RAPID CITY, SD — Get ready to raise a glass to the local artisans of hops and grain. Breweries across Rapid City and the surrounding Black Hills region are gearing up for South Dakota Craft Beer Week, a statewide celebration scheduled to run from March 9 through March 15.

This weeklong festival highlights the booming fermentation scene in the Mount Rushmore State, turning the spotlight on the independent makers who define the local culture. For seven days, beer enthusiasts can expect a curated schedule of unique experiences that go far beyond the standard pint.

Below is a breakdown of confirmed specials from breweries that responded with details.

Lost Cabin Beer Co. — Rapid City

Lost Cabin Beer Co. will host daily events and beer releases throughout the week.

Sunday, March 9

  • Release of Hibisced a Girl
  • Monday, March 10
  • Pint Day
  • Candle pouring pop up with Urban Glow Candle Co.

Wednesday, March 11

Beer release: Stick That in Your Pipe and Drum It (Irish Red)

  • Bingo at 6 p.m. supporting the Rapid City Professional Pipe and Drum Corps
  • Thursday, March 12
  • Beer release: Thank You Card brewed with Fernson Brewing
  • Live music from the MoonCats at 6 p.m.

Friday, March 13

Beer release: Jasmine Rice Lager brewed with chef Justin Warner of Bokujo Ramen

  • Pinball passport event across locations
  • Saturday, March 14
  • Beer release: Dry Irish Stout
  • Pub crawl hosted by the Rapid City Professional Pipe and Drum Corps

Sunday, March 15

  • Beermosas served all day
  • Live music by Matthew Teeslink at 1pm

Firehouse Brewing Company — Rapid City

Special during Craft Beer Week:

  • Build your own beer flight for $7
  • Receive a $5 pint with the purchase of the flight

Hay Camp Brewing Company — Rapid City

Planned releases:

  • Bourbon barrel aged imperial stout
  • Barrel aged sour collaboration
  • Additional releases may be announced during the week on the brewery’s social media.

Woodland Republic Brewing & Blending – Rapid City

Beer Releases:

  • Hot Mic, a hazy ale infused with jalapeño, Bramble Berry.
  • Bramble Berry, a sour milkshake IPA with blackberries.
  • Yabba Dabba, a fruity cereal sour with lactose.
  • Machete, a West Coast IPA featuring Simcoe, Mosaic and Denali hops.
  • Midtown Monk, a Belgian-style Dubbel.
  • The Keep 2026, an Imperial Stout aged for 24 months in a Willett Bourbon barrel.

Events:

  • $2 Tuesdays on all small pours
  • Trivia – Wednesday
  • D&D – Thursday
  • Leprechaun Publ Crawl, Saturday
  • St. Paddy’s Bingo, Sunday

Hairy Cow Brewery— Box Elder

  • Beer releases for Craft Beer Week:
  • Highland Hairy — Belgian Double IPA (8.3% ABV)
  • Ogle Oats, Oatmeal Stout (6% ABV)

Crow Peak Brewing Company — Spearfish

Specials:

  • Drink deals offered throughout the week.

South Dakota Craft Beer Week highlights breweries across Rapid City and the Black Hills while encouraging residents and visitors to explore the region’s craft beer scene. The weeklong celebration runs March 9 through March 15. Check local brewery websites and social media accounts to confirm details on pours and deals.