Rapid City is rolling into the first weekend of April with a packed lineup of events ranging from competitive keg hunts and live comedy to hockey celebrations, trivia nights, and Easter brunch traditions. Whether you’re looking for laughs, live music, or something a little different to celebrate the holiday weekend, there’s plenty happening across town.
Friday Starts the Weekend with a Citywide Hunt, Sing-Alongs and Stand-Up Comedy
The 21st Annual Easter Keg Hunt kicks things off Friday afternoon with check-in running from 4:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. Teams will spread across Rapid City searching for specially marked kegs and competing for more than $1,500 in prizes. Awards include cash for best team name, costume prizes, Buffalo Chip passes, Budweiser prize packages, Red Rock Golf passes, beer tabs and more. A team meeting begins at 5:40 p.m., with the hunt officially starting at 6 p.m. Participants must be 21 or older and are encouraged to plan ahead with a designated driver.
Later in the evening, Singo Bingo returns to Firehouse Pizzeria & Wine Cellars at 6 p.m. with a throwback playlist featuring 90s and Y2K hits. The game swaps numbers for song titles, giving players three chances to win each round. Guests are encouraged to arrive early for Wine Down Happy Hour from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m., featuring $5 glasses of house wine.
Stand-up comedy takes center stage at 7:30 p.m. as Carmen Lynch performs at West River Comedy Club. Lynch has appeared on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon, The Late Show with Stephen Colbert, Conan, and more. Her newest specials, Queef Week and Carmen Lynch en Español, are currently streaming on YouTube. The show is 21+.
Hockey fans can keep the energy going after the Rapid City Rush face the Tulsa Oilers by heading to the final Coors Light Postgame Party of the season at the DoubleTree by Hilton beginning at 9:30 p.m.
Saturday Brings Adult Easter Fun, Hockey Action and Trivia Competition
Saturday starts with a twist on a holiday favorite during Woodland Republic Brewing Company’s Adult Easter Egg Hunt at noon. Participants will have 30 minutes to search for eggs packed with prizes including free beers, merchandise, Rush tickets, gift cards, and a grand prize specialty Easter basket. VIP ticket holders receive a 20-second head start and a complimentary beer token. The afternoon continues with yard games, live music from Matthew Teeslink, and food from Poco Loco. Tickets are $15 and the event is strictly 21+.
That evening, the Rapid City Rush return to the ice for Affiliation Night at 7:05 p.m. at The Monument Ice Arena, celebrating the team’s connections to the Calgary Flames and Calgary Wranglers.
Trivia fans can test their knowledge at 8 p.m. during JEOPARDY! Bar League at Independent Ale House. The official bar-trivia version of America’s favorite quiz show features gift card prizes, Daily Double giveaways, and a chance to qualify for a $1,000 grand prize.
Live music rounds out Saturday night at Murphy’s Pub & Grill at 9 p.m. with Devon Fisher featuring Luke Graves on bass and Zac Conger on drums, performing a mix of country, folk and indie favorites.
Sunday Closes the Weekend with Easter Brunch Traditions
Sunday offers a relaxed finish to the weekend with the Easter Brunch Buffet at The Rushmore Hotel, with seatings at 11 a.m. and 1 p.m. Guests can enjoy chef-carved meats, seafood selections, desserts, and bottomless mimosas and Bloody Marys. Pricing is $50 for adults, $25 for children, and free for kids under five.
With everything from citywide scavenger hunts and national touring comedians to hockey matchups and holiday celebrations, Rapid City has a full weekend of entertainment lined up for residents and visitors alike.
