Legendary Sturgis Battle of the Bands

June 6, 2026 • 1:00 pm

Sturgis Area Chamber of Commerce & Visitors Bureau • Sturgis

For those about to rock… the 4th Annual Legendary Sturgis Battle of the Bands is coming up on Saturday, June 6th 2026!

This multi-genre competition welcomes groups from large to small, old to young, and heavy to mellow for a competitive line-up like no other. Selected finalists will compete for over $10,000 in cash and in-kind prizes, including an opening gig for a NATIONAL HEADLINER at Sturgis Buffalo Chip during the Sturgis Motorcycle Rally – and don’t forget, the honor of being our 4th Battle of the Bands Champion in legendary Sturgis, SD!

Make plans to attend on Saturday, June 6th to see the 10 juried finalists from across the nation perform in high-stakes 15-minute sets from 1pm to 6pm. Awards will be announced on-stage after the competition completes. Also check out the Sturgis Art Festival vendors all day downtown throughout the battle.