Real America Birthday Bash – Rapid City
America turns 250, and there is no better place to celebrate than Downtown Rapid City. Join a multi-day free festival filled with hometown pride, community spirit, and the kind of moments that bring people together. Expect a full lineup of live music, a vibrant parade through downtown streets, local food trucks, a lively Kids Zone, a 5K through Downtown Rapid City, and unforgettable nights capped with fireworks, a spectacular drone show lighting up the Black Hills sky, and regionally renowned concerts headlined by country superstar Chancey Williams and local icon Brandon Jones.
Upcoming Events
WED
JUL
1
United States Air Force Academy Band
The United States Air Force Academy Band performs patriotic favorites and concert selections as part of Rapid City's America 250 celebration.
Live Music
THU
JUL
2
Tanner Johns Band
Tanner Johns Band brings live music to the America 250 celebration at Memorial Park Bandshell.
Live Music
THU
JUL
2
Jessica Looby
Jessica Looby performs as part of Rapid City's multi-day America 250 celebration.
Live Music
THU
JUL
2
Real America Parade
The Real America Parade travels through Downtown Rapid City as part of the nation's 250th birthday celebration.
Seasonal Events
THU
JUL
2
America 250 Drone Show
A large-scale drone light show illuminates the Rapid City sky during the America 250 celebration.
Seasonal Events
FRI
JUL
3
Shrine of Democracy Chorus
The Shrine of Democracy Chorus performs patriotic and choral favorites downtown.
Live Music
FRI
JUL
3
Well Done Players
The Well Done Players perform as part of the America 250 celebration lineup.
Theater & Performing Arts
FRI
JUL
3
Dana Wirth
Dana Wirth performs live at Main Street Square during America 250 festivities.
Live Music
FRI
JUL
3
FRI
JUL
3
Brandon Jones
Black Hills favorite Brandon Jones headlines an evening performance during America 250.
Live Music
SAT
JUL
4
US Jazz Orchestra
The US Jazz Orchestra performs live during the America 250 celebration.
Live Music
SAT
JUL
4
Native American Dancers
Traditional Native American dance performances are featured as part of the America 250 celebration.
Seasonal Events
SAT
JUL
4
SAT
JUL
4
Johnny Hastings
Johnny Hastings brings his blend of blues, rock, and Americana to America 250.
Live Music
SAT
JUL
4
Chancey Williams
Country star Chancey Williams headlines the America 250 celebration in Downtown Rapid City.
Live Music
SAT
JUL
4
Rapid City Municipal Band
The Rapid City Municipal Band performs a patriotic Independence Day concert.
Live Music
SAT
JUL
4
Rapid City Fireworks Show
Rapid City's Independence Day fireworks display launches from Founders Park.
Seasonal Events