2009
April
April 24
Prairie Berry Winery - Bistro Evening
Our ever-popular Patio Bistro moves indoors! You've loved the wine, the food pairings, the varietal specific Riedel stemware, and the service, and now our Bistro Evenings can brighten your winter, too! Charge per person plus tax. Limit to 50 attendees.
May
May 3
Crazy Horse Memorial Korczak Day
The 62nd anniversary of sculptor Korczak Ziolkowski arriving in the Black Hills in 1947.
May 9
Art Extravaganza
Local artist demonstrate their talent on Main Street and at Prairie Berry Winery. Wide variety of art media, exhibition, art work for sale, flower and art appreciation tour.
May 10
Mother's Day - Treat Mom to a special Train Ride on the 1880 Train
Enjoy a meal with your Mom on Mother's Day at many of our great restaurants in town. Mom's ride for a child price when accompanied by a family member. Mom's will also receive a free box of chocolates from Mostly Chocolates! Advanced reservations only (at least 24 hours). Special train robbery for Mom's on the 1:15 p.m. departure.
May 23-25
Memorial Day Weekend Open House at Crazy Horse Memorial
The "Legends in Light" multimedia program starts its 2009 season this weekend and shows nightly throughout the summer.
June
June 6th & 7th
Crazy Horse Volksmarch
24th annual Crazy Horse Volksmarch hike to the face. The Crazy Horse Volksmarch is the most popular organized hike in the United States. It is a 10K (6.2-mile) hike to the arm of the world's largest mountain carving in progress.
June 13
Hill City Volksmarch - www.ava.org
This march is sponsored by the Black Hills Volks March Association Walk on Mickelson Trail through Hill City. Held in conjunction with the Heart of the Hills celebration Walk on forest service property. Walk along Railroad Ave. to Main Street. Black Hills Overdrive will have a car show in Hill City during Volksmarch. 5K & 10K - 2.
June 19-21
Crazy Horse Stampede Rodeo and Gift from Mother Earth Celebration
The 19th annual Crazy Horse Stampede Rodeo is one of the few rodeos with both a Professional Rodeo Cowboy's Association (PRCA) events and Great Plains Indian Rodeo Association (GPIRA) events.
June 21
Father's Day Special at the 1880 Train
Dad's ride for a child price when accompanied by a family member. Advanced reservations only (at least 24 hours). Special train robbery for Dad's on the 1:15 p.m. departure.
June 28-29
Sculpture in the Hills
A juried sculpture show and sale featuring artists from across the nation along with city-wide events.
July
July 3
Fireworks at Mt. Rushmore
See the annual Mt. Rushmore fireworks display from the comfort of the 1880 Train. Reserve in advance by calling 605-574-2222. Leave Hill City at 7:30 p.m. and travel to the viewing area. Champagne or soda will be served on the train. Once there, you will de-board the train, have a deluxe picnic box and view the fireworks. Fireworks are viewed from the side of Mt. Rushmore, approximately 1-2 miles from the memorial.
July 4
1880 Train
Shoot out schedule 1:15 departure.
July 25
The Alice Smith Flower Show
Categories include annuals, perennials, potted specimens, arrangements, table settings and children's division. Organized by the Evergreen Garden Club.
August
August 1-8
Bikers11 Breakfast with the Senior Citizens
Lots of food and friendly entertainment. All you can eat breakfast.
August 8 & 9
Tucker Day
Special needs children from around the area can participate in events tailored to their physical limitations.
Saturday the 8th (6 - 10 p.m.) - Barbeque and Cowboy Music by campfire, hay rides.
Sunday the Aug 9th (9 a.m. to 11 a.m.) - Rodeo Entry and Pre-activities, kid's games and entertainment.
(11 a.m. - 3 p.m.) - Special Needs Rodeo
August 15-24
Primal Quest
Co-ed teams of four will race without support crews through the Badland and the Black Hills. Athletes will spelunk in cave systems and test their climbing abilities. Racers will traverse many miles of single track in the mountain biking sections. Teams will run with herds of buffalo and share the trail with deer, prairie dogs, turkeys, elk and big horn sheep.
September
September 5
1880 Train Shoot Out on the 1:15 train to Oblivion
September 6
Crazy Horse Memorial - Night Blast
Night blast commemorating the 1877 death of Crazy Horse & 1908 birth of Korczak Ziolkowski. Crazy Horse Memorial are the two night blasts traditionally held each year. The spectacular ceremonial blasts light up the mountain with incredible fireballs and specially designed pyrotechnical features.
September 11-12
German Fall Fest
Ethnic food prepared & served by the German Club. Family fun, German beer, pepsi, free coffee, door prizes. Located at Palmer Gulch KOA Camp/Mt. Rushmore KOA/Palmer Gulch Resort, 3 miles south of Hill City on 16 & 385 to 244, then east 5 miles. Call 800-562-8503 For Camping & Room Reservations ADM, $8.00/person/day. Come kick up your heels to the music - this ain't fightin music.
September 18
Cowboy Supper and Show
Enjoy a western meal and music at High Country Guest Ranch's Cowboy Supper and Show. Dinner starts at 5 p.m. and the show starts at 6:30 p.m.
September 19-20
Western Heritage Festival
Parade, music, cowboy poetry, Western art, children's game and horse events round out this three day event.
Wine Express into the West
Experience the Wine Express into the West on Hill City's 1880 Train. Call 605-574-2222 or -1866-FOR-1880 for reservations and additional information. Our fifth year for this event, and the second year for it to be part of the Hill City Western Heritage Festival, this will be your chance to enjoy a memorable experience on Hill City's famous 1880 Train, featuring a tasty meal served with Prairie Berry wines throughout the trip. Ticket price includes food, wine, train ride, keepsake wine glass, plus Old West-style entertainment.
September 27
1880 Train Shoot Out on the 3:45 train to Oblivion
October
October 3
Mt. Rushmore/Crazy Horse Marathon
Two marathons, two half marathons, marathon relay, 5K and kids' run. Race starts at Mt. Rushmore National Monument and Crazy Horse Memorial. All races finish in downtown Hill City.
October 12
Native American Day
Free program and free buffalo stew for all visitors. Season finale of "Legends in Light" laser program.
