Spearfish / Black Hills KOA Holiday Events

The bi-annual Crazy Horse Volksmarch (an organized hike) is a 10K or 6.2-mile woodlands ramble to the world's largest mountain carving in progress in the southern Black Hills of South Dakota. The Spring Volksmarch in 2024 will only be the first Saturday of June.

COURSE INFOThe Deadwood Mickelson Trail Marathon is a point to point course, beginning in the hamlet of Rochford, the first 1.5 miles are on the road. At this point, the course becomes the Mickelson Trail. The next 12 miles are a mixture of gentle uphill and flat terrain. From there to mile 19 is downhill, From 19.6 to about 20, there is a serious downhill… it's runable, but you have to be careful not to become a “runaway.” From this point to the end, the course is either downhill or flat and finishes at the historic Engine House at end of the line…the Deadwood Trailhead.

Join us on Friday nights for great live music, a beer garden and food booths, sidewalk sales and street vendors, and a kids' play area with a jumping castle and petting zoo.

The Fools Gold Gravel Grinder: This is the shortest ride in our Gold Rush race and is a great place to start if you are new to gravel endurance riding/racing. This ride is all about the fun and challenge of just finishing, and everyone who makes the cut-offs and crosses the finish line will get a Fools Gold finishers award!  In the Fools Gold, we give you more time to finish the race, with a generous 7mph average needed to make the first checkpoint/aid station. This route may be our shortest in distance, but don't let it 'Fool ya', as it is a challenging 45 mile, single-loop course. It consists of 3,800 ft of climbing and will be a challenge, no matter your fitness level.  The 5 mile lead out, and last 13 miles down Spearfish Canyon, are the only pavement on the course. 
 The Gold Dust Gravel Grinder: This ride is all about the fun and challenge of just finishing, and everyone who makes the cut-offs, makes the check-point, and crosses the finish line will get a Gold Dust finishers award!  In the Gold Dust, we give you more time to reach each checkpoint, than the more difficult Gold Rush and Mother Lode routes.  This route is a challenging 70 mile, single-loop course. The 5 mile lead out, and last 13 miles down Spearfish Canyon, are the only pavement on the course.  There is 4,500+ ft. of steady climbing on this course and it is a challenge, no matter your fitness level. The Gold Rush Gravel Grinder is the Black Hills Premier Gravel Road Race. It is a  110 mile long, single-loop route that will take you through the beautiful Black Hills of South Dakota. The event is intended to be a fun, yet challenging, endurance gravel road race/ride that will use open public-access gravel and dirt roads, through the Black Hills National forest and into Wyyyooommming!  The course will consist of mostly gravel, some dirt, possible mud, and a bit of pavement (gasp!), while rolling over open prairie, meandering through beautiful canyons with flowing creeks, exploring the deep forest, and  climbing to several spectacular vistas. This race is intended for people familiar to gravel riding that can average a minimum 10mph pace. This is a semi-supported race due to limited access to water and cell reception, with over 7,000 ft. of climbing! ?The Mother Lode: If you are into more of a self supported, ultra endurance, adventure type of race, then this is the race for you!  The Mother Lode race is not for beginners, as it is a very challenging ride.  You must have completed the Gold Rush Race, or a similar race of at least 100 miles, before registering for this event! It is an ultra, 210 mile ride that will take you on a tour through both the Northern and Southern Black Hills of South Dakota.

Wild Bill Days – Deadwood, South Dakota
Celebrate the life and times of one of Deadwood's most famous gunslingers—Wild Bill Hickok. See big-name artists and your favorite bands perform live concerts on Main Street all weekend long.

Sturgis Camaro Rally is an all generation Camaro event featuring a show & shine, drag racing, auto cross, poker runs, and much much more! Camaro owners will get the chance to cruise through the beautiful Black Hills of South Dakota with their fellow Camaro owners while celebrating the number one American muscle car, the Chevy Camaro.

This 5-day 3-Wheeler event will be based out of Historic Deadwood, SD at the Deadwood Event Complex (a.k.a. Rodeo Grounds) with daily destination rides to sites in and throughout the Black Hills area.REGISTRATION INFORMATIONOther activities for the week include vendors, socials/BBQ, entertainment, Trike Show n' Shine, poker runs, awards night, trike parade, music, trike games of skill, charitable fundraising and more!Each registrant receives an event patch, pin, and discount coupons for food, gaming and admission to local and area attractions. An event wristband provides admission to the 3 Wheeler Central socials, event vendors, Trike Show n Shine, Poker Runs, Trike Games and other activities associated with the event.The public is welcome to walk through the vendor area at no charge.

The HALF MARATHON is a road race down the beautiful Spearfish Canyon Scenic Byway featuring limestone canyon walls blanketed with coniferous and deciduous trees along Spearfish Creek. Runners begin in Savoy at 7 AM and follow Highway 14A, Spearfish Canyon Scenic Byway, to the Spearfish City Park.   Cost $75  -  $90 day prior/at event
-All participants receive a participation medal. Virtual participants will be mailed a medal for completion of the race if a time is reported.
-The top 3 finishers will receive place medals in the following age categories: under 12, 12-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70+
-Everyone registered by June 25 will receive a race shirt/tank.
-The Half Marathon course is a certified course (USATF Certificate SD16003BK). Participants must run on the left side of the road or  be DISQUALIFIED.
-Buses will be available to transport runners from the Spearfish City Park to the starting point of the half marathon beginning at 5:30 a.m. on July 13. The last bus will leave at 6:00 a.m. Participants are welcome to be dropped off at the starting point near Savoy. However, traffic can get extremely congested, so we strongly encourage runners to ride the bus.
 The 5K starts and ends in the Spearfish City Park. Runners follow the road through the campground and connect with the bike path to the canyon parking lot, then head back down the scenic byway to reconnect with the bike path to end in the park. Cost $40 -  $50 day prior/at event
-The top 3 finishers will receive place medals in the following age categories: under 12, 12-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70+
-Everyone registered by June 25 will receive a race shirt/tank.
-Team registrations are available. Prizes will be awarded for the fastest team, most unique costumes, and the best team spirit.

**Free t-shirts/tanks are only available for those participants who pre-register by 6/25/2024.**
Spectator t-shirts/tanks can be purchased online prior to June 25, 2024.
(MENS' SIZES--TSHIRTS, WOMENS' SIZES--RAZORBACK TANKS, YOUTH SIZES--TSHIRTS)

WHERE: DOWNTOWN SPEARFISH
WHEN: July 17-20, 2024 | ALL DAY
With a variety of events throughout Spearfish, there is always something going on to keep you busy. Autocross races will be held in the Donald E. Young Center parking lot. This is a great event to see the raw power of the Corvette.
Vette Street USA begins at 6:00 PM on Friday, July 19 in Downtown Spearfish and gives the drivers an opportunity to show their cars off to the public.

WHERE: SPEARFISH CITY PARK
WHEN: FRIDAY, JULY 19, 2024 - JULY 21, 2024 | ALL DAY
Join thousands of locals and visitors for a festive stroll through Spearfish City Park, enjoying the sights and sounds of one of the largest and most popular artist events in the Black Hills. The annual Festival in the Park attracts more than 200 regional vendors, offering items from art and jewelry to food and furniture. Take in some live music at The Watering Hole, browse for unique art items and gifts, and enjoy a wide variety of food and beverage vendors.

102 YEARS OF RODEOSince 1998, the Days of '76 Rodeo has been honored with the Rodeo Committee of the Year award 19 times. The Days of '76 is also a 16-time winner of the Badlands Circuit Rodeo of the Year award and was inducted into the Pro Rodeo Hall of Fame in July 2011.

Celebrating 84 years of the world's largest biker party on the planet!  And if you need a place to stay for the rally, look no further than the Black Hills/Spearfish KOA located only 20 short miles from Sturgis!  Enjoy the Rally, the Black Hills and concerts all from the most beautiful campground in the Hills!

This all-woman marathon follows a gentle downhill journey through Spearfish Canyon from Lead to Spearfish. It is scenic, serene, and spectacular.The 26.2-mile full marathon started at Lead Country Club. Runners in the 13.1-mile half marathon started just north of Savoy.The Leading Ladies Marathon course is USATF-certified and is a qualifier for the world-famous Boston Marathon. Marathon and half marathon races end a weekend that includes a writer's workshop, guest speakers, and shorter road races for other runners.

Kool Deadwood Nights brings car lovers together for four days full of classic cars, classic music and classic fun. It's a 50's and 60's sock hop - Deadwood style. Enjoy parades, show and shines and FREE concerts on Main Street featuring the biggest names in rock 'n roll history.

A Week Long Mustang Rally Packed with Racing Events, Cruises, a Car Show and Fun Filled Events.

Catch Up with Old Friends and
Make New Ones Along the Way.

The Dakota Five-O entices mountain bike riders from across the country. From the pristine, hand built single track that graces much of the course, to the high spirited after party, riders are impressed with the event and the beautiful town of Spearfish in which it is held.

The Deadwood Jam is a long-running, legendary live-music festival featuring artists and tunes from many genres – a little something for everyone.  And it's Deadwood's last official outdoor event of the summer. A definite MUST do! The Deadwood Jam is held at Outlaw Square on historic Deadwood Main Street. And this year it's FREE! That's right – you can enjoy listening to all the bands at no charge. WOW! Sip your favorite beer or wine outside while you listen - open container is in effect. All you need is an official Deadwood Event Cup to participate. They're available from many establishments – check for availability and pricing.

WHEN AND WHERE IS THE EVENT? This is an annual event that happens the last Friday in September at Custer State Park, located near Custer, in southwestern South Dakota. Be sure to to determine which viewing area you will be going to prior to arriving at the park on Friday morning. 
Friday, SEPTEMBER 27th, 2023

• Gates Open at 6:15 a.m.
  
• Round Up Begins at 9:30 a.m.
  
• Branding and Sorting Begins at 1:00 p.m.
  

Join us in welcoming more than 20 top songwriters and artists to Deadwood to take part in the annual Wild West Songwriters Festival. This two-day festival will feature informal performances at various locations around Deadwood, writers rounds, and Grand Jam sessions. Discover the moments that inspired your favorite hits and hear the songwriters themselves put their original spin on what came to be a radio smash. Admission: Tickets will be available through Ticketmaster.  October 13th and14th, 2023.