January 1, 2009 to May 19, 2009
Between Fences Smithsonian Traveling Exhibition
Between Fences, presented by the South Dakota Humanities Council, is a Smithsonian traveling exhibition that explores how the everyday icon of a fence has impacted our country. Land use, the history of agriculture, as well as physical and perceived borders in the exhibit.
Admission: Free
www.sdhumanities.org
605-688-6113 - Michelle Madsen
South Dakota Humanities Council
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February 11, 2009
Key City Pen of 3 Bull Display
Bull producers (that's live stock, not story telling!) from a five state area gather in Sturgis to show off the best of their heards. Also, featuring a Home and Agricultural show, speakers and new in 2009 a horse exhibit.
Admission: Free
www.sturgis-sd.org
605-347-2556 - Randy Bender
Sturgis Area Chamber of Commerce
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June 26, 2009 to June 27, 2009
Sturgis Cavalry Days
History you can touch! Reenactors take you back to the 1880's as we celebrate the historical heritage of the Northern Black Hills. From Scoop Town to the Star Spangled Banner, there's histoy and fun for everyone!
Admission: Free
www.sturgis-sd.org
605-347-2556 - Randy Bender
Sturgis Area Chamber of Commerce
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July 11, 2009
Sturgis BAM
Sturgis BAM (bicycles, art and music) is an outdoor family oriented festival that includes the best of three worlds. Sturgis BAM showcases vendors, on site artists, children's activities, and a host of talented local musicians of all generes. Bicycle events include Riders X, Ride On Sturgis Grand Prix and Little Riders' Rodeo.
Admission: Free
www.sturgis.com/art
605-720-1557 - Michelle Grosek
Sturgis Center for the Arts
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July 15, 2009
Sturgis Summer Sizzle
A street festival for everyone! Live music, games, a
Admission: Free
www.sturgis-sd.org
605-347-2556 - Randy Bender
Sturgis Area Chamber of Commerce
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August 3, 2009 to August 9, 2009
Sturgis Motorcycle Rally
From it's humble beginning in 1938 the Sturgis Motorcycle Rally has grown into one of the world's premire motorcycle events. With 500,000 bikers visiting Sturgis each year it truly is something you have to experience to believe!
Admission: Free
www.sturgismotorcyclerally.com
605-720-0800 - Pepper Massey
City of Sturgis Rally Department
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August 14, 2009 to August 16, 2009
Black Hills Steam and Gas Threshing Bee
The Black Hills Steam and Gas show will host it's 41st annual show the third weekend in August of 2009. See Steam tractors, rope making, slow & dead tractor parades, shingle mill & more. You can also visit the tiny restored Bear Butte Post Office, or attend School in the old schoolhouse.
Admission: Yes
Adults: $5
Children: Free (12 and under)
www.wdantiques.com
605-923-1748 - Wes Orban
Western Dakota Antique Club
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September 4, 2009 to September 7, 2009
Sturgis Mustang Rally
Mustang owners gather yearly over this weekend for a fun filled weekend of activities such as a poker run, drag racing, auto cross, and a show and shine. The public is welcome to view the Mustangs during the Show and Shine, Cruiser Night Parade, Drag aracing and Auto Cross competitions. General admission is free. Car registration is $65 with $35 for each additional person.
Admission: Yes
www.sturgismustangrally.com
605-347-1880 - Robin Shrake
Sturgis Mustang Committee
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September 26, 2009
Sturgis Pedal Regatta
It's the last ride of the season! The pedal Regatta is a bicycle race through the beautiful Northern Black Hills. There's more to Sturgis than motorcycles!
Admission: Free
www.sturgis-sd.org
605-347-2556 - Randy Bender
Sturgis, South Dakota was named for Maj. S.D. Sturgis, commander of the military post in 1878 when the site was laid out. Sturgis is the county seat of Meade County, the largest county in the South Dakota: its area exceeds the combined states of Rhode Island and Delaware. Due to the large amount of supplies required by the military post and gold miners, the early population of Sturgis was made up largely of bullwhackers and bull trains. History abounds in this area – Indian wars, gold rush days, wagon trains and settlers.
In early August each year the population of Sturgis, South Dakota multiples by the tens of thousands as the annual Sturgis motor cycle rally takes place. The numerous campsites and motels fill up quickly, so if you are planning a trip into the Sturgis area during the Rally week make your reservations in the early spring. The overflow of bikers fills the campsites in most of the cities in the Black Hills area.
Picture your next travel stop in Sturgis, South Dakota!
Sturgis
Chamber of Commerce
2040 Junction Avenue
Sturgis, SD 57785
605-347-2556
www.sturgis-sd.org