Dazzling November Events in the Black Hills and Badlands

Explore Deadwood and sample varieties of Whiskey, Scotch and Bourbon at participating locations.

South Dakota’s largest beer festival, Mountain West® Beer Fest presented by Mr. Liquor, the premier craft beer tasting event in the region, is held in November at the Rushmore Hall inside The Monument in downtown Rapid City, SD.

Join us for a Victorian Christmas in Keystone!

Parade

The parade will be held on the evening of November 18th at 6 PM. The lineup starts on the west end of Swanzey St. at 5 PM. The parade will end at 1101 Madill St. at the Town of Keystone Community Center. 

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.

Get Spiked!

Holiday Express Spiked passengers enjoy everything received with a regular ride along with spiked hot cocoa in a keepsake mug!

Spiked-only departures will run on November 25 & 26 and December 3, 10, 11, 17, 18, 27 & 28, times varying.

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!

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.

Start your Holiday Shopping off right at Miners & Merchants Trading Post and Lead Main Street!

Grab a bag of goodies and offers from Miners and Merchants then continue your shopping through Lead.

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.