Rapid City is ready to turn up the volume this weekend with a lineup that blends live music, retro vibes, and one seriously sizzling competition. Whether you’re a diehard local or just passing through, downtown is the place to be.
Thursday
Kick things off with smooth acoustics as Tanner Johns takes the stage at The Tinderbox from 7 to 9 p.m. It’s the perfect warm-up before things get a little louder—karaoke fires up at 445 Lounge at 9 p.m. Grab the mic and let your inner rockstar shine (or at least give it your best shot).
Friday & Saturday
Get ready for a two-night blast of eclectic acoustic energy with The Carburetors at 445 Lounge. From 9 p.m. to midnight, Chris Cady and Jake Jackson will be laying down high-octane jams that defy genre and guarantee a good time.
Saturday
Rewind your weekend at Press Start Barcade’s 80s Night, where DJ Judge Kimosabi will be spinning retro hits all night long. Expect teased hair, neon everything, and more moonwalking than a Michael Jackson concert. It’s nostalgia done right.
Meanwhile, summer officially hits its stride at Murphy’s Pub with the kickoff of their Patio Series. Local pop punk favorites The Outside Kids headline the night, with Toadstool Jamboree getting the crowd warmed up. Add in the Hot Hunks Buffalo Chip Competition—yes, that’s a real thing—and you’ve got a night that’s as wild as it is unforgettable.
**No matter your scene—**be it synth-pop flashbacks, acoustic duos, or dancefloor showdowns—downtown Rapid City has something for you this weekend.
For full event listings and updates, visit rapidcitypost.com/events
See you under the city lights and Happy Memorial Day Weekend!
