Rapid City Restaurant Week Business Sign Up
Showcase Your Restaurant January 15-25
Join the America's 250th Birthday Edition of Restaurant Week! This year, we’re inviting all restaurants to share their unique flavors and patriotic flair. We’ll feature your themed deals and specials through the official Restaurant Week Pass on the Rapid City app.
Whether it’s a dish inspired by America’s roots — prairie-to-plate flavors, wide open spaces, and local favorites like bison or walleye — or a creative nod to patriotism ($17.76 meal deal, 25% off, or other red, white & blue specials), we want to feature it!
Don’t miss this opportunity to attract new customers, boost visibility, and celebrate America’s 250th Birthday through Rapid City’s vibrant food scene.
Restaurant Week Overview
Why Join Restaurant Week?
Restaurant Week is more than just a week of dining; it’s a chance to elevate your restaurant's presence in the community and attract new customers.
- Boost Your Visibility: Gain exposure to a broader audience as your restaurant is featured on the Restaurant Week Pass, hosted on the Visit Rapid City app, reaching food enthusiasts throughout Rapid City.
- Increase Foot Traffic: Attract new diners who are eager to experience exclusive deals and specials, leading to a spike in traffic and potential repeat customers.
- Enhance Community Engagement: Join a citywide celebration that highlights the diversity and vibrancy of Rapid City’s dining scene. You’re not just part of Restaurant Week — you’re part of America’s 250th celebration!
- Showcase Your Unique, Patriotic Flavors: Put your spin on America’s 250th with themed dishes and specials that stand out — and stand proud.
What is the Restaurant Week Pass?
The Restaurant Week Pass is an exclusive promotional tool designed to drive diners to participating restaurants throughout Rapid City Restaurant Week.
- Showcase Your Offers: As a participating restaurant, you'll feature special deals or discounts available only to pass holders.
- Increased Visibility: Your restaurant will be prominently featured on the pass, reaching a wide audience of food enthusiasts looking for the best dining experiences in Rapid City.
- Enhance Engagement: The pass drives foot traffic to your establishment and encourages diners to visit multiple participating restaurants, creating a vibrant culinary scene that benefits all.
How To Participate
- Fill out the sign-up form by November 14.
- Submit your deals or specials by December 29.
- We'll do the rest!
Still have questions?
Sign Up for Restaurant Week
Thank you for your interest in participating in Restaurant Week 2026! Our sign up window has closed. Check back in the fall to sign up for Restaurant Week 2027!
In the meantime, check out this year's participants and specials.
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Participation in Rapid City’s Restaurant Week is completely FREE, so all you need to focus on is serving up your best deals and specials! This is your chance to shine — create irresistible offers that will bring food lovers from all over the city to your restaurant. The better the deal, the more buzz you’ll create!
What types of restaurants can participate?
Restaurant Week is open to all Rapid City restaurants with a physical location! Whether you're a cozy breakfast spot, a bustling coffee shop, a local brewery, or a fine dining establishment, there's a place for you on the Restaurant Week Pass. This event is about celebrating the diversity of our city's food scene, so every type of eatery is welcome to join, including:
- Breakfast joints
- Coffee shops
- Bakeries
- Breweries
- Casual diners
- Fine dining restaurants
If you serve food or drinks in Rapid City, we’d love to have you participate!
How do I submit my Restaurant Week special/deal?
Submitting your exclusive deal for Restaurant Week is simple! Once you’ve signed up, you'll be directed to a link to a separate submission form where you can easily enter your offer details.
- Submission Deadline: All deals must be submitted by December 29.
- Stay Informed: From the time you sign up until the submission deadline, we'll send you helpful reminders and updates to ensure your deal is submitted on time.
If you need any assistance along the way, we’re here to help make sure your participation in Restaurant Week is smooth and successful!
What kind of deal or special should I offer?
We encourage you to bring your best to the table — and this year, your most patriotic too!
In honor of America’s 250th Birthday, we’re inviting restaurants to celebrate with festive, creative offers that showcase what makes your spot truly special. Think $17.76 meal deals, $2.50 discounts, or dishes that pay tribute to America’s roots — like pheasant, bison, or walleye, inspired by South Dakota’s prairie-to-plate heritage.
Not feeling the theme? No problem! Any dish you’re proud to showcase is welcome — we’re celebrating the diversity of Rapid City’s food scene. Your featured dish or deal is entirely up to you, but here are a few ideas to spark inspiration:
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Signature Dishes: Spotlight your most iconic or unique dish with a patriotic twist, special discount, or bundle.
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Exclusive Menus: Craft a limited-time prix fixe menu inspired by America’s flavors, available only during Restaurant Week.
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Group Offers: Encourage community and connection with “dine together” deals like buy-one-get-one offers or discounts for groups of four or more.
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Loyalty Incentives: Keep the celebration going — offer a discount on future visits to diners who participate during Restaurant Week.
The key is to design a deal that reflects the essence of your restaurant while giving customers an irresistible reason to celebrate, dine, and savor. Bring your A-game — and let your food wave the flag!
What's the deadline to sign up?
- Sign-Up Deadline: Friday, November 14 is the last day to register your restaurant to participate in Restaurant Week.
- Deal Submission Deadline: Once signed up, you'll have until December 29 to submit your deal or special through our submission form.
Make sure to sign up by the deadline to secure your spot and get featured on the Restaurant Week Pass!
My business participated last year, what's new?
This year, we’re offering exciting updates to make Restaurant Week even better for your business:
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Freedom to Set Your Own Price Point: Like last year, you now have complete flexibility to set the price of your deal or special, allowing you to create offers that work best for your business and customers.
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Simplified Mobile Pass: This year's mobile pass will be similar to last year, except we have done away with QR codes and PIN codes. Diners will simply need to check in manually on the Visit Rapid City app with no extra step needed.
What marketing support is provided?
As a participating restaurant, you’ll receive robust marketing support to help promote your involvement in Restaurant Week:
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Official Promotion of the Restaurant Week Pass: We’ll actively promote the pass across multiple channels, including social media, email campaigns, and local media, driving diners directly to participating restaurants.
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Promotional Kit for Your Business: You’ll also get a promotional kit packed with marketing materials to use at your establishment. This kit includes items like posters, table tents, social media graphics, and more to help you highlight your exclusive deals and specials.