These Fireworks Displays In South Dakota Will Drop Your Jaw

(For a complete list of Fourth of July 2017 fireworks shows in South Dakota, click here.)

Independence Day is right around the corner, which means it’s time to plan how you’re going to spend it. The best way to celebrate the Fourth of July is pulling up a lawn chair and a cooler at some beautiful displays of fireworks held all over South Dakota. Unfortunately, many places can’t have fireworks due to environmental factors, but there are still plenty you can attend. Here are some of the best displays of fireworks in the state.

Black Hills Roundup via Facebook

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Enjoy some fireworks after the 97th Annual Black Hills Roundup Rodeo festivities held all weekend long. The fireworks will be featured after a concert. There's so much to enjoy there this Independence Day!

Where: 415 5th Ave, Belle Forche When: Fireworks after the 7:00 PM concert, July 3rd

Custer, SD via Facebook

Custer, SD via Facebook

As soon as the sun sets over Pageant Hill in Custer, a fantastic display of beautiful fireworks will be hosted for all who attend to enjoy.

Where: Pageant Hill, Custer When: Dusk, July 4th

Lead Chamber of Commerce via Facebook

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This is one of the largest fireworks shows in the Black Hills and will make your Independence Day a memorable one. Enjoy all the events Lead has to offer the whole weekend and finish it off with spectacular bursts of light!

Where: The Open Cut, Lead When: Dusk, July 4th

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Bring the family into Hot Springs to watch the amazing display they put on each year. Don't forget to pack the cooler to enjoy some refreshments while you watch, and then you'll have your perfect Fourth of July!

Where: Hot Springs Materials Recovery Facility When: Dusk, July 4th

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One of the oldest rodeos in South Dakota is also host to one of the biggest fireworks displays directly following the events. As soon as the exciting, rough riding rodeo has concluded and the sun has set, sit back and enjoy the show.

Where: Frontier Days Rodeo, Interior When: At dusk on July 3rd, and directly following the conclusion of the rodeo on July 4th

There are tons of other Independence Day events happening all over South Dakota that are a blast to attend, even without fireworks. Check your local area to see what fun festivals are being held there. Here are a couple of other events with fireworks happening in South Dakota:

Post 22 Fireworks

Post 22 Baseball Field, Rapid City, SD. Fireworks begin at dusk on July 3rd

Box Elder Bash

Box Elder, SD. Fireworks following the day’s events, July 2nd.

It is important to remember that many areas of South Dakota do not allow fireworks and may temporarily disallow them due to environmental conditions. Make sure to check with local laws before setting off any of your own fireworks. Stay safe and have a great Fourth of July!