Central States Fair

August 21-29, 2026
Central States Fairgrounds (800 San Francisco Street)

Looking for the perfect summer event? Look no further than the Central States Fair in Rapid City, where every year, this exciting festival brings together thrilling rides, mouth-watering food, and crowd-pleasing entertainment.

Discover a variety of activities that promise fun for everyone. Fill your visit with live performances from top bands, witness thrilling rodeo events at the Range Days Rodeo and the Xtreme Broncs Finals, or get prime seats at the hair-raising action of a Demolition Derby or Motorcross racing. The carnival games, rides, and intriguing food vendors add to the excitement and atmopshere of this event. 

A complete lineup of events and performances will be available in Spring 2026.

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