The Black Hills are home to a spectacular and diverse range of rock climbing. The setting here is magical and calm compared to other climbing destinations, while the climbing itself remains world-class. For experienced climbers, casting off into the unknown in a new place can be intimidating. But…
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Choosing the right meeting destination starts long before attendees walk into the venue. It starts with the flight search, the arrival experience, and the confidence that guests can get from gate to gathering without losing half a day to travel stress. That is where Rapid City delivers. Rapid City…
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The road to the Black Hills leads to more than granite peaks, pine-covered hills, and wide-open skies. It also opens the door to a dining scene ready for every kind of visit. Start the morning with breakfast near a presidential statue, grab lunch between meetings or games, gather the team around a…
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Fall does something special to Rapid City. Mornings turn crisp, the Black Hills begin trading summer green for shades of gold, and some of the region’s biggest traditions take their place on the calendar. This is a season built around experiences worth traveling for. Watch hot air balloons rise from…
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I'll be honest with you, I'm a tough critic when it comes to "accessible" tourism experiences. I was born and raised in the Black Hills, lived nearly my entire life as a wheelchair user, and my husband Trevor and I have traveled all over the country and beyond. We've seen the full spectrum of what…
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A sports destination should give planners more than one great venue. It should give them options. Rapid City delivers an entire lineup of competition spaces, including diamonds, grass fields, turf, courts, mats, ice, tracks, ranges, arenas, and rodeo grounds. That variety gives event organizers the…
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August turns up the energy across Rapid City and the Black Hills. Motorcycles rumble through the region, the fairgrounds come alive, families send summer out with a splash, and local athletes return to the field. Ride The Rush No journey to the 86th Sturgis Motorcycle Rally is complete without…
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Every road into the Black Hills carries its own story during Rally Week. Engines echo between granite peaks, motorcycles line downtown streets, and riders from across the country gather for the kind of journey that becomes a tradition. The 86th Sturgis Motorcycle Rally rolls into the Black Hills…
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A great downtown is more than shops, restaurants, attractions, and events. It is also the people who make visitors feel welcome from the moment they arrive. From early May through September, Downtown Rapid City’s Ambassadors bring that hospitality to the sidewalks. Dressed in bright yellow shirts…
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Beyond ballrooms and the standard convention space, Rapid City provides a wealth of innovative locations for planners who are looking to get creative with their meeting or event location. Unique experiences join knowledge building and networking to inspire curiosity and encourage engagement. Check…
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