You Will Want To Kick Off The Season At This South Dakota Fall Festival
The Great Downtown Pumpkin Festival in Rapid City, South Dakota, offers a unique fall experience with various pumpkin-themed activities and local entertainment.
Nothing screams fall quite like pumpkins, so when we discover festivals and events revolving around this epic gourd, we cannot help but shriek with delight! If you also scream for ice cream - er, I mean pumpkins - you are going to go crazy for this incredible South Dakota fall festival:
Taking place September 29th, 2018 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. is the 10th annual Rapid City Great Downtown Pumpkin Festival, which is the locals' favorite way to kick off this most colorful time of the year!
Do you think that if you have attended a fall festival elsewhere that you have experienced everything they have to offer? Think again, as the Great Downtown Pumpkin Festival is truly one-of-a-kind with its kick-off drum line...
This Magical Hot Air Balloon Glow In South Dakota Will Light Up Your Summer
Experience the magical Fall River Hot Air Balloon Festival in Hot Springs, South Dakota, featuring daytime launches and a captivating nighttime balloon glow.
No matter your age, there is nothing quite as magical and enchanting as seeing a colorful hot air balloon floating high above and through the sky. While this whimsical activity is fun at any time of day, it becomes all the more incredible at night when the world is dark and is lit by only moonlight and a captivating balloon glow. Are you ready to experience this completely magical event for yourself? Then make plans to attend South Dakota's Fall River Hot Air Balloon Festival which is guaranteed to light up your summer!
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Taking place August 23-25, 2024 is the 9th annual Fall River Hot Air Balloon Festival!
If you like to see things light up the dark night sky, definitely make plans to attend. This enchanting event takes place at the Southern Hills Golf Course. This hot air balloon night glow is the perfect end to an already perfect day and features not only beautiful balloons, but live music as well.
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Are you feeling brave and want to take part in the festival?
... attendees who come from all over South Dakota can participate in a 5K walk, play in the kid zone, shop at the sidewalk sale, enter a walk-in balloon, and more!
The festival address is 801 S. 6th Street, Hot Springs, SD 57747.
Have you had the opportunity to attend this SoDak hot air balloon festival? Did you see the nighttime balloon glow? If so, what was your favorite part? Would you agree that it is one of the best hot air balloon festivals in South Dakota? We'd love to read about your experience in the comments section below!
For other can't-miss South Dakota events, check out these unique festivals in SD:
No matter what time of year it might be, there are ALWAYS tons of festivals coming up at some point all over South Dakota. From exciting rodeos to outdoor music events, you have got to experience them yourself! Here are some of the downright best events and festivals in South Dakota that everyone ought to experience at least once:
Whether you are a biker, motorcycle enthusiast, or just an observer, the annual motorcycle rally held in Sturgis is quite the sight to behold. Thousands of bikers from all over gather to take a scenic drive through the beautiful Black Hills of South Dakota in one huge group ride. There are tons of things for everyone to see and do on main street in Sturgis each year.
Get the show of a lifetime out on the prairie stage. Every year, De Smet holds this pageant that draws hundreds of people to see the history of life in South Dakota played out in front of them in spectacular fashion. Other activities and events are held during the day. Take a trip to the past at this awesome event! Fan of North Dakota's history will be fans of this little event!
This is the event that really packs them in to historic Deadwood, SD. Live music performances, shows, vendors, you name it - everything that makes a great festival is at Wild Bill Days. Just prepare for it to be busy!
One of the biggest stock shows in South Dakota is held annually in Rapid City. Tons of events are held here every year. Rodeo sports like barrel racing and bull riding are some favorites. Hundreds of stock animals are bought and sold here, and there are plenty of vendors selling their wares: everything from delicious food to handmade art. Come to browse or come for the excitement of the rodeo; either way, you're in for a good time. If you're a fan of stock shows, you might also enjoy some of the amazing flea markets in South Dakota.
Let the music overtake you at the annual Jazzfest in Sioux Falls. There is live music from local artists and national stars alike, all day. Even if you're not a jazz fan, you should check this one out at least once. It's an amazing experience! This event is one of those things to love about South Dakota we wish was all year long.
Thousands of people visit this historic state park in South Dakota each year to experience this festival, featuring live shows and plenty of other activities to make the day awesome. Discover history through the amazing performances at Fort Sisseton Historical Festival.
All the thrills of a rodeo packed into one awesome festival! The Days of '76 Rodeo is just loaded with awesome events and everything you could ever think of to be at a rodeo. Horses and riders especially show off in some intense competitions that will have you on the edge of your seat. It's just an all-around great time to be had. Besides, rodeos are just one of those things people from South Dakota are good at.
8. Yankton Riverboat Days & Summer Arts Festival - Yankton
Enjoy a summer day out in the sun while browsing through tons of beautiful works of art by many artists and vendors from all over the place. It's also a great way to see picturesque Yankton. Be sure to get there in time for the parade through town at this iconic summer festival in South Dakota.
The best time of the year for many is the annual state fair, and South Dakota's state fair does not disappoint. All the carnival rides and stand favorites everyone knows and loves and some amazing events take place every year in Huron, South Dakota. Don't forget about the fair food - you'll be stuffed by the end of the day! This is one of those things to do in South Dakota before you die if we ever saw one.
10. Custer State Park Buffalo Roundup - Custer
This really needs to be seen in person to get the true experience, but check out this video of a roundup from a few years ago! The giant herd of bison in Custer State Park is moved annually, and you can get a front-row seat to this exciting event that will put you right back into the old west.
What are some other awesome events and festivals in South Dakota you look forward to every year? Tell us your thoughts in the comments!
