Top Must-See Black Hills and Badlands Concert Series of the Summer

The Black Hills and Badlands are bustling with live music on every main street, city square and entertainment venue in the summer. Whether you're looking for country, classic rock, bluegrass or the local sound, you're sure to find it. See what's in store for the top must-see Black Hills and Badlands concert series of the summer. 

May 20-June 14, Custer

Weekends, May 27-Sept. 2, Deadwood

May 27-Aug. 28, Deadwood

Wednesdays, June 1-Aug. 31, Deadwood

Wednesdays, June 1-July 20, Sturgis

Thursdays, June 2-Aug. 25, Rapid City

Summer Nights in Rapid City

Thursday, August 31, 2023

Summer Nights is a FREE event for all ages. Come join the fun! There’s no better way to experience the vibrant nightlife of Rapid City, SD!

The event occurs every Thursday during the Summer from 6:00pm – 9:00pm in the heart of downtown Rapid City, SD.

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Fridays, June 3-July 29, Spearfish

Spearfish Downtown Friday Nights

Friday, July 21, 2023

Every Friday from 6 to 9 pm, come enjoy the fun!

Live music, food, beer, crafts, and activities for kids. This downtown block party has everything you need for a fun-filled evening with friends and family!

The season runs from June 9nd through August 25th.

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June 16-18, Deadwood

June 18, Rapid City

June 24-June 26, Sturgis

42nd Annual Black Hills Bluegrass Festival

Friday, June 23, 2023 to Sunday, June 25, 2023

Join us at the Rush No More Resort & Campground, located off I-90, Exit 37, near Sturgis, SD. Shows are held RAIN OR SHINE in a lovely outdoor concert area with a large building we'll use  for concerts as well as a couple of indoor spaces available for jamming in case of rain.

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August 20, Rapid City

August 6, Sturgis Buffalo Chip

The fun doesn't stop here! Take a look at what's in store for the Must See Concerts of the 82nd Sturgis Motorcycle Rally.

Concerts You Have to See at the Sturgis Motorcycle Rally

The Sturgis Motorcycle Rally always has the biggest names and the loudest music, giving rally-goers the most rockin’ party in the U.S.

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For a full line up of festival and events in the Black Hills and Badlands, visit our Events Calendar.