Black Hills Stock Show & Rodeo®

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Get your cowboy hat and boots ready for the Black Hills Stock Show & Rodeo! This premier event has been entertaining audiences for over 60 years, featuring PRCA rodeo events and livestock shows, as well as western art and trade shows. Join us in Rapid City for this exciting and iconic Western celebration.

Livestock Shows

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Immerse yourself in the Western way of life by attending one of the top livestock shows in the country. From cattle to bison to sheep, see the best of the best compete and win top honors.

Western Art & Trade Shows

Browse through the Western art and trade shows to find unique and handcrafted items, souvenirs, and more. Supporting local and regional vendors, you'll find one-of-a-kind treasures to take home as a reminder of your Black Hills Stock Show & Rodeo experience.

Ticket Information

Tickets for all events can be purchased online at the Black Hills Stock Show Website

For a complete list of events, visit the Black Hills Stock Show Events Calendar

Join us in Rapid City for the Annual Black Hills Stock Show & Rodeo and experience the authentic Western heritage that South Dakota has to offer!

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PRCA Rodeo Events

Watch top cowboys and cowgirls compete in action-packed rodeo events such as bull riding, team roping, barrel racing, and more! With over 10 performances during the 9-day event, there's plenty of rodeo excitement for everyone.

Reptile Gardens

Guinness World Records for Largest Reptile Zoo

Reptile Gardens is home to the Guinness World Records largest reptile zoo, stunning botanical gardens, tropical birds and birds of prey, a prairie dog town, giant tortoises and beautiful minerals. 

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Opening in the early spring and closing in late November Reptile Gardens offers a variety of experiences throughout the year. Visit in the summer to snap a photo with a giant tortoise, see a snake show or even feed a crocodile. Take a stroll down Avian Avenue for a peek at some beautiful birds of prey. The Sky Dome can be enjoyed all year it features several exotic birds, plants and reptiles.

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History

Since 1937, Reptile Gardens has been a source of entertainment and family memories as well as an unforgettable learning experience for millions of visitors by providing them the rare opportunity to observe these exotic animals up close.