September 2017
Oktoberfest
Enjoy live German music, the annual Tour de Oktoberfest, free food and dancing. Bring the whole family and join us for the now famous “Wiener Dog Races" and Beer Barrel Games! This year's Polka Fest features music by Just Jim & Tammy and Julie Lee and the White Rose Band.
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Wild West Songwriter’s Festival
Join us in welcoming over 20 top songwriters and artists to Deadwood to take part in the fifth annual Wild West Songwriters Festival! This festival features free informal performances (called writer's rounds) Thursday, Friday and Saturday afternoon at various locations in Deadwood. The event includes evening events on Friday and Saturday - an America concert and a Grand Jam session.
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Make plans for the 5th annual Monster Ball on Friday, Oct. 27, 2017 with a live band, dancing and prizes; and the annual Costume Contest with more than $10,000 in cash and prizes for the best costumes on Saturday, Oct. 28, 2017. Both of these events are FREE, so come in costume or just come to watch - it is quite the sight! Must be 21 to participate.
Find out more »April 2018
Forks, Corks & Kegs
If you love fine food, wine and distinctive brews, don’t miss the 5th annual Forks, Corks and Kegs Food and Wine Festival, April 6 – 7, 2018 in Historic Deadwood. Sample a variety of beer and wine from all across the country, as well as your Black Hills favorites as you make your way to various tasting venues across town. Each location will feature their chef’s finest culinary creation paired with the perfect complimentary beverage. Then head to the granddaddy finale, a Grand…
Find out more »Deadwood’s Craft Beer Fest: Hops and Hogs
Craft beer lovers will enjoy Deadwood’s finest at the Craft Beer Fest. Friday, April 20th features exclusive tastings at locations around Deadwood from 5 p.m. to 10 p.m. Saturday, April 21st will offer 20+ locations to sample craft beers from noon to 6 p.m. New to this event, participating businesses will also be offering bacon samples to pair with your beer. Open container regulations will be lifted within the designated area from 5 – 10 p.m. on Friday and from…
Find out more »June 2018
Mickelson Trail Marathon
The Deadwood Mickelson Trail Marathon – The Most Beautiful Race You’ll Ever Run 26.2 Miles of Black Hills Beauty! Discover absolute Black Hills beauty during the annual Mickelson Trail Marathon, Half Marathon and 5 Person Marathon Relay that starts and finishes in Historic Deadwood. Race weekend starts with a Kid’s Wonderful 1K and the Mickelson Fast 5K, as well as welcome mixers and pasta buffets at various Deadwood properties. Competitors who stay in Deadwood hotels can take the Trolley to…
Find out more »Wild Bill Days
Celebrate the life and times of one of Deadwood’s most famous gunslinger—Wild Bill Hickok. See big name artists and your favorite bands perform live concerts on Main Street all weekend long. Headline concerts are Friday and Saturday night. Along with the awesome free concerts, you can also check out the National Dock Dogs Competition, learn the tricks of gold panning and sluicing from Black Hills pros, right on Main Street! Book Your Room Today! Call 1-800-999-1876 for more information. DOCKDOG COMPETITION Wild…
Find out more »July 2018
4th Annual Deadwood 3 Wheeler Rally
This 5-day event will be based out of Historic Deadwood, SD at the Deadwood Event Complex (a.k.a. Rodeo Grounds) with daily destination rides to sites in and throughout the Black Hills area. Other activities for the week include, vendors, socials/BBQ, entertainment, Trike Show n’ Shine, poker runs, awards, night trike parade, outdoor movie, trike games of skill, charitable fundraising, and more. Advance registration fee before June 1st is $35 per person and $40 after June 1st. Each registrant receives an…
Find out more »September 2018
Deadwood Jam
Friday, September 14: El Dub Lunar Funk Theory Saturday, September 15: Rev. Horton Heat Here Come the Mummies Magic Giant Larkin Poe Horseshoes & Hand Grenades Joey Molland’s Badfinger Deadwood Jam History The Black Hills’ premier musical festival since its inception 20+ years ago. The Deadwood Jam stage has featured a variety of leading musical acts, including Collective Soul, Blood, Sweat & Tears, Atlanta Rhythm Section, The Wallflowers, Robert Randolph and the Family Band, Alison Krauss, Mat Kearney, Fastball, Rocco…
Find out more »October 2018
Oktoberfest
Join us as we celebrate Oktoberfest in the Wild West. Enjoy live German music at the PolkaFest, the annual Tour de Oktoberfest, free food and dancing. Bring the whole family and join us for the now famous “Wiener Dog Races” and Beer Barrel Games! Detailed event scheduled coming soon!
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Come celebrate Halloween in Deadwood. Deadweird is a little crazy, a little spooky and a WHOLE lot of fun! Make plans for the 6th annual Monster Ball on Friday, Oct. 26, 2018 with a live band, dancing and prizes; and the annual Costume Contest with more than $10,000 in cash and prizes for the best costumes on Saturday, Oct. 27, 2018. Both of these events are FREE, so come in costume or just come to watch – it is quite the…
Find out more »March 2019
Mardi Gras Weekend in Deadwood
Don’t miss the best Mardi Gras celebration north of the Bayou! Come to Deadwood, South Dakota for a weekend full of free food, a parade, parties and live music. Plus, there are special open container zones where you can roam from one Deadwood bar to the next. All events are FREE! Enjoy Cajun food, drinks and fun, sponsored by the Deadwood Chamber of Commerce! For more info on any Mardi Gras events, call the Deadwood Chamber at 1-800-999-1876. And don’t wait, Book Your…
Find out more »ST. PATRICK’S DAY WEEKEND IN DEADWOOD
Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day in the Wild West with a pub crawl, the Leprechaun Olympics, a parade and music. Deadwood’s annual Pub Crawl, held on Saturday, March 16, is the largest of its kind in the region, with well over 3,000 participants annually. Don’t miss it – book your room now! Click here for a detailed schedule of events.
Find out more »April 2019
FORKS, CORKS & KEGS FOOD AND WINE FESTIVAL IN DEADWOOD
If you love fine food, wine and distinctive brews, don’t miss the 6th annual Forks, Corks and Kegs Food and Wine Festival, April 5 – 6, 2019 in Historic Deadwood. Sample a variety of beer and wine from all across the country, as well as your Black Hills favorites as you make your way to various tasting venues across town. Each location will feature their chef’s finest culinary creation paired with the perfect complimentary beverage. Then head to the granddaddy finale, a…
Find out more »Hops & Hogs: Craft Beer Festival
Craft beer lovers will enjoy Deadwood’s finest at the Craft Beer Fest. Enjoy pairings of craft beer with unique bacon offerings on April 26 – 27, 2019. More up to date schedule of events - click here
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