RAPID CITY, S.D. — Labor Day weekend is bringing another packed lineup of entertainment to Rapid City. From flowers and free pinball to live music, college football and a little Sunday creativity, there are plenty of ways to get out of the house from Friday through Sunday.
Friday
Start the weekend Friday morning with the Friday Flower Bar at Flowers by LeRoy from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Visitors can choose from a rotating selection of flowers sold by the stem and create their own custom bouquet while supplies last.
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 while connecting with other local enthusiasts.
Friday night’s live music gets underway at 8 p.m. when J. Graves brings a high-energy blend of post-punk and alternative rock to VFW Post 1273.
Also at 8 p.m., Orion and Stacey Potter perform at the Tinder Box, offering another option for live music downtown.
The night wraps up at 9 p.m. with Jessica Loobey performing as part of Murphy’s Summer Patio Series.
Saturday
Saturday’s activities begin at noon with Saturday Bingo at VFW Post 1273. The event is open to the public, with multiple rounds of bingo and a portion of the proceeds supporting veteran programs and community projects.
At 1 p.m., college football returns to Rapid City as the South Dakota Mines Hardrockers host Southwest Baptist for their home opener at O’Harra Stadium.
Saturday evening, Orion and Stacey Potter return to the Tinder Box for another live performance beginning at 8 p.m.
At 9 p.m., Hot City Soul takes over Murphy’s Summer Patio Series, giving music fans another chance to enjoy a late-summer night in downtown Rapid City.
Sunday
The Labor Day weekend continues Sunday with something for the artists.
At noon, Canvas 2 Paint hosts its “Little Plumes” painting class. Participants can spend the afternoon creating their own artwork with step-by-step instruction along the way.
Whether you’re looking for live music, college football, a little friendly competition or a chance to get creative, Rapid City has plenty happening throughout Labor Day weekend.
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