It’s time for your Rapid City Weekend Rundown—your guide to the best events happening in and around the city. From free pinball and fine art to puppies, paintbrushes, and late-night dance floors, here’s what’s on tap this weekend:
Friday Highlights
Free Pinball Fridays at Hay Camp Brewing (4 p.m.)
Kick off your weekend downtown with two hours of free social pinball. All ages and skill levels are welcome, making this the perfect after-work hangout. Meet the crew from Hay Camp and Heroes & Villains, sip on a craft beer or in-house soda, and flip your way into the weekend.
Live Music at Firehouse Wine Cellars (5 p.m.)
Johnny Lonesome—better known as Johnny Sundby of The Lonely Rangers—brings cowboy rock, acoustic country, and even a dash of Fleetwood Mac to Firehouse. Pair the music with $5 happy hour wines for the ultimate Friday unwind.
Art Opening at the Dahl Arts Center (5 p.m.)
Celebrate creativity at the Opening Reception for Deborah Mitchell & the Northern Plains Watercolor Society. From masterful watercolor landscapes to Mitchell’s moving new exhibition Flower and Flame, this free event is an evening of resilience, artistry, and community connection.
Nancy Norton at West River Comedy Club (7:30 p.m.)
Nationally touring comic Nancy Norton—winner of the Boston Comedy Festival and a Dry Bar Comedy standout—hits the stage with her sharp, nurse-grade humor. This 21+ event promises big laughs and unforgettable storytelling.
Saturday Highlights
CASA’s Fire & Ice Gala at The Monument (6 p.m.)
A night of elegance and purpose—formal wear, a three-course meal, live music, and even the chance to win a one-carat diamond. Proceeds benefit CASA and children in foster care.
Pints for Puppies at Wobbly Bobby Pub (6 p.m.)
Good drinks, good dogs, good cause. Meet adoptable pups from the Humane Society, enjoy drink specials, try your luck at raffle prizes, and don’t miss the fan-favorite puppy kissing booth.
Heart Constellation Class at Canvas 2 Paint (6:30 p.m.)
Get creative with a guided painting class where you’ll design your own glowing constellation heart. A perfect date night or group outing.
Karaoke Night at the VFW (7:30 p.m.)
Warm up your vocal cords and take the stage for one of Rapid’s most spirited karaoke nights.
Party Animals at Press Start (10 p.m.)
For the night owls, DJ Judge Kimosabi turns up the jungle beats at Press Start. Expect a roaring dance floor that goes well past midnight.
Stay in the Loop
That’s just a taste of what’s happening this weekend in Rapid City. For full listings and updates, visit rapidcitypost.com.
We’ll see you in the moonlight.