Dakota Angler Ice Institute. See the latest and greatest in the ice fishing industry and learn from the experts how to use the equipment. Sioux [...]

George Custer and the Great Plains: History, Landscape, and Legacy – Jeff Barnes will discuss the impact of the Great Plains on the military career [...]

Concert

Showcase of independent films

German music, Tour de Oktoberfest, car show, food, dancing, wiener dog races and beer barrel games

Balloon Guy, inflatables, crafts, games and food. 352-0000.

WO Motorsports

Celebration of German beer and culture

The Auxiliary supports the Ranch through fundraising efforts, special events, and treats for the boys. To learn more about membership, contact Jacinda or Sarah.

Sports Car Club

Lunch boxes prepared in the fashion of earlier years. 472-4566.

Downtown business stops on Main Street, includes craft beer samples from both regional and South Dakota-local breweries. Aberdeen. 226-3441.

Outdoor display of scarecrows. 353-8530.

Dancers, singers, artisans, He Sapa Win pageant, wellness symposium, hand games and golf

Search for paranormal activity in the Historic Adams House with the BHPI team. Tickets are $35

Thriller Play. 996-9137.  

Kids activities, silent auction and meat raffle. 933-2220.

Hayrides, hay bale maze, beer and wine tasting and kids’ activities

Lion's Building

Concert

688-6707.

Wrangler Team Roping

Horse Sale

 Live rock concert

 A Live Conversation with David Arquette

Presentation

Decorated exhibits and walkways, trick-or-treat tents and appearances by characters from Simply Ever After. 367-7003.

Festival

Championship

Swap Meet & Car Corral

Search for paranormal activity in the Historic Adams House with the BHPI team. Tickets are $35

South Dakota’s pheasant season begins for state residents. Traditional season begins Oct. 17. Statewide. 223-7660.

Craft show, make & take pumpkins and themed meal. 380-8444.

Marketplace of vendors selling unique handcrafted items, repurposed furniture, Farmers market goods, and home décor. 725-2641.

Rushmore German Club Meeting

Musical. 225-2228.

Barrel racing

Search for paranormal activity in the Historic Adams House with the BHPI team. Tickets are $35

Free and fun for the whole family! More than 700 dogs are expected to participate in 2026! Watch and cheer for your favorite breed and [...]

Trick or treat and games

Concert

Crafts, treats and appearances by characters from Simply Ever After. 334-9466.

Central States Fair

 Ballet

 Trick or treat through McCrory Gardens. 688-6707.  

Black Hills Community Theatre performance

Costume contest, parade, monster ball and prizes

Trolley rides, trick-or-treat tables, apple slingshot skeleton scavenger hunt, crafts and more. Hot cider will be available in the Warming Shelter. 627-5441

Trick-or-treating and entertainment, Scare in the Square

Merchant Trick-or-Treat