RAPID CITY, S.D. — August arrives with plenty to do across the Black Hills as live music, local entertainment and the beginning of Sturgis Motorcycle Rally festivities fill the weekend. From flowers and pinball to one of the biggest concerts of the summer, here are a few ways to spend your Friday and Saturday.
Friday
Start Friday morning at Flowers by LeRoy with the weekly Friday Flower Bar beginning at 10 a.m. Shoppers can choose from a rotating selection of flowers sold individually by the stem and create their own custom bouquets while supplies last.
At 4 p.m., Free Pinball Friday returns to Hay Camp Brewing Company. The free two-hour social session welcomes players of all ages and experience levels, offering a family-friendly opportunity to play pinball and connect with other local enthusiasts.
Friday evening, Skybox Sports Bar hosts Singo Bingo beginning at 6 p.m. This week’s edition features 2010s hits and rock and roll, with two free rounds of music bingo and prizes available for winners.
At 8:30 p.m., Fireball Friday Karaoke takes over 707 Sports Bar & Nightlife. Business Entertainment will keep the music rolling as guests take the microphone and sing their favorite songs to kick off the weekend.
Saturday
Saturday starts with Adult Hip Hop Dance Class at 605 Grit Fitness from 10 to 11 a.m. New participants can attend their first class for free.
Live music takes over Hart Ranch Saturday evening as Bottom Line performs beginning at 7 p.m. Happy Hour starts at 6 p.m., and the concert is free to attend. Guests are encouraged to bring a chair and settle in for an evening of music and dancing.
Also at 7 p.m., multi-platinum rock band Goo Goo Dolls bring their Summer 2026 Tour to The Monument with special guest Neon Trees. Formed in 1986, Goo Goo Dolls have sold millions of records worldwide and built a catalog of rock radio staples across four decades.
Later Saturday night, Rapid City’s own Rowan Grace takes the stage at Murphy’s Pub & Grill at 9 p.m. as part of the Murphy’s Summer Patio Series, continuing a season of live local and regional music in downtown Rapid City.
Rally Season Begins
The weekend also marks the beginning of live music at Loud American Roadhouse in Sturgis, with performances starting Friday and continuing throughout the Sturgis Motorcycle Rally.
With Rally season getting underway, the Black Hills will be filled with concerts, motorcycles and entertainment throughout the coming days.
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