This weekend in Black Hills, SD

The Knuckle Saloon hosts the return of Rick Monroe & The Hitmen to the pavilion stage for a high-energy dose of Southern rock. Cold drinks and loud guitars set the tone as the band brings rugged, road-ready vibes. The music starts early, making it a convenient mid‑rally stop for anyone looking to cool off and keep the ride rolling.

Take part in the 24th Annual Mayor's Ride during the 86th Annual Sturgis Motorcycle Rally. The ride is led by Sturgis Mayor Rod Bradley and features 2026 Grand Marshal Tim Duffy, with the route taking you through the beautiful Black Hills. Check in in the morning, enjoy complimentary breakfast, and then head out as the ride begins in the late morning. All proceeds benefit local Sturgis charities.

Experience an outdoor yoga flow at Canyon Lake Park that honors the body’s strength, grace, and nurturing spirit. This welcoming, all-levels session features heart openers and gentle stretches to ease tension and invite calm. Suitable for beginners and longtime practitioners alike, it encourages mindful breathing, fresh air, and a grounded sense of gratitude. Participants meet by the boat dock. Bring a yoga mat, water or coffee, and wear layers to stay comfortable in the morning breeze.

Gather near the restrooms at Founders Park for She Moves, a weekly wellness walk that welcomes every age and walking pace, including kids. Connect with other women in the community while getting some steps in together.

Autism Society of the Black Hills and Whole Child Wellness present a sensory friendly swim party at the Spearfish Rec & Aquatics Center pool. It is open to anyone with sensory needs for a dedicated swim experience. Admission is a discounted $10 per person, and participants are asked to pay and register as directed by the organizers.

Cars & Coffee at The Local brings together car and motorcycle enthusiasts for a relaxed meetup where everything from classics and exotics to lifted trucks, lowered cruisers, hot rods, muscle cars, rat rods, and more are welcome. Enjoy coffee, drinks, and food while browsing an array of vehicles and striking up conversations with fellow enthusiasts. Local businesses contribute prizes and giveaways at every gathering, offering a little swag and bragging rights. Participants can display their own ride or simply take in the scene and connect with the community.

Hosted by the Rapid City Tai Chi Club, this free weekly gathering in the park takes place on Saturday mornings through the end of September. Near the creek, participants can engage in qigong exercises, standing meditation, and tai chi practice.

Country artist Randy Houser headlines the Dennis Kirk Main Stage with opening support from The Kruse Brothers. Admission is free. For an elevated experience, upgrades are available, including Chrome Club front row access, a VIP Balcony with all-you-can-drink service, and VIP Suites.

Set amid the Sturgis Motorcycle Rally, this garage-built motorcycle showcase returns to the Iron Horse Saloon, presented by Dennis Kirk. It celebrates riders who turn their own wrenches, highlighting machines assembled after hours and between family commitments, whether ground-up creations, heavily modified builds, or personal takes on mostly stock bikes. Entry is free and no pre-registration is required. Judging is handled by Cycle Source Magazine with an emphasis on craftsmanship, originality, execution, and practical, real-world choices. Awards span a broad range of classes, including stock-mod, bobber, chopper, Sportster, big twin, American, European, metric, bagger and radical bagger, performance, antique and antique radical, daily rider, most original, rat, paint, Social Media People’s Choice, and Best of Show. Class winners receive plaques and Dennis Kirk gift cards, and Best of Show earns a larger gift card, with awards presented on stage. The event is part of Dennis Kirk’s national Garage Build Program, created to support and spotlight self-made motorcycle culture, with an atmosphere that is authentic, builder-focused, and centered on mutual respect.

Get ready for an outlaw country lineup with Last Train to Juarez at Full Throttle Saloon. The show features the band’s original music plus well-known outlaw-country and country rock covers. Music starts at 12:00 PM, and tickets aren’t required for the show (there may be a cover charge at the door).

Chaos Cards and Games hosts a Pokemon League on Saturdays. For more information, contact the store.

This Magic: The Gathering The Hobbit prerelease sealed tournament features 1v1 play. It begins with deck building, then moves into three Swiss rounds with best of three matches. The Organized Play level is Regular. Entry is $45. Capacity is limited to 20 players, and in store registration reserves seats. Prizes are booster packs, with one awarded for each match win.

Bingo returns at VFW Post 1273 with an open-to-the-public game day. The lineup includes nine regular rounds with one dollar cards, and each round’s winner takes eighty percent of that round’s sales. A finale blackout round also uses one dollar cards. The blackout winner receives eighty percent of blackout sales plus an additional ten percent of the combined sales from the previous nine games. Ten percent of all sales stays with VFW Post 1273 to benefit veteran programs, community projects, and local initiatives. Food and drinks are available for purchase while players chase Bingo bragging rights.

Experience a casual organized play tournament built around weekly 1v1 core constructed play. The event uses a Swiss format with best of three matches, and space is limited to 32 participants. The entry fee is $5, and prizes may include promos, booster packs, or store credit that scale with attendance.

Enjoy a casual organized play event featuring a weekly one on one constructed tournament. The structure is Swiss with single game rounds, and participation is limited to 16 players. The entry fee is $5. Prizes scale with turnout and may include promos, booster packs, or store credit.

Rapid City's favorite, Camp Comfort, performs live at the HTR Black Hills Ampitheatre. Pack a lawn chair and bring friends. Food trucks and beverages will be available on site, and there is a $5 cover.

Sammy Hagar and Friends perform live at Full Throttle Saloon in Sturgis during the 86th Sturgis Motorcycle Rally. Options are available for cabins, RV sites, camping bundles, tickets, and VIP pit passes. Entry to all Main Stage performances requires a ticket or event wristband. Attendees 17 and under must be with an adult. The saloon bar and indoor stage are free to access, but Main Stage concerts require a valid ticket or wristband. Tickets and VIP upgrades are selling quickly.

The Dirt Road Getaway brings its signature blend of gritty outlaw country roots and a cosmic, free-spirited sound to the stage at Sidehack Saloon during the Sturgis Motorcycle Rally. This two-night run offers raw energy, powerful storytelling, and seasoned, road-tested musicianship that captures the spirit of the rally. Ride in, turn it up, and let the music lead the way.

During rally week in Sturgis, Ledfoot performs at the Loud American on Sturgis Main Street.

BKFC Fight Night Sturgis is bringing a bare-knuckle fighting card to Sturgis, featuring bouts with a mix of local and international fighters. The event is set to take place at the Legendary Sturgis Buffalo Chip, with the full fight card including cruiserweight, heavyweight, bantamweight, middleweight, welterweight, and featherweight matchups. Ticket and broadcast details may change, and streaming is available via Prime Video.

Mr Crowley’s Ozzy Experience brings a faithful, high-energy tribute to the music of Ozzy Osbourne and Black Sabbath at Glencoe Camp Resort in Sturgis, South Dakota. Promoted as one of North America’s leading Ozzy tribute acts, the show focuses on beloved hits performed with close attention to the original sound. Media outlets including the Los Angeles Times, KCAL Radio, and KNAC Radio have commended the band for its authenticity. Ticket information will be announced.

Full Throttle Saloon hosts an evening rock show featuring Limberlost. Tickets are available through Bandsintown.

Put your singing skills to the test at an event that is open to the public and welcomes anyone who wants to participate.

Experience big laughs and surprising moments as Gary Michaels, described as the world’s only biker comedy hypnotist, brings his comedy hypnosis show back to the Saloon Stage inside Iron Horse Saloon. Expect hypnotic antics mixed with humor that aims to surprise and keep the laughter flowing.

The Brian Hornbuckle Band performs live at Hog Heaven Campground in Sturgis, South Dakota.

Greenfield Pub fires up a lively karaoke party with a massive song selection and crisp, powerful sound that stands out in the Black Hills. Rally your friends, warm up your voice, and take the stage for a fun night of singalong favorites and crowd-pleasing performances.

Karaoke takes over at Joe's Place with The Business Entertainment, hosted by DJ Pauly G and Ethyr. With summer in full swing and the Sturgis Rally on the horizon, excitement is building. Take the mic, sing, and make memories to carry with you.

Get ready for a full night of karaoke at Greenfield Pub, where they dedicate every Saturday to singing. Expect a big song selection and great sound, plus a lively atmosphere to help you and your crew get warmed up and take the stage.

Hailing from Denver, Ryan Chrys & The Rough Cuts fire up the stage with a hard-charging mix of outlaw country and rock and roll. Fans who live for the spirit of Waylon Jennings, Willie Nelson, and Johnny Cash will hear that pulse running through every song. This band does more than perform, it pushes back against polished Nashville pop and brings the raw, rowdy outlaw vibe roaring back... all with a gritty rock edge.

Guided by a commitment to awareness, healing, and honoring relatives, this ride recognizes Missing and Murdered Indigenous Relatives and stands with families who continue their search for truth and justice, with healing at the center. Registration takes place at Bear Butte State Park, then participants set out together and conclude at Outlaw Square in Deadwood. The purpose is solidarity, remembrance, and resiliency.

The 20th annual Cycle Source Ride In Custom Bike Show arrives at Iron Horse Saloon - Sturgis with free entry for every make and model, and a class for every seat. More than 25 categories welcome a wide range of builds, including bobber and chopper styles, diggers and derakes, Sportster, FXR and Evo customs, Panhead, Shovelhead, Knucklehead and Flathead machines, Big Twin, Twin Cam and M8 platforms, trikes, European and Asian imports, antiques and radical creations, baggers and radical baggers, hardcore, vintage, performance and classic entries, plus most original, working man’s, best paint and the top honor of Best of Show. Photographers will be on the lookout to select standout bikes for features in Cycle Source Magazine. Best of Show receives a full magazine feature, a Paughco Springer and $5,000 in cash, with plenty of additional prizes contributed by event sponsors.

On Sundays at Robbinsdale Bowling Alley, games are $2, shoe rentals are $2, and there is a $2 discount on any food item.

This is a Magic: The Gathering Commander session presented in a multiplayer constructed, open play format. The environment welcomes both casual and competitive participants, with space capped at 32 players. Entry is $5, and each participant receives a promo and a booster pack.

Connect with adoptable cats and kittens at Petco in Rapid City. There are often more animals available than those present at the event, since some felines prefer quieter spaces, so a broader selection can be explored online as well. An adoption application and home check are required. To help the process go quickly, complete the application in advance and be ready to provide a video walk through of the main areas of your home so you may take your new family member home the same day. All adopted cats must leave in a carrier for their safety and yours. The adoption fee is $130 plus tax, it includes a prepaid Avid microchip and the service fees. Adoption fees can be paid by debit or credit card. Donations are appreciated at the event, including items from a posted wishlist, and can be made by PayPal, Venmo, cash, or card. Those interested in fostering can also submit a foster application, and a current list of available kitties can be viewed online.

Take part in a casual Pokémon Trading Card Game session featuring Play! 1v1 Constructed in an open play format. Entry is free, capacity is capped at 32 players, and promo packs will be awarded as prizes. Organized Play level is Casual.

Catch the high-energy southern rock sounds of The ShotGunBillys at Kickstands during the Sturgis Motorcycle Rally. This free concert runs from 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM on the Indoor Stage. Access note: you’ll need to be 21+ to enter Kickstands during the rally, and after 7:00 PM a Kickstands wristband admission is required to stay in the Bar and Grill/Venue area.

Jamey Johnson brings a live set to FTS, featuring vivid storytelling, powerful vocals, and emotionally rich songs that showcase why he is a celebrated figure in country music. Fans can look forward to plenty of singalong moments throughout the show.

Struggle Jennings brings his powerful live show to the Dennis Kirk Main Stage, and admission is free. Fans can opt for premium experiences, including Chrome Club front row access, a VIP Balcony with all-you-can-drink service, or private VIP Suites. A grandson of Waylon Jennings, he carries a storied lineage while carving his own path from West Nashville to the studio. His music centers on resilience, determination, and courage, and his unfiltered storytelling has built a devoted audience around the world. Since his release in 2016, he has performed for sold-out crowds nationwide and released multiple projects, reinforcing his role in the rising Outlaw hip hop rock and roll movement.

Live music takes center stage at Shipwrecks Bar & Grill, alongside food and drinks. The performance brings high energy and a festive vibe that gets the crowd dancing.

Creed Fisher performs live at Kickstands in Sturgis. The show starts at 9:00 PM.

The Travellers bring their road-tested blend of roots rock and Americana to Sidehack Saloon during the Sturgis Motorcycle Rally. With tight musicianship, high energy, and honest songwriting, they deliver a set that feels both timeless and fresh for longtime fans and first-time listeners.

Following Yungblud's set, Cordell Winter takes over for the after party at the Bikini Beach stage on the Sturgis Buffalo Chip grounds.