RAPID CITY, S.D. — Fall is starting to make its presence known in the Black Hills, and Rapid City has another busy weekend ahead. From roasted chile peppers and vintage shopping to monster trucks, live music, classic cars and comedy, there are plenty of reasons to get out of the house from Friday through Sunday.

Friday

The weekend begins at 8 a.m. with the 21st Annual Chile Pepper Festival at Jolly Lane Greenhouse. The longtime Rapid City fall tradition features freshly roasted chile peppers, farm-fresh produce, local vendors, food trucks, drinks and live music throughout the day.

At 4 p.m., Free Pinball Friday returns to Hay Camp Brewing Company. Players of all ages and skill levels can enjoy two hours of free pinball and connect with other local players.

Friday evening brings more action to Rapid City, with the Monster X Tour at Black Hills Speedway beginning at 5 p.m. The motorsports event features monster trucks, racing, freestyle action and plenty of horsepower.

Saturday

The Chile Pepper Festival continues Saturday beginning at 8 a.m. at Jolly Lane Greenhouse, with another full day of roasted peppers, food, vendors and live entertainment.

At 10 a.m., Kountry Junkin’ Vintage Market opens inside the Barnett Fieldhouse at The Monument. Shoppers can browse vintage finds, handmade goods, home décor and other unique treasures.

Also beginning at 10 a.m., Crazy Dayz takes over downtown Rapid City, with local boutiques, specialty shops, restaurants and other businesses offering sidewalk sales, discounts and special deals.

At noon, the Monster X Tour brings another round of monster truck action to Black Hills Speedway.

Then at 9 p.m., Black Hills Soul takes the stage at Murphy’s Pub & Grill, giving music fans a chance to wrap up Saturday with live music downtown.

Sunday

Sunday begins at 9 a.m. with the End of Summer Treasure Hunt Craft Fair at The Monument. The free event features handmade crafts, vendors, concessions and plenty of unique items to browse.

At 10 a.m., the 44th Annual Black Hills Super Swap Meet & Car Corral opens at the Central States Fairgrounds. Admission is free, with automotive parts, memorabilia, collectibles, cars, trucks, motorcycles and vendors from around the region.

Then at 6 p.m., nationally touring comedian Jeff Dye takes the stage at West River Comedy Club in downtown Rapid City. Known for his energetic stand-up and crowd interaction, Dye provides a night of laughs to close out the weekend.

From fall festivals and vintage treasures to monster trucks, live music, classic cars and comedy, Rapid City has a little bit of everything happening this weekend.

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