Dazzling November Events in the Black Hills and Badlands

9th Annual Girlfriends' Weekend

Begins Friday, November 5th, 2021 and continues into Sunday Brunch & Bingo! Grab your Girlfriends' and enjoy Hill City for shopping, sipping, dining, activities and entertainment.​

Come experience the national parks! On five days in 2021, all National Park Service sites that charge an entrance fee will offer free admission to everyone. Mark your calendar for these entrance fee–free dates in 2021:

November 11: Veterans Day

Show your support and appreciation for our armed forces who have served and are currently serving, by attending the Veteran’s Day Ceremony at Main Street Square.

Hear from veterans and enjoy our national anthem.

Celebrate the art and artists that help advance our cultural landscape during Rapid City Arts Council’s (RCAC) stunning annual art party, The Goods. Friday, November 12th, 2021 will be a night to remember, filled with art, music and artists!

The revue features 15 musical performances with music from several popular Broadway musicals performed without major sets or scripts. The show will have ensembles, solos, duets and more!

Did you enjoy “Dearly Beloved?” Don’t miss the hilarious, holiday sequel “Christmas Belles.” A church Christmas program spins hilariously out of control in this Southern farce about squabbling sisters, family secrets, a surly Santa, a vengeful sheep and a reluctant Elvis impersonator.

Big Whiskey participants can expect to select from more than 30 different Whiskeys including Rye, Scotch, Irish, Bourbon, Japanese & Canadian at several different locations during the Big Whiskey Festival.

Help us usher in the holiday season with a festive celebration, including ice skating, tree lighting, Santa Claus' arrival, musical performances to delight young and old alike and more.

Create a new tradition with your family and loved ones:  Come to Hill City for our Olde Tyme Christmas!

Experience the magic as you take a one hour, round trip journey on the 1880 Train from Hill City to the North Pole where Santa will board the train and ride back to Hill City, taking time to visit with each child on the way.

Belle Fourche is the place to be to get in the Christmas Holiday spirit! Kick off the Christmas season with us at the Center of the Nation - Belle Fourche, SD!

(Schedule is currently subject to change as more details are added)

Every year, there comes a magical evening when crowds gather and children’s eyes glow with wonder. In downtown Rapid City, floats strung with thousands of lights sparkle in the trees, twinkle on the buildings, and dazzle more than 30,000 spectators.​

Explore a beautiful display of trees decorated by area businesses and attractions at the Custer State Park Visitor Center and vote for your favorite tree! Voting ends January 1, 2022 and the display will be available for viewing throughout the month of December. 

Help us usher in the holiday season with a festive celebration, including ice skating, tree lighting, Santa Claus' arrival, musical performances to delight young and old alike and more.