Day one of the 79th Sturgis Motorcycle Rally began on Friday, August 2, and everyone is gearing up for an amazing party in the Black Hills and Badlands.
Growing up in the region, I've always looked forward to August and hearing the building roar of motorcycle engines in the distance. That roar, the kind that shakes your ribcage, brings no shortage of colorful people, flavorful food, high-adrenaline rock ‘n roll and thousands of motorcycles. No matter whether you're in the Badlands, the Southern Hills, or right in Sturgis itself, the Sturgis Motorcycle Rally is an experience unlike any other. As someone who has only been in Sturgis for the rally twice before, I was excited to go back again and see what everything looks like when it's just getting started.
I climbed up the tower above main street to get a better look and I could see truly how quickly the crowds were beginning to build. Vendors of all kinds lined the streets selling leathers, bike supplies, t-shirts, drinks and delicious cuisine.
Speaking of food and drink: whether it's street meat, buffalo burgers, salad, steak or beer, there are dozens of places to experience in Sturgis. The Knuckle Saloon, One-Eyed Jack's Saloon, The Loud American Roadhouse, and Full Throttle Saloon are all famous places to stop in and have a drink or a meal and check out the concerts.
There's plenty to do and even more to see at the 79th Sturgis Motorcycle Rally. With big concerts, wild events and more bikers on their way to the biggest party in the world, it's going to be incredible. Get ready to go hog wild and stay tuned for more Rally action this week!
For a full line up of Sturgis Motorcycle Rally events in the Black Hills and Badlands, visit our Sturgis Motorcycle Rally event page.