WEDNESDAY, JUNE 25
Protests
Rally in support of peace and the Pride community, 4:30-5:30 p.m., City Hall, Rapid City. Hosted by Indivisible Rapid City. Information: facebook.com/rapidcityindivisible
Special events
"Hire the Hills" hiring event, noon-2 p.m., conference room, Department of Labor and Regulation Rapid City Job Service, Rapid City. Free. Job seekers can meet with employers, apply for jobs, and potentially interview on-site. Businesses participating include Amazon, Coca-Cola High Country, Dakota Mill & Grain, Integrity Global Logistics LLC, Lamb Painting, Peaceful Pines Senior Living, Pennington County, Qdoba Mexican Eats, Rapid City Area Schools, Rapid City Transit, Rural America Initiatives, Western Construction, and WL Plastics. Infrormation or help with resumes/cover letters: 605-394-2296. View job openings before the event: southdakotaworks.org.
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20th Annual Guns n’ Hoses Blood Drive, 11 a.m.-5 p.m., Uptown Rapid near Famous Footwear, Rapid City. Donors can give blood in honor of Team Law or Team Fire to help their team take home the trophy. Nonprofit blood services provider Vitalant is asking all eligible donors to donate blood. More blood donors are especially needed in June to prevent a summer shortage. Make an appointment to donate: vitalant.org/gnh or 877-25-VITAL (877-258-4825).
Fundraisers
Abbott House capital campaign kickoff event, 5 p.m., Hyatt Place Downtown, Rapid City. Social 5-5:30 p.m., program 5:30-6:30 p.m. Community members, businesses, and supporters are invited to learn more about Abbott House's $2.5 million campaign to build two new Rapid City foster homes. RSVP or more information: Beth-Anne Ferley, bethannef@abbotthousesd.com or 605-484-7145.
Performances
"Madagascar Jr: A Musical Adventure," 7 p.m., Historic Homestake Opera House, Lead. Featuring a cast of Black Hills area children and youth, the Dreamworks animated film comes to life in this lively stage adaptation. Tickets $5-$15. Tickets and information: homestakeoperahouse.org/events/madagascar-jr
Live music
Rapid City Municipal Band presents a concert in the park, 8-9 p.m., Memorial Park band shell, Rapid City. Free; bring your own lawn chair.
Music on Main: Black Hills Soul, 6-8 p.m., Rally Point, Sturgis
Tristen Schofield & Drive by Night, 6:30 p.m., Outlaw Square, Deadwood. Free.
THURSDAY, JUNE 26
Special events
All Aboard Northwest: Returning Passenger Trains to a Station Near You -- Why and How, 6-8 p.m., The Hive Rapid City, Main Street Square, Rapid City. Free; seating is limited. To secure a seat, email callie@visitrapidcity.com. Be a part of the next generation of transportation for Rapid City. Join All Aboard Northwest to discuss the FRA Amtrak Long-Distance Service Study. Learn about the current state of the Amtrak routes, the benefits of long-distance rail service to our communities, and the opportunities to expand service to South Dakota. Representatives from All Aboard Northwest & Greater Northwest Passenger Rail Coalition will present their vision at 6:30 p.m. with an opportunity for Q&A afterwards.
20th Annual Guns n’ Hoses Blood Drive, 8 a.m.-2 p.m., Uptown Rapid near Famous Footwear, Rapid City. Donors can give blood in honor of Team Law or Team Fire to help their team take home the trophy. Nonprofit blood services provider Vitalant is asking all eligible donors to donate blood. More blood donors are especially needed in June to prevent a summer shortage. Make an appointment to donate: vitalant.org/gnh or 877-25-VITAL (877-258-4825).
Wu's Wong Weekend, 1-9 p.m., Mr. Wu's, Deadwood. Free; for adults 21 and older. Dedication of statue honoring outstanding Chinese immigrant Wong Fee Lee, 3 p.m. Wu's Wong Weekend is a festival honoring the Wong family and the rich Chinese heritage of Deadwood, with Kung Fu Lion Dances and live music.
Hidden Treasure Heritage Festival 2025 -- Women Who Lead, sponsored by Historic Lead. Roberta Robertson Poetry Art Contest, 5-7 p.m., Lead-Deadwood Arts Center, Lead. Evening reception with artists interpreting poetry into art pieces. Complete schedule and information: facebook.com/HistoricLead
Books on Tap, 6 p.m., Brews & BBQ (formerly Knuckle Brewing Co.), Sturgis. Sponsored by Sturgis Public Library for readers 21 and older. Topic: Voices from Around the World. Read a book written by an author form another country and share your thoughts.
Performances
"Madagascar Jr: A Musical Adventure," 7 p.m., Historic Homestake Opera House, Lead. Featuring a cast of Black Hills area children and youth, the Dreamworks animated film comes to life in this lively stage adaptation. Tickets $5-$15. Tickets and information: homestakeoperahouse.org/events/madagascar-jr
Belle Fourche Area Community Theatre presents "Charlie and the Chocolate Factory," 7 p.m., Belle Fourche Rec Center Auditorium, Belle Fourche. Roald Dahl's beloved story about the world of pure imagination in Willy Wonka's chocolate factory comes to life in this musical. Only 350 tickets sold for each performance. Tickets and information: bellefourcheact.com/shows/roald-dahls-charlie-and-the-chocolate-factory/
Black Hills Works' Flutter Productions presents "The Carnival of the Animals," 7:30 p.m., Studio Theater, Performing Arts Center, Rapid City. This family-friendly, all-abilities show is a whimsical zoological adventure through 14 enchanting musical movements that playfully animate a diverse array of creatures from museums, zoos, and circuses. Tickets $25 students, $27 adults. Tickets and information: performingartsrc.org or 605-394-1786
Live music
Northern Hills Community Band concert, 7 p.m., Spearfish City Park, Spearfish. Free; bring your own lawn chairs or seating. Concert program will feature variety of marches, show tunes and patriotic music. Information: northernhillscommunityband.com
Lucas Olson acoustic set, 6-8 p.m., Murphy's Pub and Grill, Rapid City
Dance with live music, 1-3:30 p.m., Minneluzahan Senior Center, Rapid City. $5 per person. Information: 605-394-1887
Johnny Hastings Trio, 7-9 p.m., Tinderbox, Rapid City
Open acoustic bluegrass jam, 6:30-8:30 p.m., The Gaslight Restaurant and Saloon, Rockerville
FRIDAY, JUNE 27
Special events
Workshop for nonprofits: Building Sustainable Programs, 11 a.m.-2 p.m., Black Hills Energy, Rapid City. Free; register at innovnp.com/npc-blackhills. Topics include program design, administrative plans, best practices for documentation, development of collaboration service models and more. Suitable for launching a new initiative or strengthening an existing program. Sponsored by United Way of the Black Hills.
20th Annual Guns n’ Hoses Blood Drive, 8 a.m.-2 p.m., Uptown Rapid near Famous Footwear, Rapid City. Donors can give blood in honor of Team Law or Team Fire to help their team take home the trophy. Nonprofit blood services provider Vitalant is asking all eligible donors to donate blood. More blood donors are especially needed in June to prevent a summer shortage. Make an appointment to donate: vitalant.org/gnh or 877-25-VITAL (877-258-4825).
Wu's Wong Weekend, 1-9 p.m., Mr. Wu's, Deadwood. Free; for adults 21 and older. Wu's Wong Weekend is a festival honoring the Wong family and the rich Chinese heritage of Deadwood, with Kung Fu Lion Dances and live music.
Hidden Treasure Heritage Festival 2025 -- Women Who Lead, sponsored by Historic Lead. Depression-Era Poetry Meets Contemporary Artists, 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Lead-Deadwood Arts Center; Heritage Pasty and Wine Experience, 5:30 p.m., Roundhouse, Lead. Complete schedule and information: facebook.com/HistoricLead
Bingo, 1-3:30 p.m., Canyon Lake Activity Center dining room, Rapid City. Doors open 12:30 p.m. $1 per card. 50/50 and extra games available.
48th annual Main Street Arts and Crafts Festival, noon-6 p.m., Centennial Park, Hot Springs. Artisans, handmade crafts, music, food, entertainment, kids' activities. Demonstrations of demonstrations of spinning, weaving, knitting, felting and crocheting by Fall River Fibers. Information: main-street-arts-and-crafts.org
Performances
Seraphim Theatrical Entertainment presents "The Seraphim Radio Hour," 7 p.m., 1124 Kansas City St., Rapid City. Each show is an evening of live performances done in the style of radio plays of yesteryear with scripts from past given new life by Seraphim's cast. Information: facebook.com/SeraphimTheatricalEntertainment
Black Hills Works' Flutter Productions presents "The Carnival of the Animals," 7:30 p.m., Studio Theater, Performing Arts Center, Rapid City. This family-friendly, all-abilities show is a whimsical zoological adventure through 14 enchanting musical movements that playfully animate a diverse array of creatures from museums, zoos, and circuses. Tickets $25 students, $27 adults. Tickets and information: performingartsrc.org or 605-394-1786
Belle Fourche Area Community Theatre presents "Charlie and the Chocolate Factory," 7 p.m., Belle Fourche Rec Center Auditorium, Belle Fourche. Roald Dahl's beloved story about the world of pure imagination in Willy Wonka's chocolate factory comes to life in this musical. Only 350 tickets sold for each performance. Tickets and information: bellefourcheact.com/shows/roald-dahls-charlie-and-the-chocolate-factory/
Live music
Black Hills Bluegrass and Barbeque Festival, hosted by the Black Hills Bluegrass Association, Elk Creek Resort and Campground, Piedmont. Music lineup includes professional bands and local talent. Tickets and complete festival schedule: blackhillsbluegrass.org
Vintage Blue, 6 p.m., patio at Elks Lodge and Golf Course, Rapid City
Darin French, 8-10 p.m., Tinderbox, Rapid City
Summer music series: Nervous Turtles, 5-7 p.m., Firehouse Wine Cellars, Rapid City
Bottom Line, 6:30-8:30 p.m., HTR Black Hills Resort on Hwy. 16, Rapid City. Bring your own lawn chairs and beverages.
Summer concert series: Camp Comfort with High Rise Opening, 6 p.m., Prairie Dog Taproom, Hill City
Jessica Loobey, 6-9 p.m., downtown Spearfish. Food, beer, crafts, and activities for kids.
SATURDAY, JUNE 28
Special events
11th annual Pride in the Park, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Memorial Park, Rapid City. Drag performances 10-11:30 a.m.; live music by Dos Mustachos, noon-2 p.m., Camp Comfort 2-4 p.m.; food trucks. Information: bhcfe.org
2025 Strider Cup, 5-9 p.m., Main Street Square, Rapid City. Strider Cup races are top-tier national events for kids ages 2-4 of all skill levels. All races exclusively for Genuine Strider Bikes. Register by June 26; pick up packets and tech inspection, 3-7 p.m., June 27, Strider Bikes HQ, Rapid City. Race schedule and information: StriderBikes.com/Strider-Cup, eventmgt@striderbikes.com or 605-342-0266
Cars and Coffee BH 25, 9-11 a.m., Counts of the Cobblestone Car Club clubhouse (5301 Peaceful Pines Road), Rapid City. All makes, models and ages of vehicles welcome. Tour the clubhouse. Fancy Coffee food truck on site. Information: countscarclub.com
Saturday Night Alive Christian singles, 6 p.m., Dinosaur Park, Rapid City. Bring your own brown bag lunch. Information and/or directions: Denver, 913-777-9137
Wu's Wong Weekend, 1-9 p.m., Mr. Wu's, Deadwood. Free; for adults 21 and older. Wu's Wong Weekend is a festival honoring the Wong family and the rich Chinese heritage of Deadwood, with Kung Fu Lion Dances and live music.
Monsters of Destruction monster truck racing, pit party 5:30 p.m. and show 7:30 p.m., Days of 76 Event Complex, Deadwood. Tickets adults (ages 13 and older) $25; kids 3-12 $15. Tickets $5 more day of show at the gate. Tickets and information: MonstersofDestruction.com
Hidden Treasure Heritage Festival 2025 -- Women Who Lead, sponsored by Historic Lead. Depression-Era Poetry Meets Contemporary Artists, 9 a.m.-5 p.m., Lead-Deadwood Arts Center; Women Who Lead and Civilized the Hills, 9 a.m.-7 p.m., Homestake Opera House; guided walking tour, 9 a.m.; hidden gems scavenger hunt, 10 a.m.; historic home tours; English tea party, 11 a.m.-1 p.m., Dr. Ravell Home; organ performance, 2 p.m., Christ Church; Women of the Underground reception, 5 p.m. and Night at the Opera House, 7 p.m., Homestake Opera House, Lead. Complete schedule and information: facebook.com/HistoricLead
48th annual Main Street Arts and Crafts Festival, 10 a.m.-6 p.m., Centennial Park, Hot Springs. Artisans, handmade crafts, music, food, entertainment, kids' activities. "Sheep to shawl" demonstrations by Fall River Fibers -- sheep shearing 10 a.m. and 1 p.m. followed by cleaning, carding, spinning and weaving of wool fiber into a shawl. Shawl will be auctioned in August to benefit local 4-H fiber arts programs and fleece premiums. Flint knapping demonstrations turning stone into flints and tools with "Flint Knapper Jim," 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Information: main-street-arts-and-crafts.org
Fundraisers
Rhinestone Cowboy pop-up party, 6 p.m. GenPro Energy Pavilion, Central States Fairgrounds, Rapid City. Tickets $100; tickets and information: performingartsrc.org/pop-up-party/ or call 605-394-1786. Design your own table decorations for eight and themed picnic dinner to match this year's Rhinestone Cowboy theme. Think glitz, grit, glitter, denim, and wild west flair. Raffles for wine; live and silent auctions for experiences such as fly fishing, cooking classes, and overnight stays. Contests for best costume and decor. Proceeds benefit the Performing Arts Center of Rapid City and its coalition members (Black Hills Community Theatre, Black Hills Symphony Orchestra, Rapid City Children’s Chorus, and more.)
Third annual Black Hills Raptor Center benefit ride and poker run, Black Hills Raptor Center, Caputa. Registration, food trucks, see avian ambassadors, 9 a.m.; 137-mile loop ride and poker run, 10 a.m.; drawing of poker hands and prizes, 4 p.m., Raptor Center. Requested donations to participate: $10 per bike, $20 per car. Poker hands $10 each or three for $25. All proceeds help construct Treatment Center at Black Hills Raptor Center. Information: 605-519-2008 or blackhillsraptorcenter.org
Family Fun Fair, 10 a.m.-6 p.m., Outlaw Square, Deadwood. Wristbands $5. Bouncy house, lawn games, live music, concessions and ice cream, cotton candy, tie-dye, story time and more. Proceeds benefit Northern Hills Alliance for Children.
Hiking/outdoor events
Yoga in the Park, 9-10 a.m., Founders Park, Rapid City. Free; bring your own yoga mat and water. No pre-registration required. Sponsored by the YMCA of Rapid City.
Soulful Saturdays: A Children's Summer Wellness Series, 9-10 a.m., behind Sioux Park playground, Rapid City. For kids ages 4-12. Free. Yoga and breathwork classes to help kids learn healthy emotional self-regulation, strengthen confidence and resilience, and Mindful Momma Movement Class and Momma Support Circle for mothers. Sponsored by The Healing Collective. Information: healingcollectivebh.com
Performances
Belle Fourche Area Community Theatre presents "Charlie and the Chocolate Factory," 7 p.m., Belle Fourche Rec Center Auditorium, Belle Fourche. Roald Dahl's beloved story about the world of pure imagination in Willy Wonka's chocolate factory comes to life in this musical. Only 350 tickets sold for each performance. Tickets and information: bellefourcheact.com/shows/roald-dahls-charlie-and-the-chocolate-factory/
Black Hills Works' Flutter Productions presents "The Carnival of the Animals," 2 and 7:30 p.m., Studio Theater, Performing Arts Center, Rapid City. This family-friendly, all-abilities show is a whimsical zoological adventure through 14 enchanting musical movements that playfully animate a diverse array of creatures from museums, zoos, and circuses. Tickets $25 students, $27 adults. Tickets and information: performingartsrc.org or 605-394-1786
Live music
Black Hills Bluegrass and Barbeque Festival, hosted by the Black Hills Bluegrass Association, Elk Creek Resort and Campground, Piedmont. Music lineup includes professional bands and local talent. Tickets and complete festival schedule: blackhillsbluegrass.org
Eliza Blue in concert, 7 p.m., Historic Homestake Opera House, Lead. Blue is a South Dakota writer, folk musician, and shepherd. All ages show. Tickets $5 to $25. Tickets and information: homestakeoperahouse.org/events/eliza-blue-in-concert
Big Ivory Ticklers dueling pianos, 8 p.m., The Park, Rapid City.
Dance with live music, 7:30-10:30 p.m., Viking Hall gym, Canyon Lake Activity Center, Rapid City. Alcohol and smoke-free environment; refreshments provided.
Darin French, 8-10 p.m., Tinderbox, Rapid City
Summer concert series: John King and three-piece band, 7 p.m., Prairie Dog Taproom, Hill City
SUNDAY, JUNE 29
Special events
48th annual Main Street Arts and Crafts Festival, 10 a.m.-3 p.m., Centennial Park, Hot Springs. Artisans, handmade crafts, music, food, entertainment, kids' activities. Fall River Fibers sponsors kids' make-and-take lucet braiding, weaving and finger crochet. Information: main-street-arts-and-crafts.org
Monsters of Destruction monster truck racing, pit party noon and show 2 p.m., Days of 76 Event Complex, Deadwood. Tickets adults (ages 13 and older) $25; kids 3-12 $15. Tickets $5 more day of show at the gate. Tickets and information: MonstersofDestruction.com
Performances
Black Hills Playhouse presents "Legally Blonde: The Musical," 2 p.m., Black Hills Playhouse, Custer State Park. Elle Woods appears to have it all. Her life is turned upside down when her boyfriend Warner dumps her so he can attend Harvard Law School. Determined to get him back, Elle ingeniously charms her way into the prestigious law school. Rated PG -- recommended for youths ages 10 and older and adults. Tickets and information: blackhillsplayhouse.com/legally-blonde
Belle Fourche Area Community Theatre presents "Charlie and the Chocolate Factory," 3 p.m., Belle Fourche Rec Center Auditorium, Belle Fourche. Roald Dahl's beloved story about the world of pure imagination in Willy Wonka's chocolate factory comes to life in this musical. Only 350 tickets sold for each performance. Tickets and information: bellefourcheact.com/shows/roald-dahls-charlie-and-the-chocolate-factory/
Black Hills Works' Flutter Productions presents "The Carnival of the Animals," 2 p.m., Studio Theater, Performing Arts Center, Rapid City. This family-friendly, all-abilities show is a whimsical zoological adventure through 14 enchanting musical movements that playfully animate a diverse array of creatures from museums, zoos, and circuses. Tickets $25 students, $27 adults. Tickets and information: performingartsrc.org or 605-394-1786
Live music
Black Hills Bluegrass and Barbeque Festival, hosted by the Black Hills Bluegrass Association, Elk Creek Resort and Campground, Piedmont. Music lineup includes professional bands and local talent for Sunday morning gospel music show. Tickets and complete festival schedule: blackhillsbluegrass.org
Alex Massa Quartet, 1 p.m., Jolly Lane Greenhouse, Rapid City
Celebration of Strings concert, 3 p.m., Calvary Lutheran Church, Rapid City. Featuring performances by top local strings students and Maya Anjali Buchanan.
MONDAY, JUNE 30
Special events
Measles vaccination clinic, 8:30 a.m.-noon, Belle Fourche Public Health Office, Belle Fourche. Sponsored by South Dakota Department of Health.
Summer Rapid City Chess Club, 4-6 p.m., Community Room, second floor, Rapid City Public Library, Rapid City. Free; open to all ages.
"Medicare Monday," educational session for current and soon-to-be-eligible Medicare beneficiaries, 5:30 p.m., Canyon Lake Activity Center, Rapid City. Free. Presented by Dean Henzlik, a certified senior advisor.
TUESDAY, JULY 1
Holiday events
U.S. Air Force Academy Band presents "America the Beautiful: A Fourth of July Celebration Concert," 7 p.m., Hermann Park, Belle Fourche. Free.
WEDNESDAY, JULY 2
Special events
Measles vaccination clinic, 8:30 a.m.-noon, Fall River Public Health Office, Hot Springs. Sponsored by South Dakota Department of Health.
Live music
Rapid City Municipal Band presents a concert in the park, 8-9 p.m., Memorial Park band shell, Rapid City. Free; bring your own lawn chair.
Music on Main: Concrete Cowboys, 6-8 p.m., Rally Point, Sturgis. Free.
Zeona Road, 6:30 p.m., Outlaw Square, Deadwood. Free.
THURSDAY, JULY 3
Special events
Measles vaccination clinic, 8:30 a.m.-noon, Custer County Public Health Office, Custer. Sponsored by South Dakota Department of Health.
Armchair Travelers Book Club, noon-1 p.m., Sturgis Public Library, Sturgis. This will be a planning meeting to decide what to read and discuss for the rest of 2025. All readers welcome. If you can't attend the meeting, send book suggestions to dapulscher@gmail.com
Fundraisers
Friends of the Piedmont Valley Library Annual 4th of July Book Sale, 9 a.m.-5 p.m., Piedmont Valley Library, Piedmont. Proceeds support Piedmont Valley Library.
Live music
Open acoustic bluegrass jam, 6:30-8:30 p.m., The Gaslight Restaurant and Saloon, Rockerville
Alex Massa Group, 6 p.m., Chapel in the Hills, Rapid City
Brad Johnson, 7-9 p.m., Tinderbox, Rapid City
FRIDAY, JULY 4
Independence Day
Holiday events
25th annual Fourth of July parade, Spearfish. B-1 flyover, 12:15 p.m., followed by parade. Parade route North Avenue to Main Street to Grant Avenue. Register to participate or information: SpearfishChamber.org
Rapid City Municipal Band presents a concert before Rapid City fireworks display, 8 p.m., Memorial Park band shell, Rapid City. Free; bring your own lawn chair.
Friends of the Piedmont Valley Library Annual 4th of July Book Sale, bake sale and silent auction, 9 a.m.-1 p.m., Piedmont Valley Library, Piedmont. Proceeds support Piedmont Valley Library.
Special events
Live Like Cash Skate, Scoot and Bike Competition, 11 a.m., Manuel Skate Park, Lead. Registration 9:30 a.m. All ages welcome. Bikes, scooters and other prizes. Suggested $20 donation will benefit kids in the Northern Hills. Information: Live Like Cash Promotions Facebook page.
Movie night: "The Sandlot," 7 p.m., Outlaw Square, Deadwood. Free.
Live music
Johnny Hastings Trio, 8-10 p.m., Tinderbox, Rapid City
SATURDAY, JULY 5
Fundraisers
Friends of the Piedmont Valley Library Annual 4th of July Book Sale, 9 a.m.-1 p.m., Piedmont Valley Library, Piedmont. Proceeds support Piedmont Valley Library.
Live music
Dance with live music by Easy Sounds, 7:30-10:30 p.m., Viking Hall gym, Canyon Lake Activity Center, Rapid City. Admission $7. Alcohol and smoke-free environment; refreshments provided.
Johnny Hastings Trio, 8-10 p.m., Tinderbox, Rapid City
MONDAY, JULY 7
Special events
Measles vaccination clinic, 8:30 a.m.-noon, Belle Fourche Public Health Office, Belle Fourche. Sponsored by South Dakota Department of Health.
Movie night: "Wicked" (sing-along version), 7 p.m., Outlaw Square, Deadwood. Free.
"Medicare Monday," educational session for current and soon-to-be-eligible Medicare beneficiaries, 5:30 p.m., Canyon Lake Activity Center, Rapid City. Free. Presented by Dean Henzlik, a certified senior advisor.
TUESDAY, JULY 8
Special events
Alzheimer's Association Dementia caregiver support group, 9:30-11 a.m., Black Hills Center for Aging, Rapid City. Anyone caring for a loved one with Alzheimer's Disease or any other dementia whether at home, assisted living, or long-term care is welcome. Information: 605-339-4543
WEDNESDAY, JULY 9
Special events
Measles vaccination clinic, 1-4 p.m., One Stop Shop, Rapid City. Sponsored by South Dakota Department of Health.
Measles vaccination clinic, 8:30-10 a.m. and 2:30-4:30 p.m., Sturgis Public Health Office, Sturgis. Sponsored by South Dakota Department of Health.
Live music
Rapid City Municipal Band presents a concert in the park, 8-9 p.m., Memorial Park band shell, Rapid City. Free; bring your own lawn chair.
Music on Main: Johnny Hastings and Stillhouse Down, 6-8 p.m., Rally Point, Sturgis. Free.
Vince Converse, 6:30 p.m., Outlaw Square, Deadwood. Free.
THURSDAY, JULY 10
Special events
Measles vaccination clinic, 1-4 p.m., One Stop Shop, Rapid City. Sponsored by South Dakota Department of Health.
Fundraisers
Summer rummage sale, 3-6 p.m., Canyon Lake Activity Center, Rapid City. No early birds. Sale items include a little bit of everything. Proceeds support Canyon Lake Activity Center.
Live music
Open acoustic bluegrass jam, 6:30-8:30 p.m., The Gaslight Restaurant and Saloon, Rockerville
Johnny Hastings Trio, 7-9 p.m., Tinderbox, Rapid City
FRIDAY, JULY 11
Fundraisers
Summer rummage sale, 9 a.m.-1 p.m., Canyon Lake Activity Center, Rapid City. No early birds. Sale items include a little bit of everything. Proceeds support Canyon Lake Activity Center.
Live music
Jalan Crossland, 7 p.m., Dahl Arts Center, Rapid City
Darin French, 8-10 p.m., Tinderbox, Rapid City
SATURDAY, JULY 12
Special events
Friends of the Custer State Hospital Cemetery picnic, 11 a.m.-2 p.m., South Star Valley Drive (five miles south of Custer off Hwy. 385). Celebrate work to improve the cemetery and renew old friendships. The cemetery consists of 44 graves, 42 of which are where former clients at the State Hospital/SDDC-Custer and were buried between 1964 and 2011. Information: Hank, 605-440-1405 or hankfridell@gmail.com
Fundraisers
39th annual Spearfish Canyon Half Marathon/5K, 7 a.m., Savoy. Runners follow Highway 14A, Spearfish Canyon Scenic Byway, to the Spearfish City Park. Cost: $75 through July 7; $90 July 8-12. All runners must finish within three hours, 20 minutes. Proceeds benefit Northern Hills Area CASA program. Information: spearfishcanyonhalfmarathon5k.itsyourrace.com
Live music
Dance with live music by Midnight Sun, 7:30-10:30 p.m., Viking Hall gym, Canyon Lake Activity Center, Rapid City. Admission $7. Alcohol and smoke-free environment; refreshments provided.
Darin French, 8-10 p.m., Tinderbox, Rapid City
MONDAY, JULY 14
Special events
Movies on Main: "Red One," Main Street Square, Rapid City. Movie starts at dusk. Bring your own lawn chairs or blankets. Bingo, free face painting, coloring for kids before the movie. Popcorn and snacks from Elks Theatre for sale. Beverage garden for adults 21 and older.
"Medicare Monday," educational session for current and soon-to-be-eligible Medicare beneficiaries, 5:30 p.m., Canyon Lake Activity Center, Rapid City. Free. Presented by Dean Henzlik, a certified senior advisor.
Movie night: "The Nightmare Before Christmas," 7 p.m., Outlaw Square, Deadwood. Free.
TUESDAY, JULY 15
Special events
Black Hills Memory Cafe, 10-11:30 a.m., Calvary Chapel Community Church, Rapid City. Free. Memory Cafe is an opportunity for caregivers and their loved ones with dementia to enjoy social engagement with others in a similar situation. An interactive program is planned with presentations, music, trivia, time for conversation, and refreshments. Local resources and educational materials available. Information: MemoryCafeBH@gmail.com
WEDNESDAY, JULY 16
Live music
Rapid City Municipal Band presents a concert in the park, 8-9 p.m., Memorial Park band shell, Rapid City. Free; bring your own lawn chair.
Music on Main: Tanner Johns Band, 6-8 p.m., Rally Point, Sturgis. Free.
Johnny Hastings and Stillhouse Down, 6:30 p.m., Outlaw Square, Deadwood. Free.
THURSDAY, JULY 17
Live music
Open acoustic bluegrass jam, 6:30-8:30 p.m., The Gaslight Restaurant and Saloon, Rockerville
Alex Massa’s Sketchbook, 5 p.m., Lost Cabin Beer Co., Rapid City
FRIDAY, JULY 18
Special events
Bingo, 1-3:30 p.m., Canyon Lake Activity Center dining room, Rapid City. Doors open 12:30 p.m. $1 per card. 50/50 and extra games available.
Live music
Orion and Stacey Potter, 8-10 p.m., Tinderbox, Rapid City
SATURDAY, JULY 19
Special events
All-you-can-eat breakfast, 8-10 a.m., dining room, Canyon Lake Activity Center, Rapid City. $12 adults, $6 children 12 and younger. Menu: Southwest Scramble, bacon, sausage links, biscuits and sausage gravy, pancakes, orange juice and coffee.
Live music
Dance with live music by Easy Sounds, 7:30-10:30 p.m., Viking Hall gym, Canyon Lake Activity Center, Rapid City. Admission $7. Alcohol and smoke-free environment; refreshments provided.
Orion and Stacey Potter, 8-10 p.m., Tinderbox, Rapid City
MONDAY, JULY 21
Special events
Movie night: "Twisters," 7 p.m., Outlaw Square, Deadwood. Free.
"Medicare Monday," educational session for current and soon-to-be-eligible Medicare beneficiaries, 5:30 p.m., Canyon Lake Activity Center, Rapid City. Free. Presented by Dean Henzlik, a certified senior advisor.
TUESDAY, JULY 22
Special events
Measles vaccination clinic, noon-3 p.m., One Stop Shop, Spearfish. Sponsored by South Dakota Department of Health.
WEDNESDAY, JULY 23
Live music
Rapid City Municipal Band presents a concert in the park, 8-9 p.m., Memorial Park band shell, Rapid City. Free; bring your own lawn chair.
Music on Main: Mooncats, 6-8 p.m., Rally Point, Sturgis. Free.
Dakota Country, 6:30 p.m., Outlaw Square, Deadwood. Free.
THURSDAY, JULY 24
Live music
Open acoustic bluegrass jam, 6:30-8:30 p.m., The Gaslight Restaurant and Saloon, Rockerville
Alex Massa Group, 6 p.m., Chapel in the Hills, Rapid City
Johnny Hastings Trio, 7-9 p.m., Tinderbox, Rapid City
FRIDAY, JULY 25
Special events
Alzheimer's Association Dementia caregiver support group, noon-1:30 p.m., Rapid City Public Library, Rapid City. Anyone caring for a loved one with Alzheimer's Disease or any other dementia whether at home, assisted living, or long-term care is welcome. Information: 605-339-4543
Bingo, 1-3:30 p.m., Canyon Lake Activity Center dining room, Rapid City. Doors open 12:30 p.m. $1 per card. 50/50 and extra games available.
Live music
Gene Ering, 8-10 p.m., Tinderbox, Rapid City
SATURDAY, JULY 26
Live music
Danny Thornburg and The South Dakota Jazz Orchestra Summer Swing Dance, 7 p.m., Hay Camp Brewing Company outdoor stage, Rapid City
Dance with live music, 7:30-10:30 p.m., Viking Hall gym, Canyon Lake Activity Center, Rapid City. Admission $7. Alcohol and smoke-free environment; refreshments provided.
Gene Ering, 8-10 p.m., Tinderbox, Rapid City
MONDAY, JULY 28
Special events
Movie night: "Ghost Rider," 7 p.m., Outlaw Square, Deadwood. Free.
"Medicare Monday," educational session for current and soon-to-be-eligible Medicare beneficiaries, 5:30 p.m., Canyon Lake Activity Center, Rapid City. Free. Presented by Dean Henzlik, a certified senior advisor.
WEDNESDAY, JULY 30
Live music
Rapid City Municipal Band presents a concert in the park, 8-9 p.m., Memorial Park band shell, Rapid City. Free; bring your own lawn chair.
Tristen Schofield & Drive by Night, 6:30 p.m., Outlaw Square, Deadwood. Free.
THURSDAY, JULY 31
Live music
Open acoustic bluegrass jam, 6:30-8:30 p.m., The Gaslight Restaurant and Saloon, Rockerville
Arcana Kings, 7-9 p.m., Tinderbox, Rapid City
PHOTOS: Rapid City Pride parade 2025
Rapid City's 2025 Pride Parade featured a flood of floats and attendees up and down Main Street Saturday, June 7.
Scenes from the 2025 Rapid City Pride parade on Saturday, June 7 in downtown Rapid City.
