Huron South Dakota Travel Map

South Dakota State BBQ Championships

In its 3rd year, the SD State BBQ Championship is a Kansas City BBQ Society sanctioned event. Competitors from ten plus states vie for the Grand Champion Trophy and a chance to go to a national competition. A peoples choice is held for the public. In addition, there is the Fat Friday Chili Challenge. Located at the SD State Fairgrounds.

Admission: Free

www.wheeljam.com
605-353-7354
SD State Fairgrounds, Candi Hettinger
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June 5, 2009 to June 7, 2009

Wheel Jam

Wheel Jam is three big days, three big shows and thousands of wheels. Kicks off Friday with the Big Jam Battle of the Bands. Saturday activities include classic car show and shine, dynamic engine brake and loud pipe competitions, live entertainment and stock car races. Sunday activities include car, motorcycle and semi shows. All at the South Dakota State Fairgrounds.

Admission: Free

www.wheeljam.com
605-353-7354
State Fair
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June 13, 2009 to June 14, 2009

South Dakota Outdoor Expo

The only statewide annual outdoor event that focuses heavily on education and interaction. Purpose is to expose thousands of families to outdoor activities that they may not have experienced. Hundreds of exhibits and activities covering camping, hunting, wildlife management, shooting sports, fishing, aquatic education, Dutch oven cooking, and the importance of preserving our outdoor recreation heritage. Event is being held at the State Fairgrounds.

Admission: Free

www.sdoutdoorexpo.com
605-353-7354 - Candi Hettinger
South Dakota State Fairgrounds
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June 20, 2009 to June 21, 2009

Huron Antique Power Show

This is an annual show featuring antique tractors and farm machinery, cars, appliances, memorabilia and equipment. There will also be food vendors, a daily parade, a flea market, activities, demonstrations and more. Held at the South Dakota State Fairgrounds.

Admission: Free

605-352-0786 - Julie Kropuenske
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August 14, 2009 to August 15, 2009

Huron Senior Games

Athletic games for senior citizens from across South Dakota and other states. Competitions in a variety of activities such as basketball/free throw, jump rope, miniature golf, swimming, bowling, pool, cards, shuffle board and more. Located at Tiger Stadium and other locations.

Admission: Yes
Adults: $6 to compete

605-352-8291
Huron Area Senior Center, Jim Hofer
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September 3, 2009 to September 7, 2009

South Dakota State Fair

The South Dakota Fair offers the best in entertainment with it's five free stages and the best in agriculture from the premium show cattle to the machinery. You are sure to be entertained, While you are there don't forget to stroll down the largest midway in the state.

Admission: Yes
Adults: $5
Children: $3

www.sdstatefair.com
605-353-7354 - Candi Hettinger
South Dakota State Fairgrounds
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October 3, 2009 to October 4, 2009

VFW Auxiliary Hobby Fair

Hobby and craft fair featuring wood, artwork, hand-made items, ceramics, pottery, lunch counter, bake sale and more. Held at the Expo Bldg at State Fair Fairgrounds.

Admission: Free

605-352-5997
VFW Ladies Auxiliary, Beverly Freng
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October 9, 2009 to October 11, 2009

Great Scarecrow and Decorated Pumpkin Festival

This annual festival features decorated scarecrows and pumpkins displayed for one weekend only. Youth, adults, and organizations create humorous and traditional scarecrow themes and decorated pumpkins. Sponsored by the Huron Lion and Lioness Clubs. Held in Campbell Park.

Admission: Free

605-352-0394
Huron Eye Opener Lions Club, Dianne Gropper

Huron, South Dakota was settled in 1880 and incorporated by the Dakota Territorial legislature in 1883.

Huron, South Dakota serves as the hub for the numerous small towns that lie close by. Although at one time Huron was largely dependent upon agricultural and allied pursuits; today the Huron has industries to process the farm products, including a meat packing company. Huron is the home of the State Fair, Huron College and the County seat of Beadle County. As you drive down Main Street look at the sides of the buildings and you will see beautiful murals that are added yearly by artists from across the U.S.

Interested in South Dakota history? Then you will want to take some time in Huron, South Dakota visiting the two museums and the Hubert Humphrey Drug Store, “a hint of history in the heart of downtown Huron”.

The Huron, South Dakota area is so well known for some of the best Pheasant Hunting in the Midwest that the “World’s Largest Pheasant” greets visitors coming from the east side of town.

Picture your next travel stop in Huron, South Dakota!