The Sturgis Motorcycle Rally is an American motorcycle rally held annually in Sturgis, SD, usually during the first full week of August.
The Black Hills and Badlands are full of the hottest summer events the entire month of August. The world-famous Sturgis Motorcycle Rally rumbles in the Hills, there will be several rodeos and fairs—including the Central States Fair—the best car shows, free national park day and more.
Sturgis Motorcycle Rally
Since 1938, Sturgis has been home to one of the largest, most well-known, and best motorcycle rallies in the world. Thousands of bikers make the journey to South Dakota, and we know know the best spots to find the rides and concerts to keep the party rocking the whole time.
If you're someone who likes the roar of engines, the smell of gasoline and classic rock-n-roll, the Sturgis Motorcycle Rally is the party for you! For a full list of Sturgis Motorcycle Rally events, check out the link below.
Fairs and Rodeos
There's something about fairs and rodeos that undeniably says summer. Maybe it's the lemonade and funnel cakes of the fairs or the smell of dust in the air when a bronc rider goes flying through the gates that speak to you—whatever it is, you'll find it in the Black Hills and Badlands this August.
The Fun Continues
Other must-attend events include Kool Deadwood Nights, the captivating Fall River Hot Air Balloon Festival and a day to enter your favorite National Parks for free.
With the biggest parties, the best concerts and events you'll be talking about for years, we have everything to make the best of August!
For a full line up of festivals and events in the Black Hills and Badlands, visit our Events Calendar.