RAPID CITY, S.D. — The final weekend of the 86th Annual Sturgis Motorcycle Rally is here, and there is still plenty happening from downtown Rapid City to Sturgis.
Friday
Rally week continues Friday with riders, vendors, live entertainment and motorcycle culture filling Sturgis and the surrounding Black Hills.
The Legendary Buffalo Chip keeps its Rally entertainment rolling Friday with rock band Fuel alongside Bare Knuckle Fighting Championship action and additional entertainment throughout the day.
Over at the Iron Horse Saloon, country fans can catch Sammy Kershaw as part of the venue’s final Rally weekend lineup.
Beyond the major stages, visitors can spend the day exploring downtown Sturgis, checking out motorcycles and vendors or taking one of the countless scenic rides through the Black Hills before settling in for an evening of live entertainment.
Saturday
Back in Rapid City, families can celebrate the end of summer at the Back to School Block Party at Main Street Square from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
The downtown event will feature water slides, inflatables, food trucks, vendors and activities throughout the day, giving families one more opportunity to enjoy summer before the new school year begins.
Saturday also marks the final full day of the 2026 Sturgis Motorcycle Rally, with another packed day of motorcycles and entertainment.
The Buffalo Chip closes out its Saturday concert schedule with The Iron Maidens, an all-female tribute to Iron Maiden, alongside Van Zeppelin, bringing the music of Van Halen and Led Zeppelin together for a final night of classic rock celebration.
Throughout the day, Rally visitors can also find motorcycle shows, contests, vendors, demonstrations and other entertainment across the Sturgis area.
One Last Ride
Even as the Rally reaches its final weekend, the Black Hills remain the real star of the show. Riders can make the most of the remaining days with trips through the region’s winding highways and stops throughout Sturgis, Deadwood and the surrounding communities.
Whether you’re spending Saturday with the family in downtown Rapid City or squeezing in one last ride and concert in Sturgis, there’s still time to enjoy one of the busiest weeks of the year in western South Dakota.
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