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The Summer Stages This Week
Let’s Hear It.

Black Hills Summer Concert Series & Weekly Live Music

Discover weekly live music, street parties, summer concert series, brewery shows, and outdoor music events happening across Rapid City, Spearfish, Deadwood, Sturgis, Hill City, and Custer. From Rapid City Summer Nights and downtown street festivals to recurring patio music, community concert series, and weekly local lineups, this is your guide to what’s happening on the summer stages across the Black Hills.

Town Series

Street festivals and community stages
Thursdays

Live on the Lawn (Main Street Square • Rapid City)

Main Street Square • Rapid City

Every Thursday June – July | 6:00-8:00 p.m. Main Street Square Join us every Thursday night this summer…

This Week

Lucas Olson Trio • Live On The Lawn
12:00 pm

Coming Up

Jul 9 • 12:00 pm Drive By Night • Live On The Lawn

Jul 16 • 12:00 pm Bodhi Linde • Live On The Lawn

Jul 23 • 12:00 pm The Wilt Brothers Band • Live On The Lawn

See Full Schedule

Thursdays

Summer Nights • Rapid City

Rapid City Summer Nights • Rapid City

Rapid City Summer Nights is a free weekly concert series that runs through the warmer months, bringing a…

This Week

Stereotrip at Summer Nights
12:00 pm

Coming Up

Jul 2 • 12:00 pm 32 Below at Summer Nights

Jul 16 • 12:00 pm BitterSweet at Summer Nights

Jul 23 • 12:00 pm The Ratcho at Summer Nights

See Full Schedule

Fridays

Downtown Friday Nights • Spearfish

Main Street Spearfish • Spearfish

Summertime Live Music in Downtown Spearfish

This Week

Sargeant Rock
12:00 pm

Coming Up

Jul 3 • 12:00 pm Tiffany Johnson

Jul 10 • 12:00 pm Arcana Kings

Jul 17 • 12:00 pm Clay Aery

See Full Schedule

Wednesdays

2026 Canyon Acoustic Series

Spearfish City Park • Spearfish

Spread the Tunes and our partner Crow Peak Brewing Company are excited to announce the lineup for the…

This Week

Hot Dawg
12:00 pm

Coming Up

Jul 4 • 1:00 pm Stateline Ramblers

Jul 8 • 12:00 pm Earl Nelson & The Company

Jul 15 • 12:00 pm Deltaphonic

See Full Schedule

Wednesdays

Music on Main • Sturgis

Downtown Sturgis • Sturgis

Music on Main runs Wednesday nights through the summer in downtown Sturgis, turning Main Street (between 3rd and…

This Week

Rowan Grace • Music on Main
12:00 pm

Coming Up

Jul 8 • 12:00 pm Tyler Bills • Music on Main

Jul 15 • 12:00 pm Brandon Jones • Music on Main

Jul 22 • 12:00 pm JJ Kent & Friends • Music on Main

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Wednesdays

Outlaw Square Wednesday Nights • Deadwood

Outlaw Square -Deadwood • Deadwood

Wednesday Night Free Summer Concert Series Join us on Wednesday nights for another year of FREE CONCERTS all summer long!…

This Week

The Rathco Band
12:30 pm

Coming Up

Jul 8 • 12:30 pm Johnny Hastings & Stillhouse Down

Jul 15 • 12:30 pm Ivory

Jul 22 • 12:30 pm Dakota Country

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Saturdays

Rockin’ Riverside Hot Springs

Centennial Park • Hot Springs

SA series of FREE concerts starting May 30 and going through August 8th, with 6 concerts total. These…

Next Up

Rockin’ Riverside Summer Concert Series featuring Ivory
1:00 pm

Coming Up

Jul 25 • 1:00 pm Rockin’ Riverside Summer Concert Series featuring Flannel

Aug 8 • 1:00 pm Andy Babb & the Big Beautiful Band

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Sundays

Summer Music Series • Custer

1881 Courthouse Museum • Custer

Come chill in the shade on the 1881 Courthouse Museum lawn for great tunes and tasty food! Family…

Next Up

Neon Eyes & Speed City Demons
8:00 am

Coming Up

Jul 26 • 8:00 am Johnny Hastings & Stillhouse Down

Aug 16 • 8:00 am Mooncats

Aug 30 • 8:00 am Johnny Lonesome Band

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House Series

Venue series and upcoming shows

Thursdays

Sunset Sessions at Canyon Grille

The Canyon Grille at Boulder Canyon • Sturgis

Summer evenings in the Black Hills just got even better.We’re excited to introduce Sunset Sessions at Canyon Grille,…

This Week

Bodhi Linde Trio • Sunset Sessions at Canyon Grille
11:00 am

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Thursdays

Sally’s Outdoor Summer Series

Sally O'Malley's • Rapid City

Thursday evenings at Sally O’Malley’s shift outside as the patio fills in and the stage kicks on around…

This Week

Fast Track • Sally’s Outdoor Summer Series
12:00 pm

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Thursdays

Sprockets Summer Series

Sprockets Fun Foundry • Keystone

Live music every Tuesday and Thursday in Keystone

This Week

Bodhi Linde Blues Trio • Sprockets Summer Music Series
12:30 pm

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Fridays

Mystery Mountain Summer Friday Night Music Series

HTR Black Hills Campground • Rapid City

Friday evenings at HTR Black Hills start filling in as people pull up chairs near the Mystery Mountain…

This Week

James Van Nuys • Mystery Mountain
12:00 pm

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Saturdays

Day Drinkin’ Sessions @ The Loud American

Loud American Roadhouse • Sturgis

Every Saturday from 1PM-4PM, come to the Loud American for a group hang outside in the Jack Daniels…

This Week

My Second Rodeo – Loud American Day Drinkin’ Sessions
7:00 am

See Full Schedule

Saturdays

Hart Ranch Summer Entertainment Series

Hart Ranch • Rapid City

This Week

Dueling Pianos
12:00 pm

See Full Schedule

Saturdays

Lost Cabin After Dark

Lost Cabin Beer Co • Rapid City

Lost Cabin After Dark is a live music series at Lost Cabin Beer Co. in Rapid City focused…

This Week

Malkasian (CO), Zeis
2:00 pm

See Full Schedule

Saturdays

Murphy’s Patio Series

Murphy's Pub & Grill • Rapid CIty

On summer nights in downtown Rapid City, Murphy’s patio fills in early. Tables stack up along the street,…

This Week

Tanner Johns • Murphy’s Patio Series
3:00 pm

See Full Schedule

Saturdays

Summer Jam @ J Bar

The J Bar • Rapid City

This Week

Wicked Six & Shameless • J Bar Summer Jam
3:00 pm

See Full Schedule

Saturdays

Spokane Creek Summer Concert Series

Spokane Creek Cabins & Campground • Keystone

Excited to announce our current concerts for the upcoming summer. These concert are for our guest and anyone…

Next Up

Stateline Ramblers Band
11:00 am

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Tuesdays

Tuesday Tunes @ Dakota Point

Dakota Point Brewing • Rapid City

Next Up

Marnie Cook
12:00 pm

See Full Schedule

Wednesdays

Sickies Bike Night

Sickies Garage Burgers & Brews • Rapid City

SICKIES GARAGE – RAPID CITY – 10TH ANNUAL EVENT CELEBRATION! Wednesday nights May 27 – September 2, 20265:00…

Next Up

Hector Anchondo Band
11:00 am

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June 23, 2026
Ultimate Forth of July Guide for the Black Hills

Black Hills Art Beat Guide

Fourth of July

Find parades, fireworks, live music, festivals, and community celebrations across the Black Hills.

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Choose a town, festival, or featured series.

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70 events across the guide
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Hot Springs

America 250 in the Black Hills

Hot Springs
30 events

Belle Fourche

Black Hills Roundup – Belle Fourche

Belle Fourche
3 events

Custer

Custer Independence Day Celebration

Custer
4 events

Lead

Gold Camp Jubilee 🇺🇸

Lead
16 events

Rapid City

Real America Birthday Bash – Rapid City

Rapid City
17 events

Lead

Rock The Hills

Lead
4 events

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Sat

Jun

27

7:00 PM

America 250 in the Black Hills

SGT ROCK: Entertaining South Dakota, Serving America

The Prairie Dog Taproom · HIll City

SGT ROCK is South Dakota’s own high-energy military rock band. Part of the 147th Army Band, these soldier-musicians perform everything from classic rock anthems to current favorites, delivering a… [more]

cost: Free Admission

Classic Rock, Country, Cover Band

Tue

Jun

30

10:30 PM

America 250 in the Black Hills

Wilt Brothers Band • Black Hills Roundup

Roundup Grounds · Belle Fourche

The Wilt Brothers Band closes out Ranch Rodeo night at the Black Hills Roundup with an evening of classic country music and dance favorites. The performance follows the Ranch Rodeo and awards… [more]

cost: Included with Ranch Rodeo Admission

Country, Dance

Wed

Jul

1

7:00 PM

Real America Birthday Bash – Rapid City

United States Air Force Academy Band

Memorial Park Bandshell · Rapid City

The United States Air Force Academy Band performs patriotic favorites and concert selections as part of Rapid City’s America 250 celebration. [more]

Family Friendly

Thu

Jul

2

5:00 PM

Real America Birthday Bash – Rapid City

Tanner Johns Band

Memorial Park Bandshell · Rapid City

Tanner Johns Band brings live music to the America 250 celebration at Memorial Park Bandshell. [more]

Family Friendly, Rock

Thu

Jul

2

6:00 PM

America 250 in the Black Hills

32 Below at Summer Nights

Rapid City Summer Nights · Rapid City

32 Below hits the Summer Nights stage with the country and country rock sound they are known for around the Black Hills, mixing recognizable covers with originals and the kind of ease that comes from… [more]

cost: Free

fourth

Thu

Jul

2

7:00 PM

America 250 in the Black Hills

The Lowest Pair

The Matthews · Spearfish

The Lowest Pair performs live at The Matthews in Spearfish. Featuring Kendl Winter and Palmer T. Lee, the acclaimed acoustic folk duo has built a national following through intricate fingerstyle… [more]

cost: 25

Acoustic, Americana, Folk

Thu

Jul

2

7:00 PM

Gold Camp Jubilee 🇺🇸

More Than Gold

Homestake Opera House · Lead

More Than Gold brings Lead’s mining history to the Homestake Opera House through a musical jukebox program created for the 100th Gold Camp Jubilee. The performance celebrates the people, stories, and… [more]

Family Friendly, Theater/Drama

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Thu

Jul

2

7:00 PM

Real America Birthday Bash – Rapid City

Jessica Looby

Memorial Park Bandshell · Rapid City

Jessica Looby performs as part of Rapid City’s multi-day America 250 celebration. [more]

Family Friendly, Singer-Songwriter

Thu

Jul

2

7:00 PM

Real America Birthday Bash – Rapid City

Real America Parade

Downtown Rapid City · Rapid City

The Real America Parade travels through Downtown Rapid City as part of the nation’s 250th birthday celebration. [more]

Family Friendly, Parade

Thu

Jul

2

7:00 PM

America 250 in the Black Hills

Tiffany Johnson

Custer Beacon · Custer

Nashville singer-songwriter Tiffany Johnson returns to The Custer Beacon with a mix of country, pop, and alternative influences. Originally from the Black Hills, Johnson has earned placement on… [more]

Country, Singer-Songwriter

Thu

Jul

2

7:00 PM

America 250 in the Black Hills

U.S. Air Force Academy Band at Mount Rushmore

Mount Rushmore · Keystone

On July 2, the Memorial grounds will open at 5 am. Starting at 9 am, a full day of interpretive programming will conclude with a patriotic musical performance by the U.S. Air Force Academy Band. Visit… [more]

cost: Free

Family Friendly

Thu

Jul

2

8:00 PM

America 250 in the Black Hills

Rowan Grace • Patio Acoustic Series

Murphy's Pub & Grill · Rapid CIty

Murphy’s Pub & Grill hosts summer patio concerts throughout the season featuring regional bands, acoustic performances, drinks, and late-night live music in downtown Rapid City. [more]

Thu

Jul

2

9:30 PM

Real America Birthday Bash – Rapid City

America 250 Drone Show

Central High School · Rapid City

A large-scale drone light show illuminates the Rapid City sky during the America 250 celebration. [more]

Family Friendly, Fireworks Display

Fri

Jul

3

9:00 AM

Gold Camp Jubilee 🇺🇸

Gold Rush Cruisin' Classics Car Show

Manuel Brothers Park · Lead

The Gold Rush Cruisin’ Classics Car Show brings vintage cars, custom rides, and community pride to Manuel Brothers Park during Gold Camp Jubilee. Voting runs from 10:00 AM to 12:30 PM, with winners… [more]

cost: Free

Family Friendly

Fri

Jul

3

11:00 AM

Gold Camp Jubilee 🇺🇸

Kuhl & The Gangstas

Manuel Brothers Park · Lead

Kuhl & The Gangstas bring live music to the upper shelter at Manuel Brothers Park as Gold Camp Jubilee gets underway. Their midday set adds an easygoing soundtrack to the car show, vendors, food… [more]

cost: Free

Fri

Jul

3

12:00 PM

Rock The Hills

Bittersweet at Rock The Hills

Mountain Top Field · Lead

Bittersweet opens Rock The Hills at Mountain Top Field, kicking off a full day of classic rock, Americana pride, and Lead’s 150th anniversary celebration. Gates open at 11:00 AM, with music beginning… [more]

Classic Rock, Rock

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Fri

Jul

3

2:00 PM

Real America Birthday Bash – Rapid City

Shrine of Democracy Chorus

Main Street Square · Rapid City

The Shrine of Democracy Chorus performs patriotic and choral favorites downtown. [more]

Family Friendly

Fri

Jul

3

3:00 PM

Rock The Hills

The Brandon Sprague Band at Rock The Hills

Mountain Top Field · Lead

The Brandon Sprague Band takes the Mountain Top Field stage during Rock The Hills, part of Lead’s 150th anniversary celebration and Gold Camp Jubilee weekend. The all-ages music festival continues… [more]

Classic Rock, Rock

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Fri

Jul

3

3:00 PM

Real America Birthday Bash – Rapid City

Well Done Players

Main Street Square · Rapid City

The Well Done Players perform as part of the America 250 celebration lineup. [more]

Family Friendly, Theater/Drama

Fri

Jul

3

3:00 PM

Real America Birthday Bash – Rapid City

Dana Wirth

Main Street Square · Rapid City

Dana Wirth performs live at Main Street Square during America 250 festivities. [more]

Family Friendly

Fri

Jul

3

4:00 PM

America 250 in the Black Hills

Mount Rushmore America 250 Fireworks Celebration

Mount Rushmore · Keystone

Fireworks are returning to Mount Rushmore National Memorial in 2026! To celebrate America’s 250th birthday, the National Park Service is partnering with the State of South Dakota for a fantastic… [more]

cost: Lottery Ticket Required

Family Friendly, Fireworks Display

Fri

Jul

3

5:30 PM

Rock The Hills

Stereo Trip at Rock The Hills

Mountain Top Field · Lead

Stereo Trip keeps Rock The Hills moving with an evening set at Mountain Top Field. The outdoor music festival brings classic rock bands, local flavor, and holiday-weekend energy to Lead during Gold… [more]

Classic Rock, Rock

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Fri

Jul

3

6:00 PM

Real America Birthday Bash – Rapid City

The Rathco

Main Street Square · Rapid City

The Rathco performs live at Main Street Square during America 250. [more]

Family Friendly, Rock

Fri

Jul

3

7:00 PM

America 250 in the Black Hills

Fall River Fourth of July Street Dance featuring Kristy Phillips

Centenial Park · Hot Springs

Kristy Phillips headlines Hot Springs’ annual Fourth of July Street Dance at Centennial Park. The free community celebration kicks off a weekend of Independence Day festivities with live music… [more]

Country, Party

Fri

Jul

3

7:30 PM

Real America Birthday Bash – Rapid City

Brandon Jones

Main Street Square · Rapid City

Black Hills favorite Brandon Jones headlines an evening performance during America 250. [more]

Country, Family Friendly

Fri

Jul

3

8:30 PM

Rock The Hills

Lexington Lab Band at Rock The Hills

Mountain Top Field · Lead

Lexington Lab Band headlines Rock The Hills at Mountain Top Field with a night of classic rock favorites. Known for recreating the sound and energy of rock’s greatest era, the band closes out Lead’s… [more]

Classic Rock, Cover Band, Rock

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Fri

Jul

3

9:00 PM

America 250 in the Black Hills

Concrete Cowboys • Murphy’s Patio Series

Murphy's Pub & Grill · Rapid CIty

Concrete Cowboys takes the stage as part of the Murphy’s Patio Series. There’s nothing like beautiful summer nights in Downtown Rapid City and nothing pairs better with them than cold drinks, great… [more]

Fri

Jul

3

9:00 PM

America 250 in the Black Hills

Owl Creek Band • J Bar Summer Jam

The J Bar · Rapid City

The J Bar Summer Jam returns for summer 2026 with live bands every Friday night in Rapid City. The series runs throughout the summer with regional bands taking the stage for late-night live music. [more]

Fri

Jul

3

9:30 PM

America 250 in the Black Hills

Black Hills Roundup Fireworks

Roundup Grounds · Belle Fourche

The Black Hills Roundup Fireworks Show lights up the Belle Fourche sky on the evening of July 3 as part of the historic Black Hills Roundup celebration. [more]

cost: Free

Family Friendly, Fireworks Display

Sat

Jul

4

5:00 AM

America 250 in the Black Hills

Independence Day at Mount Rushmore

Mount Rushmore · Keystone

On July 4, the Memorial grounds will open at 5 am. Starting at 9 am, a full day of special events will include presidential reenactors, Indigenous demonstrations, and a performance by the U.S. Air… [more]

cost: Free

Family Friendly

Sat

Jul

4

9:00 AM

Gold Camp Jubilee 🇺🇸

Gold Camp Jubilee Horseshoe Tournament

Manuel Brothers Park · Lead

The Gold Camp Jubilee Horseshoe Tournament brings a classic park competition to the Fourth of July schedule in Lead. No preregistration is necessary, making it an easy stop for anyone ready to join… [more]

cost: Free

Family Friendly

Sat

Jul

4

9:30 AM

Gold Camp Jubilee 🇺🇸

Live Like Cash Skate, Scoot & Bike Competition

Manuel Brothers Park · Lead

Live Like Cash brings skaters, scooters, and bikers to the Manuel Brothers Park skate area for a Fourth of July competition during Gold Camp Jubilee. Registration runs from 9:30 to 11:00 AM, with the… [more]

Family Friendly

Sat

Jul

4

10:00 AM

America 250 in the Black Hills

Custer Patriot's Parade

Downtown Custer · Custer

Join Custer’s annual Patriot’s Parade as military members, emergency personnel, auxiliaries, marching units, and community participants fill downtown with a celebration of service, patriotism, and… [more]

cost: Free

Family Friendly, Parade

Sat

Jul

4

10:00 AM

America 250 in the Black Hills

Fall River Fourth of July Parade

Downtown Hot Springs · Hot Springs

The annual Fall River Fourth of July Parade travels through downtown Hot Springs as part of the community’s Independence Day celebration. [more]

Family Friendly, Parade

Sat

Jul

4

10:10 AM

Custer Independence Day Celebration

Kids' & Patriots' Parade

Downtown Custer · Custer

Part of Custer’s Independence Day Celebration. Community groups, families, and patriotic displays make their way through downtown Custer during this annual Fourth of July tradition. [more]

Family Friendly, Parade

Sat

Jul

4

10:30 AM

America 250 in the Black Hills

Black Hills Roundup 4th of July Parade

Downtown Belle Fourche · Belle Fourche

The Black Hills Roundup 4th of July Parade returns to Belle Fourche as the largest Independence Day parade in the Black Hills, featuring marching bands, horses, floats, cowboys, and patriotic… [more]

cost: Free

Family Friendly, Parade

Sat

Jul

4

11:00 AM

America 250 in the Black Hills

Fall River Fourth of July Show & Shine

Centenial Park · Hot Springs

Classic cars, trucks, and custom vehicles gather in Centennial Park for the annual Show & Shine. [more]

Car Show, Family Friendly

Sat

Jul

4

12:00 PM

Gold Camp Jubilee 🇺🇸

B-1 Flyover

Manuel Brothers Park · Lead

Gold Camp Jubilee’s Fourth of July celebration includes a scheduled B-1 flyover from the United States Air Force. The flyover adds a patriotic moment to the midday program before music, contests, the… [more]

cost: Free

Family Friendly

Sat

Jul

4

12:00 PM

Gold Camp Jubilee 🇺🇸

American Legion Flag Raising and Patriotic Presentation

Sanford Lab Homestake Visitor Center · Lead

The American Legion Flag Raising and Patriotic Presentation marks the Fourth of July at Davis Ring near the Sanford Lab Homestake Visitor Center. Music and a short patriotic program help anchor the… [more]

cost: Free

Family Friendly

Sat

Jul

4

12:00 PM

Gold Camp Jubilee 🇺🇸

Garrett Holtz

Manuel Brothers Park · Lead

Garrett Holtz performs a midday live music set during Gold Camp Jubilee at Manuel Brothers Park. His set is part of a full Fourth of July schedule that includes contests, family activities, the… [more]

cost: Free

Sat

Jul

4

1:00 PM

America 250 in the Black Hills

Toby – A Tribute to Toby Keith

Mr Wu's · Deadwood

Part of the Red White and Wu celebration at Mr Wu’s in Deadwood. [more]

Country

Sat

Jul

4

1:00 PM

America 250 in the Black Hills

Kung Fu Lion Dancers

Mr Wu's · Deadwood

Kung Fu Lion Dancers perform as part of the Red White and Wu celebration at Mr Wu’s in Deadwood. [more]

Sat

Jul

4

1:00 PM

America 250 in the Black Hills

Chris Graves – Loud American Day Drinkin' Sessions

Loud American Roadhouse · Sturgis

The Loud American Day Drinkin’ Sessions return for Summer 2026 with live music every Saturday afternoon in the Jack Daniels Club Pavilion at Loud American Roadhouse. Enjoy live music, food and drink… [more]

cost: Free

Sat

Jul

4

1:00 PM

America 250 in the Black Hills

Fall River Fourth of July Duck Race

Centenial Park · Hot Springs

Hundreds of numbered rubber ducks race for prizes during one of Hot Springs’ most beloved Independence Day traditions. [more]

Family Friendly

Sat

Jul

4

2:30 PM

Gold Camp Jubilee 🇺🇸

Buckskin Cult Trio

Manuel Brothers Park · Lead

Buckskin Cult Trio brings live music to Manuel Brothers Park during Gold Camp Jubilee’s Fourth of July celebration. Their afternoon set leads into the parade, evening concerts, and the fireworks show… [more]

cost: Free

Country, Rock

Sat

Jul

4

2:30 PM

Real America Birthday Bash – Rapid City

US Jazz Orchestra

Main Street Square · Rapid City

The US Jazz Orchestra performs live during the America 250 celebration. [more]

Family Friendly, Jazz

Sat

Jul

4

2:45 PM

America 250 in the Black Hills

Alex Massa w/ South Dakota Jazz Orchestra

Main Street Square · Rapid City

Alex Massa performs with the South Dakota Jazz Orchestra at Main Street Square in downtown Rapid City. The large ensemble performance features regional jazz musicians performing outdoors during the… [more]

Jazz

Sat

Jul

4

3:00 PM

Real America Birthday Bash – Rapid City

Native American Dancers

Memorial Park Bandshell · Rapid City

Traditional Native American dance performances are featured as part of the America 250 celebration. [more]

Commuinity Celebration, Family Friendly

Sat

Jul

4

4:00 PM

Real America Birthday Bash – Rapid City

Tiffany Johnson

Main Street Square · Rapid City

Tiffany Johnson performs live at Main Street Square during America 250. [more]

Country, Family Friendly

Sat

Jul

4

4:15 PM

Gold Camp Jubilee 🇺🇸

Gold Camp Jubilee Parade

Lead Main Street · Lead

The Gold Camp Jubilee Parade rolls down Lead Main Street as one of the signature moments of the Fourth of July celebration. Expect small-town pride, local history, and the energy of a community… [more]

cost: Free

Family Friendly, Parade

Sat

Jul

4

5:00 PM

America 250 in the Black Hills

Stateline Ramblers Band

Spokane Creek Cabins & Campground · Keystone

Stateline Ramblers Band performs live as part of the Spokane Creek Summer Concert Series. The family-friendly campground concert series brings live music, cold drinks, food, and summer atmosphere to… [more]

Bluegrass, Country

Sat

Jul

4

5:30 PM

Gold Camp Jubilee 🇺🇸

Unsinkable Rose

Manuel Brothers Park · Lead

Unsinkable Rose performs an evening set at Manuel Brothers Park during Gold Camp Jubilee. The live music continues after the parade as Lead builds toward the night’s VIP viewing party, community band… [more]

cost: Free

Sat

Jul

4

5:30 PM

Real America Birthday Bash – Rapid City

Johnny Hastings

Main Street Square · Rapid City

Johnny Hastings brings his blend of blues, rock, and Americana to America 250. [more]

Americana, Family Friendly, Rock

Sat

Jul

4

6:00 PM

America 250 in the Black Hills

Rock & Rose

Hart Ranch · Rapid City

Happy Hour begins at 6 PM. Event starts at 7 PM. Free entry. [more]

Sat

Jul

4

6:00 PM

Custer Independence Day Celebration

Veterans Tribute Street Dance featuring Johnny Lonesome Band

Washington Street (Custer) · Custer

Part of Custer’s Independence Day Celebration. Johnny Lonesome Band headlines the Veterans Tribute Street Dance on Washington Street with an evening of live music, dancing, and community celebration. [more]

Country, Party

Sat

Jul

4

7:00 PM

America 250 in the Black Hills

Alex Massa w/ Black Hills All Stars

Custer Beacon · Custer

Alex Massa joins the Black Hills All Stars for a live jazz performance at the Custer Beacon. The evening performance brings together regional musicians for a collaborative Black Hills jazz set. [more]

Jazz

Sat

Jul

4

7:30 PM

Gold Camp Jubilee 🇺🇸

VIP Fireworks Viewing Party featuring Tyler Bills

Sanford Lab Homestake Visitor Center · Lead

The Gold Camp Jubilee VIP Fireworks Viewing Party offers ticketed viewing from the Sanford Lab Homestake Visitor Center, with live music by Tyler Bills before the fireworks light up the Open Cut. It… [more]

Country, Fireworks Display, Rock

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Sat

Jul

4

7:30 PM

Real America Birthday Bash – Rapid City

Chancey Williams

Main Street Square · Rapid City

Country star Chancey Williams headlines the America 250 celebration in Downtown Rapid City. [more]

Country, Family Friendly

Sat

Jul

4

8:00 PM

Gold Camp Jubilee 🇺🇸

Northern Hills Community Band

Sanford Lab Homestake Visitor Center · Lead

The Northern Hills Community Band performs at Davis Ring near the Sanford Lab Homestake Visitor Center before the Gold Camp Jubilee fireworks. The concert adds a traditional patriotic sound to the… [more]

cost: Free

Family Friendly

Sat

Jul

4

8:00 PM

Real America Birthday Bash – Rapid City

Rapid City Municipal Band

Memorial Park Bandshell · Rapid City

The Rapid City Municipal Band performs a patriotic Independence Day concert. [more]

Family Friendly, Symphony

Sat

Jul

4

8:15 PM

Gold Camp Jubilee 🇺🇸

The Elevens

Manuel Brothers Park · Lead

The Elevens bring the final park concert of Gold Camp Jubilee’s Fourth of July schedule to Manuel Brothers Park. Their evening set runs as Lead gets ready for the fireworks show over the Open Cut. [more]

cost: Free

Rock

Sat

Jul

4

9:00 PM

America 250 in the Black Hills

Tyler Bills at Crow Peak Brewing

Crow Peak Brewing Co. · Spearfish

Tyler Bills performs live at Crow Peak Brewing in Spearfish. [more]

Rock

Sat

Jul

4

9:00 PM

America 250 in the Black Hills

Fall River Fourth of July Fireworks Display

Centenial Park · Hot Springs

Hot Springs closes out its Independence Day celebration with a community fireworks display following a full day of Fourth of July festivities. [more]

Family Friendly, Fireworks Display

Sat

Jul

4

9:30 PM

Gold Camp Jubilee 🇺🇸

Gold Camp Jubilee Fireworks Show

Sanford Lab Homestake Visitor Center · Lead

Gold Camp Jubilee’s fireworks show lights up the Open Cut with some of the biggest echoes and booms in the Black Hills. Viewing is available from the Sanford Lab Homestake Visitor Center, Manuel… [more]

cost: Free

Family Friendly, Fireworks Display

Sat

Jul

4

9:30 PM

Real America Birthday Bash – Rapid City

Rapid City Fireworks Show

Founders Park · Rapid City

Rapid City’s Independence Day fireworks display launches from Founders Park. [more]

Family Friendly, Fireworks Display

Sat

Jul

4

9:30 PM

Custer Independence Day Celebration

Custer Fireworks at Pageant Hill

Pageant Hill · Custer

Celebrate Independence Day with one of the Black Hills’ most popular fireworks displays. Launched from Pageant Hill at dusk, the show lights up the sky above Custer and can be viewed from locations… [more]

cost: Free

Family Friendly, Fireworks Display

Sun

Jul

5

1:00 PM

America 250 in the Black Hills

Camp Comfort

Mr Wu's · Deadwood

Camp Comfort performs as part of the Red White and Wu celebration at Mr Wu’s in Deadwood. [more]

Rock

Sun

Jul

5

1:00 PM

America 250 in the Black Hills

Kung Fu Lion Dancers

Mr Wu's · Deadwood

Kung Fu Lion Dancers perform as part of the Red White and Wu celebration at Mr Wu’s in Deadwood. [more]

Sun

Jul

5

1:00 PM

America 250 in the Black Hills

Deadwood Alive Performance

Mr Wu's · Deadwood

Deadwood Alive performers appear as part of the Red White and Wu celebration at Mr Wu’s in Deadwood. [more]

Theater/Drama

Sun

Jul

5

2:00 PM

Gold Camp Jubilee 🇺🇸

Nina McIntire: Echoes of Lead, History Through Photos and Song

Lead-Deadwood High School · Lead

Nina McIntire shares Echoes of Lead, a history-through-photos-and-song presentation at Lead-Deadwood High School. The program closes Gold Camp Jubilee weekend with a reflective look at the people… [more]

Family Friendly

June 13, 2026
Open Mic & Open Jam Nights in the Black Hills

Looking for a place to perform in Rapid City, Spearfish, Deadwood, or elsewhere in the Black Hills? Here’s where musicians, comedians, poets, storytellers, and jam-session regulars can find a stage.

Whether you’re carrying a guitar, a notebook full of jokes, a stack of poems, or just enough confidence to try something new, there are more opportunities to get on stage in the Black Hills than many people realize.

Throughout the week, local venues host open mic nights and open jams that welcome everyone from seasoned performers to first-timers. Some focus on acoustic music and songwriting. Others lean into stand-up comedy, spoken word, or full-band jam sessions where musicians can sit in, trade solos, and meet new people.

If you’ve been searching for an open mic in Rapid City, an open jam near Spearfish, or simply a place to connect with other performers, this guide brings together the recurring nights we know about across the region.

Know of an open mic or open jam that isn’t listed here? Add it to the Black Hills Art Beat calendar and we’ll make sure it’s on our radar for future updates.

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Upcoming Open Mics & Open Jams

All Towns Lead Rapid city Rockerville Spearfish Sturgis

Thu

Jun

25

7:00 PM

Open Jam

Open Jam Thursdays

Greenfield Pub · Lead

Get ready to jam out, and share your passion for music. Bring your friends or meet some new ones! We’ll provide the sound equipment, but house instruments are limited… so please bring your own… [more]

Thu

Jul

2

7:00 PM

Open Jam

Open Jam Thursdays

Greenfield Pub · Lead

Get ready to jam out, and share your passion for music. Bring your friends or meet some new ones! We’ll provide the sound equipment, but house instruments are limited… so please bring your own… [more]

Thu

Jul

9

7:00 PM

Open Jam

Open Jam Thursdays

Greenfield Pub · Lead

Get ready to jam out, and share your passion for music. Bring your friends or meet some new ones! We’ll provide the sound equipment, but house instruments are limited… so please bring your own… [more]

Thu

Jul

16

7:00 PM

Open Jam

Open Jam Thursdays

Greenfield Pub · Lead

Get ready to jam out, and share your passion for music. Bring your friends or meet some new ones! We’ll provide the sound equipment, but house instruments are limited… so please bring your own… [more]

Thu

Jul

23

7:00 PM

Open Jam

Open Jam Thursdays

Greenfield Pub · Lead

Get ready to jam out, and share your passion for music. Bring your friends or meet some new ones! We’ll provide the sound equipment, but house instruments are limited… so please bring your own… [more]

Thu

Jul

30

7:00 PM

Open Jam

Open Jam Thursdays

Greenfield Pub · Lead

Get ready to jam out, and share your passion for music. Bring your friends or meet some new ones! We’ll provide the sound equipment, but house instruments are limited… so please bring your own… [more]

Thu

Aug

6

7:00 PM

Open Jam

Open Jam Thursdays

Greenfield Pub · Lead

Get ready to jam out, and share your passion for music. Bring your friends or meet some new ones! We’ll provide the sound equipment, but house instruments are limited… so please bring your own… [more]

Thu

Aug

13

7:00 PM

Open Jam

Open Jam Thursdays

Greenfield Pub · Lead

Get ready to jam out, and share your passion for music. Bring your friends or meet some new ones! We’ll provide the sound equipment, but house instruments are limited… so please bring your own… [more]

Thu

Aug

20

7:00 PM

Open Jam

Open Jam Thursdays

Greenfield Pub · Lead

Get ready to jam out, and share your passion for music. Bring your friends or meet some new ones! We’ll provide the sound equipment, but house instruments are limited… so please bring your own… [more]

Thu

Aug

27

7:00 PM

Open Jam

Open Jam Thursdays

Greenfield Pub · Lead

Get ready to jam out, and share your passion for music. Bring your friends or meet some new ones! We’ll provide the sound equipment, but house instruments are limited… so please bring your own… [more]

June 10, 2026

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