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Black Hills Home Builders Assoc. Home Show 2026
2026-03-27, 2026-03-28, 2026-03-29, 2026-03-30 | The Monument, 444 N Mt Rushmore Road, Rapid City
Join us for the premier event of the year at Rapid City’s Annual Home Show, the largest home show in western South Dakota!

Proudly presented by the Black Hills Home Builders Association, this exciting three-day showcase is your ultimate destination for all things home building and improvement.

Explore over 400 booths featuring industry experts, innovative products, and valuable resources.

Connect with top professionals and gain invaluable insights to elevate your living or office space.

Whether you’re embarking on a new construction project, planning renovations, or seeking inspiration for your dream space, you’ll find everything under one roof!
Additionally, don’t miss our vibrant Market Place Pop Up, featuring more than 75 local small businesses.

Shop unique crafts, trendy boutiques, delicious baked goods, stunning home décor, and much more—all within the inviting atmosphere of the ice arena.

Mark your calendars for the 2026 Home Show and immerse yourself in a world of possibilities for your home.

This is more than just a show; it’s an opportunity to connect with local experts, discover the latest trends, and turn your home dreams into reality.

We can’t wait to see you there!

Silver City Fire Dept Annual Meeting
2026-03-28 | SD
Date: Saturday, March 28, 2026
Time: 1:00 PM
Location: Zoom
Meeting ID: 766 5588 1360
Passcode: [REDACTED]
Questions?
District Board President: Ron Smith – 605-631-0069 or Fire Chief: Phil Schlief – 651-247-6753
The Silver City is always looking for volunteers—get involved and help protect your community!

Drops of Life Blood Drive XVI
2026-04-03 11:00 - 18:00 (America/Denver) | Uptown Rapid Mall, 2200 North Maple Avenue, Rapid City, 57701
Drops of Life XVI (16)

It’s his 16th blood drive, not 16 years

Drops of Life XVI Friday, April 3 11:15 a.m. – 6:15 p.m.
Uptown Rapid – Center Court Near Bath & Body Works 2200 N. Maple Ave.
CRITICAL NEED FOR O type BLOOD DONORS
Joe Burmeister hosts this blood drive on Good Friday to boost blood supplies over the Easter holiday weekend, this drive is now a community tradition.
Refreshments for all donors – including crumble cookie

March is Bleeding Disorders Awareness Month, a reminder that blood donations can help those affected pursue everyday activities.
o Among other treatments, blood donations may be needed to help those who have inherited bleeding disorders that don’t allow a person’s blood to clot properly.

This March, Vitalant is thanking donors with a chance to be the lucky winner of $10,000.
o Donors between March 1 and April 5 will automatically be entered into the drawing.
o If donors have questions about their ability to donate blood we encourage them to check our website or call us to double check. Many things changed over the pandemic and even people who’ve been told they could never donate blood are now eligible.

Forks, Corks & Kegs
2026-04-10, 2026-04-11 | City of Deadwood, Deadwood , United States
Forks, Corks and Kegs is Deadwood’s ultimate weekend of food, wine and craft beer.

Explore historic Main Street as local chefs and mixologists pair their best bites with fine wines and local brews.

From exclusive tastings to the grand finale featuring dozens of beer and wine varieties, it’s a full weekend made for food & drink lovers.

This 21+ event celebrates Deadwood’s best flavors in true Wild West style. Stroll, sip, and savor your way through one unforgettable weekend! This event is 21+ and valid ID is required.

Sale Dates and Times:
Public Onsale : Fri, 14 Nov 2025 at 10:00 AM
Forks, Corks & Kegs VIP : Fri, 14 Nov 2025 at 10:00 AM

Humane Society of the Black Hills Pet Gala
2026-04-11 17:30 - 20:00 | Dahl Arts Center, 713 7th Street, Rapid City, 57701
The Pet Gala – Save the Date! April 11, 2026713 7th St, Rapid City, SD 57701

An enchanting evening is on its way… where glamour meets compassion and magic fills the night.

Something elegant.

Something meaningful.

Something unforgettable.

Mark your calendar and get ready for a night that will leave you talking long after the lights fade.

Hops & Hogs Beer & Bacon Festival
2026-05-15 - 2026-05-16 | City of Deadwood, Deadwood , United States
Craft beer lovers will enjoy Deadwood’s finest at this festival!

Tickets Now Available!

Enjoy craft beer paired with samples of unique bacon dishes.

GENERAL ADMISSION TICKETS ARE SATURDAY ONLY (MAY 16th).

General admission tickets for Saturday are $60 and limited to 300.

Those attendees 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.

MUST BE 21+.AGE WILL BE VERIFIED AT REGISTRATION.

TICKETS AVAILABLE FOR PURCHASE DURING REGISTRATION WHILE SUPPLIES LAST.

All General Admission ticket holders must come through registration at the Deadwood Welcome Center (501 Main St) on Saturday from 11 am-3 pm to pick up items and be age verified.

VIP tickets for Friday & Saturday are $110 and limited to 100.

VIP Ticket holders may register at the Deadwood Tobacco Co., Friday at 6 p.m.

You cannot pick up credentials for others in your party who are not present
Registration will be 6 pm on Friday (VIP) and 11 am-3 pm on Saturday (VIP & GA).

Tasting Hours:
Friday, May 15: VIP ONLY – 6 pmSaturday, May 16: VIP & GA Noon-6 pm
Open container will be in effect during this event on Saturday from noon to 10 pm.

Whiskey Rodeo Classic
2026-05-22, 2026-05-23, 2026-05-24 | Hot Springs County Fairgrounds Thermoplois, 627 Springview St, Thermopolis, WY, United States
Whiskey Rodeo Classic will have 9 Events of energy packed Competition:
Bull Riders from across the plains will battle out the badest Bulls of Wyoming to claim the Crown!
Bareback Riders will show their skills on the wildest rides while the Saddle Bronc Riders, hold on for craziest seat on 4 hoofs.
RANCH BRONC Riders, will come out to show they are the Rankest Cowboys and Girls out there.
The Team Roping pares show the talent and skill it takes to be a cowboy, as the Mixed Team Ropers will show that everything the cowboys do so can the Cowgirls!
Tie-Down Ropers, will battle it out to see who the badest in the land really is!
Speed skill and the will of a amazing horse the Barrel Racers will be streaking to the finish line.
Finally the some of the best ropers in the world completed in the Break-a-way Roping!
After all the action dance the night away to Joe Cheyenne or Kenny Feidler, CeCe and the Cowboy Killers!

The Hot Springs County Fairgrounds and Rodeo Center in Thermopolis, Wyoming, is a premier venue designed to showcase western tradition and community spirit.
With a full-sized rodeo arena equipped with modern chutes, pens, and spectator seating, it’s built to host high-energy rodeo action and large-scale events.
The grounds also feature livestock facilities, exhibition halls, and meeting spaces, making it a versatile hub for the Whiskey Rodeo Classic & Concert.
It’s scenic setting in the heart of Hot Springs County creates an authentic Wyoming backdrop that perfectly blends tradition with entertainment.

Black Hills Motorcycle Show
2026-05-23 | City of Deadwood, Deadwood , United States
South Dakota’s premier motorcycle show!

Family-friendly motorcycle show attended and judged by some of the best builders in the country.

Celebrate Memorial Day Weekend in the heart of Deadwood at the Deadwood Mountain Grand. Saturday, May 23 from 11am-7pm.

$5 Entry | Kids 13 and Under are FREE
Kids Zone with activities for children
Food, drinks and live entertainmen

Wild Bill Days
2026-06-19 - 2026-06-21 | City of Deadwood, Deadwood , United States
Wild Bill Days, June 19-21, 2026

Celebrate the life and times of Deadwood’s most famous gunslinger—Wild Bill Hickok at Wild Bill Days.

See your favorite bands perform live concerts all weekend long. Along with the awesome free concerts, you can shop a unique vendor market, learn the ways of the Old West through demonstrations and reenactments, watch (or participate in) a classic car auction, and learn the tricks of gold panning and sluicing from Northern Hills Prospectors!

Book Your Room Today! ** All times are subject to change due to weather or technical issues. Thank you for understanding.

2026 SCHEDULE DETAILS BELOW*Subject to Change*
Live Music – Friday and Saturday
Friday, June 19:
1 – 2 P.M. • FREE Concert | TBAOn the Main Street Stage2 – 3 P.M. • Tyler BillsOn the Main Street Stage3 – 5 P.M. • FREE Concert | JJ Kent & FriendsOn the Main Street Stage6:30 P.M. • FREE Concert at Outlaw Square | Jessica LoobeyOn the Sue Lundberg Stage8 P.M. • FREE Concert at Outlaw Square | Aaron WatsonOn the Sue Lundberg Stage

Saturday, June 20:
1 – 2 P.M.• FREE Concert | TBAOn the Main Street Stage2 – 3 P.M.• FREE Concert | TBAOn the Main Street Stage3 – 5 P.M.• FREE Concert | Lonely RangersOn the Main Street Stage6:30 P.M. • FREE Concert at Outlaw Square | Johnny Hastings2025 Wild West Songwriter Festival Winner8 P.M. • FREE Concert at Outlaw Square | Brandon JonesOn the Sue Lundberg Stage

Downtown Art Festival – Friday and Saturday, 10 am – 8 pm

Main Street will also host a downtown art festival featuring unique vendors and your favorite Deadwood businesses. Don’t miss the local business “bump outs” up and down Main Street for a truly local experience. Food and beverage vending on Main Street will also be provided by local businesses, offering an array of delicious treats!

WE WANT YOU!

We want you to be a part of Deadwood’s Wild Bill Days Celebration on June 19th and 20th! We are seeking unique art and craft vendors to fill 10×10 vendor spaces on Main St during our second annual Wild Bill Days Vendor Market and Art Festival.

Vendor spaces are $100 for the weekend. Limited spaces with power will be available for an extra $40. Set up time will be from 6am to 9:30am on Friday June 19th and selling hours will be from 10am to 8pm each day. Overnight security will be provided, so vendors will not need to fully tear down on Friday night.

Vendors will be responsible for providing all tents, tables, signage, displays, ect. No vehicles will be allowed in the vending area, so all supplies and goods will need to be transported from the staging areas by hand or with assistance from event staff.
Download the vendor application HERE! Please complete and send to jesse@deadwood.org

Deadwood Alive Schedule For Wild Bill Days
Friday, June 19:Noon – Deadwood Alive Interactive Family Fun Show – FREE on the Small Main Street Stage
1 pm – Shooting of Wild Bill – Saloon No. 10
2 pm – Deadwood Alive Shootout – In front of the Franklin Hotel
3 pm – Shooting of Wild Bill – Saloon No. 10
4 pm- Deadwood Alive Shootout – In front of the Franklin Hotel
Saturday, June 20:Noon – Deadwood Alive Interactive Family Fun Show – FREE on the Small Main Street Stage
1 pm – Shooting of Wild Bill – Saloon No. 10
2 pm – Deadwood Alive Shootout – In front of the Franklin Hotel
3 pm – Shooting of Wild Bill – Saloon No. 10
4 pm- Deadwood Alive Shootout – In front of the Franklin Hotel
Regularly scheduled times will be altered for the event.
Old West Demonstrations

Friday, June 19:
10 am – 8 pm – Gold Panning & Sluicing – Historic Main Street
10am – 8pm – Tipi display with presentations on Native American Culture and more
Saturday, June 20
10 am – 8 pm – Gold Panning & Sluicing – Historic Main Street
10am – 8pm – Tipi display with presentations on Native American Culture and more
Days of ’76 Museum Wagon Display
The Days of ’76 Museum will feature an authentic wagon display on Main Street, showcasing a stagecoach and a chuckwagon for photo ops. Plus, get hands-on with historical demonstrations from Deadwood History Inc. staff. Friday and Saturday, 10 am – 8 pm on Historic Main Street

History on the Lawn: The Summer of 1876 – Author Chris Wimmer presents his book The Summer of 1876, charting Deadwood’s first six months and placing its early history in the context of the remarkable events shaping the nation at the same time.

A book signing will follow the presentation. Bring a lunch and enjoy the Historic Adams House lawn; 12:00 noon; free for members and $5 for non-members. In case of rain, the lecture will be moved to the Homestake Adams Research and Cultural Center (HARCC).
Wild Bill Days Collector Car & Memorabilia Auction

Saturday, June 20, beginning at 10 am • This 11th annual auction is held inside Deadwood Mt. Grand’s event center. McPherson Auction is planning to sell nearly 75 high-quality and unique classic cars and memorabilia! Do you have a car you’d like to list? Contact McPherson Auction & Realty at 605-348-1369. Classic Car Auction check-in is from noon to 5 pm on Friday, June 19, in Deadwood Mountain Grand’s parking garage on the lower level. CLICK HERE for ONLINE BIDDING.

Visit www.mcphersonauction.com for more information.

WILD BILL DAYS CLASSIC CAR & MEMORABILIA AUCTION – DEADWOOD,SD – LIVE AUCTION w/ONLINE BIDDING AVAILABLE – McPherson Auction and Realty Company

Sunday, June 21:
– 10 A.M. • Guided Father’s Day HikeJT Fuller Memorial Trail leaving from the Broken Boot. Hosted by Friends of Deadwood Trails

– 10 A.M. – 2 P.M. • Deadwood Trails Information StationThe Deadwood Trails Group will be on site between 10am and 2pm handing maps with two different routes, one shorter out and back and a longer loop, both originating from the Broken Boot, if you would like to hike the trails on your own time and pace.
– All Day • Free Admission for Dads
To the Adams Museum, and the Days of ‘76 MuseumTreasures, Trash for Cash – Annual Citywide Yard Sale
Monument Health Deadwood Hospital is accepting addresses for the Annual Citywide Yard Sale, “Treasures, Trash for Cash”.

The event will take place Saturday, June 20th, 2026, from 7 am – 2 pm for the residents of Deadwood, Central City, and Lead. This one-day event is a simultaneous yard sale that gives residents, organizations, and businesses the opportunity to increase their potential customers by having a coordinated date and advertising campaign. Maps with addresses and site locations will be printed and available by the Black Hills Pioneer the week of Saturday, June 20th, 2026.

Open Container Times: Friday Noon-10pm,Saturday Noon-10pm PENDING CITY COMMISSION APPROVAL • In Official Cups Only • Only in Designated Areas

Kool Deadwood Nites
2026-08-18 - 2026-08-23 | City of Deadwood, Deadwood , United States
Kool Deadwood Nites brings car lovers together for SIX days full of classic cars, classic music and classic fun. It’s a 50’s and 60’s sock hop – Deadwood style.
Enjoy a parade, show and shine and FREE concerts on Main Street featuring the biggest names in rock ‘n roll history. 2026 – We’re starting the event a day early!
We’ll be announcing an entertainment and activity schedule for Tuesday soon. Plus, new additions to Wednesday’s activities for classic car owners.

Oktoberfest
2026-10-02 - 2026-10-03 | City of Deadwood, Deadwood , United States
Join us in Deadwood as we celebrate Oktoberfest in the Wild West!

Enjoy our new German Car Show, a poker run with prizes, free food, and dancing. Bring the whole family and join us for the now famous “Wiener Dog Races” and Beer Barrel Games!

This event is sponsored in part by the Deadwood Chamber, Budweiser, MIDCO and KEVN Black Hills Fox TV.

SCHEDULE: TBD

Songwriters Festival
2026-10-15 - 2026-10-17 | SD
Dubbed one of the “best live music festivals for fans” and one of the “top ten songwriter’s festivals you don’t want to miss”

The three-day event will feature FREE performances by songwriters that have produced or co-written hits for artists such as Keith Urban, Miranda Lambert, Dierks Bentley, Reba McEntire, Linda Ronstadt, Faith Hill, Kenny Chesney, Garth Brooks and many more.

Saturday, Oct. 17
National Songwriters’ Showcase at Deadwood Mountain Grand’s Event Center beginning at 8:30 pm featuring many of the national writers performing, as well as top-placing regional songwriters.

The Songwriter’s Showcase has a $10 cover charge at the door.

For more information, email info@dmgrand.com.
