa as November comes to an end.   

Holiday Express First Class-Aboard the 1880 Train
Friday, November 24, 2023

Experience the magic as you take a one hour, round trip journey from Hill City to the North Pole where Santa will board the train and ride back to Hill City, taking time to visit with each child on the way. 

Shop Local Kickoff Party in Lead
Saturday, November 25, 2023

2023 Event Information

There's a lot to be thankful for, so snuggle up with a mug of hot cider and take in the seasonal cheer this November in the Black Hills and Badlands.

For a full line up of festivals and events in the Black Hills and Badlands, visit our Events Calendar.

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