A gateway community with 7,000 residents on I-90 at Exits 30 and 32. Home of the legendary Sturgis Motorcycle Rally, Black Hills National Cemetery, Bear Butte State Park, Fort Meade Cavalry Museum, Sturgis Motorcycle Museum & Hall of Fame and Wonderland Cave. Enjoy the local public golf course and scenic drives through Vanocker Canyon or Boulder Canyon.

The city of Sturgis was started in 1888 as a boom town catering to off-duty soldiers just outside the U.S. Cavalry's Fort Meade. Later it became a port of entry to the Black Hills goldfields. Today, Sturgis is known worldwide as "Motorcycle City USA." It hosts "Rodeos To Rallies." I-90 Exits 30 & 32.

70th Annual Sturgis Motorcycle Rally - August 9-15
Every August the community town of Sturgis, population 7,000, welcomes thousands  motorcycle enthusiasts.  Sturgis  becomes a metropolis drawing folks from around the world, first class entertainment, food, and more. 

Relive a bit of history by returning to the racing roots of the rally and enjoy the exciting handlebar-to-handlebar racing at the Sturgis Half Mile, Sturgis Dragway and Jackpine Gypsies Hill Climb. Five city blocks are barricaded, allowing only motorcycle traffic and parking, and where you will see some of the most exotic, customized bikes in the world.

Be sure to take in the scenery of the beautiful Black Hills. It is known that the riding in the Black Hills cannot be matched. Participate in an organized ride, such as the Sturgis Mayor's ride, or tour the hills on your own.

4th Annual Mustang Rally - Labor Day Week-end
Join in the farewell to summer as Sturgis welcomes Mustang enthusiasts from around the country for the 4th annual event.  Take part in autocross & drag racing, poker runs, kids events, and more.  Go to www.SturgisMustangRally.com for information.  Make your reservations today at one of the local hotels or campgrounds!

Legendary Main Street Sculpture Walk - May through October
Juried works will line Main Street from May 1st through October. This is a must see for every visitor!  While strolling down Main Street be sure to visit Weaver Art Gallery!

PRCA Rodeo - June 19-20
will be held at the Sturgis Fairgrounds. Saturday, the 19th is family night! There will be a family package that includes a free barbecue before the rodeo, mutton busting and more. An afternoon rodeo will be presented on Sunday, the 20th. Discount tickets will be given to veterans and employees from Ft. Meade. Contact the Chamber for additional information.

Hands On Art Festival & Blue Grass Festival - June 26-27
June 26-27 will be the hands on arts festival.  This is a  first of its kind in the region.  Artists will line Main Street providing opportunities for the spectator to purchase, watch, or even participate.   There will be a special area for youth. 

If you are interested in being an artist or providing a youth activity contact the Chamber office at 347-2556 or go to www.Sturgis-sd.org.

Known for bringing top notch bands to Sturgis the Loud American Roadhouse will feature the Judd Hoos band, a 4-piece rock powerhouse the evening of June 25th, as the artists roll into town and set up for Saturday. Check out all of the Loud's event at www.LoudAmericanRoadhouse.com 

The Knucke will host the Red Willow Band Saturday night. The Knuckle hosts several events throughout the summer, so check out their schedule at www.theknuckle.com

QUILT SHOW will be hosted in the Sturgis Armory sponsored by the Sturgis Arts Council.

June 25th-June27th, Elkview Campground will be hosting the 30th Annual Black Hills Bluegrass Festival. Bands playing will be: The Chapmans, The Bluegrass Patriots, Finders & Youngberg, Turtle Creek Bluegrass Band, String Tied, Black Hills Bluegrass Band, Six Mile Road, Cambria String Band and The Coull Band. There will be activities for kids, music workshops, and more. For additional info go to www.blackhilllsbluegrass.com. 

BAM - Bicycle - Arts- Music
Sturgis Center for the Arts will present the 3rd annual family festival in our beautiful City Park.  It won't take you long to see why they chose the location.  Filled with lovely old Cottonwood trees, a stage, playground fun, and shelters it makes the perfect place to enjoy a summer event. 

You will hear local and regional musicians jam, view the wares of area artists, sample some tasty cuisine, watch the bikes perform and much more.  This event is a collaboration of many who invite you to join them on JULY 10th!

Fort Meade
Fort Meade was established in 1878 to protect the gold seekers and settlers against hostile Sioux Indians, who saw the invasion as a break in the Black Hills Treaty of 1877. The treaty had designated the Black Hills and surrounding prairie as Sioux Indian land. The military installation lasted until 1944, outliving other frontier posts of the Upper Missouri West. The fort today is home to Fort Meade Museum, many original buildings, parade grounds and a Veterans Administration Hospital.  The museum is open mid-May through August, 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. daily. Located two miles east of Sturgis on State Hwy. 34.

Bear Butte State Park
Visitors to this sentinel mountain just east of Sturgis should stop at the Bear Butte Education Center. There learn about the geological story of this almost-volcano; its role as a pioneer landmark; and its continuing role as a holy mountain and founding place of religion for several tribes of Plains Indians. From here, a two-mile trail makes the climb to the summit. Summer hours at the Education Center are 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily.