Events in Rapid City — October 2026 (71 Things to Do)

October 2026 in Rapid City, South Dakota brings 71 live events across the city, led by music (25), community (10), festival (8). 14 events are explicitly listed as free. Here's what's on.

Frequently Asked Questions

What's happening in Rapid City in October 2026?

There are 71 events in Rapid City, South Dakota in October 2026, including Black Hills Farmers Market Inc. — Thursday at Black Hills Farmers Market Inc., Thursday at Thirsty's - October at Thirsty's (11:30 AM), Random Acts of Kindness Spree in Rapid City at Harriet & Oak (11:00 AM), Supper Sessions with Cory Gould of High Rise at Murphy's Pub & Grill. Browse the full October 2026 calendar on VenuNite.

Are there free things to do in Rapid City in October 2026?

Yes — 14 October 2026 events are explicitly listed as free in Rapid City. Confirm current entry details on the event page or organizer source.

How do I find events in Rapid City for a specific date in October 2026?

VenuNite lists every upcoming event in Rapid City, South Dakota with date filters. Use the date picker on this page to narrow October 2026 down to a single day or weekend.

Events in Rapid City — October 2026

All October 2026 Events

Frequently Asked Questions

Browse Live Events by State

Events in Rapid City — October 2026

All October 2026 Events

Frequently Asked Questions

Black Hills Farmers Market Inc. — Thursday

Thursday at Thirsty's - October

Random Acts of Kindness Spree in Rapid City

Supper Sessions with Cory Gould of High Rise

Opal in the Sky

Opal in Sky

Opal in Sky

Owang Wasteya Wahwayela Mani Fashion Show

Black Hills Farmers Market Inc. — Saturday

Free Community Weekend

POSTONED_NEW DATE COMING! Primer 55+A Block+Wicked Six

March for Mammos 2026

Opening Reception: Dream Catchers Artist Guild Exhibition

Yoga at Dakota Point Brewing

NFL Trivia with Pauly G and The Business Entertainment

Robert Plant w/ Saving Grace

Black Hills Farmers Market Inc. — Tuesday

Cholesterol Unmasked: The 3 Step Approach to Restoring Your Heart Health

Behind the Scream: A Live Conversation with David Arquette

South Dakota Women in Agriculture Annual Conference

5th Annual Chef's Dinner Auction

Byrch After Hours

Love the Outdoors Series: The Greatest Good

Murphy's Fall Showcase with Twine

Orion and Stacey Potter

Dakota Country Dance Night

Orion and Stacey Potter

Stereotrip

Guided Retreat - Move from Disconnection into Aligned Action | One-Day

Black Hills Farmers Market Inc. — Saturday

Mt. Rushmore ward annual service project at Salvation Army Camp

Black Hills Strongest Man and Woman

Gallantly Forward Gala

Alumni & President's Tailgate for the Black Hills Brawl

Murphy's Concert Series with Buckskin Cult

NFL Trivia with Pauly G and The Business Entertainment

Black Hills Farmers Market Inc. — Tuesday

Hadestown (Touring)

October BHLD Luncheon | Mike Albin

Black Hills Farmers Market Inc. — Thursday

Rapid City Regional Airport Expansion

An Evening With Toadstool Jamboree and Kevin Bradt

Hadestown (Touring)

Turtle Soup | Kelly Kirk - A Community of Extraordinary Women

Unwind by Candlelight

The Artful Aftermath - Sweep it Out: A Broom-making Circle

Ward Trunk or Treat

Harmony & Healing Weekend

Black Hills Farmers Market Inc. — Saturday

Night at the Museum

Night at the Museum

BIG Event 2026 - Rapid City, SD

DEATH BECOMES HER: Presented by SinSational Cabaret

Night Market at Hay Camp Brewery

The Black Jacket Symphony Presents Bon Jovi's 'Slippery When Wet'

NFL Trivia with Pauly G and The Business Entertainment

Black Hills Farmers Market Inc. — Tuesday

Youth Panel Discussion: Understanding and Coping with Spooky Feelings

Swan Lake with LIVE Orchestra

Mitzi's Books Book Club: Sunrise on the Reaping by Suzanne Collins

Black Hills Farmers Market Inc. — Thursday

Black Hills Farmers Market Inc. — Thursday

Thursday at Thirsty's - October

Thursday at Thirsty's - October

Random Acts of Kindness Spree in Rapid City

Random Acts of Kindness Spree in Rapid City

Supper Sessions with Cory Gould of High Rise

Supper Sessions with Cory Gould of High Rise

Opal in the Sky

Opal in the Sky

Opal in Sky

Opal in Sky

Opal in Sky