Once again, the weather cools off and the leaves turn as we transition from the summer into fall—which means it's time for festivals, pumpkins, buffalo roundups, classic hot rods and more! Dig out your fuzziest sweaters from your closet and find spectacular fall events in the Black Hills and Badlands this September.
Thursday, September 24, 2020 (All day) to Saturday, September 26, 2020 (All day)
Feel the thunder and join the herd at the annual Custer State Park Buffalo Roundup. Watch cowboys and cowgirls as they roundup and drive the herd of approximately 1,400 buffalo (number of animals vary depending on rangeland conditions) to the corrals.
Thursday, September 24, 2020 (All day) to Saturday, September 26, 2020 (All day)
Feel the thunder and join the herd at the annual Custer State Park Buffalo Roundup. Watch cowboys and cowgirls as they roundup and drive the herd of approximately 1,400 buffalo (number of animals vary depending on rangeland conditions) to the corrals.
Car Shows
Studebakers, bikes and hot rods will be shined up and lined up in September for visitors and gearheads to admire. Food, cars, music and a community of people to share it with—stop by and see it all.
Saturday, September 26, 2020
Quilt & Car Show
September 28th at the Edgemont City Park on 2nd Ave.
Vehicle registration begins at 9am. $10 to register
Awards at 2:30pm
Cash prizes and drawings!
Quilts will be on display at Nuts & Bolts 401 2nd.
Events at the Beginning of September
Friday, September 18, 2020 to Saturday, September 19, 2020
The Jam’s always been a premiere outdoor music festival in the region, and this year it will be on display for all at no charge.
Marathons, Races & More
As we move into the fall season, the weather cools just enough to get out and enjoy the colorful scenery changes. For many runners, bicyclists, and outdoor enthusiasts, it signals race season. Whether you’re in it for glory, beer, fun, or to bask in nature’s splendor, there are several marathons, races, and community get-togethers to keep you moving this September.
Saturday, September 26, 2020
Thanks to some of the most persistent roadside billboards advertising “free ice water” among other things, most people have heard of Wall Drug located in the town of Wall, SD. And just outside of the town lies Badlands National Park, a dramatic and ancient display of sandstone formations.
Sunday, September 27, 2020
This autumn hike is the public’s second chance of the year to walk up the world’s largest mountain carving in progress.
Events Later in September
Friday, September 25, 2020
If you love the beauty of the Black Hills, you won’t want to miss a chance to take home one-of-a-kind artwork painted on-site in the Black Hills! Watch artists painting live in action at various locations!
Friday, September 25, 2020 to Saturday, September 26, 2020
Due to COVID-19, Deadwood’s Hops ‘n Hogs originally scheduled for May 8-9 has been rescheduled for September 25-26, 2020. Tickets already purchased will be valid for the new date. if you would rather receive a refund please contact Jeanna Dewey at 605-717-7002.
Saturday, September 26, 2020
Downtown's biggest festival, The Great Downtown Pumpkin Festival, returns for its 12th year.
There’s something for everyone, so get your autumnal fix in the Black Hills and Badlands this September!
For a full line up of festivals and events in the Black Hills and Badlands, visit our Events Calendar.
