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South Dakota Car Shows & Events
Classic car shows, auctions, swap meets, and cruise nights in South Dakota for 2026.
Featured Events
Aug
18
Kool Deadwood Nites
Aug 18 – Aug 23, 2026 · Deadwood, SD
Kool Deadwood Nites brings classic cars and classic music to Deadwood from August 18-23. The multi-day celebration features vintage vehicles, a show and shine, cruising, a parade and free concerts on Main Street. Vehicles must be 1973 or older to register for the event.
Aug
29
Vintiques Show and Shine
Aug 29, 2026 · 9 AM – 4 PM · Watertown, SD
The annual Vintiques Show and Shine takes place in Watertown from 9 AM to 4 PM. The regional show welcomes a wide variety of vehicles and traditionally draws antique and vintage automobiles from across the upper Midwest.
Sep
1
20th Annual Sturgis Mustang Rally
Sep 1 – Sep 6, 2026 · Sturgis, SD
The 20th Annual Sturgis Mustang Rally takes place September 1-6 in Sturgis. The week-long Mustang event features racing, cruises, driving events, a poker run, burnout competition, automotive activities and the annual Show and Shine on Main Street. More than 50 Mustang show classes are represented.
Sep
2
South Dakota State Fair Classic Car Show
Sep 2 – Sep 7, 2026 · Huron, SD
The South Dakota State Fair Classic Car Show takes place during the State Fair at the South Dakota State Fairgrounds, 890 3rd Street SW in Huron. Classic and collector vehicles are displayed as part of the multi-day fair celebration.
Sep
12
Ribs, Rods & Rock 'n Roll Car Show
Sep 12, 2026 · 8 AM – 5 PM · Vermillion, SD
The Ribs, Rods & Rock 'n Roll Car Show takes place in downtown Vermillion during the annual Ribs, Rods & Rock 'n Roll celebration. The car show runs from 8 AM to 5 PM around Ratingen Platz and Main Street and combines enthusiast vehicles with the South Dakota BBQ Championship, food and live entertainment.
Sep
18
301 Rodz & Ridez Car Show
Sep 18 – Sep 20, 2026 · Mitchell, SD
The 301 Rodz & Ridez Car Show takes place September 18-20 at multiple locations in Mitchell. Friday includes pre-registration and an evening Main Street cruise. Saturday includes registration, a parade, the main downtown car show and awards in conjunction with Oktoberfest. Sunday concludes with donuts and coffee at Hitchcock Park.
Sep
26
Cruiser Car Show
Sep 26, 2026 · 12 PM – 4 PM · Rapid City, SD
The Cruiser Car Show takes place in downtown Rapid City at Main Street Square. Hosted by the Rapid City Police Department, the free public show runs from noon to 4 PM and features classic cars and enthusiast vehicles. Vehicle registration begins at 10:30 AM.
Upcoming Events
Aug
22
Sizzlin' Summer Nights Car and Bike Show
Aug 22, 2026 · 4 PM – 8 PM · Aberdeen, SD
Sizzlin' Summer Nights Car and Bike Show takes place on Main Street in downtown Aberdeen. The automotive portion of the community event runs from 4 PM to 8 PM and features cars, trucks and motorcycles throughout downtown.
Aug
29
Annual End of Summer Cruise In
Aug 29, 2026 · 8 AM – 5 PM · Sturgis, SD
Rush No More RV Resort hosts its Annual End of Summer Cruise In at 21137 Brimstone Place near Sturgis. The gathering welcomes classic cars, hot rods, customs and other enthusiast vehicles for an end-of-summer automotive event.
Aug
29
Prairie Cruisers Car and Tractor Show
Aug 29, 2026 · 10 AM – 4 PM · Winner, SD
The Prairie Cruisers Car and Tractor Show takes place at the Tripp County Historical Society Museum, 27856 317th Avenue in Winner. Check-in runs from 10 AM to 1 PM, with the vehicle show continuing until 4 PM. Classic cars and antique tractors are featured.
Aug
29
Newell Labor Day Car Show and Celebration
Aug 29 – Aug 31, 2026 · Newell, SD
The Newell Labor Day Car Show and Celebration takes place August 29-31 at Spur Creek Saloon & Ranch, 17698 SD-79. The multi-day community celebration includes a show and shine along with a parade, street dance, tractor pull and other Labor Day activities.
Sep
12
4th Annual Grounded Sturgis Main Street Car Show
Sep 12, 2026 · 11 AM – 9 PM · Sturgis, SD
GRND_Grounded presents its 4th Annual Grounded Sturgis Main Street Car Show on Main Street in Sturgis. The show runs from 11 AM to 9 PM and features custom and enthusiast vehicles along with automotive awards.
Sep
12
The Second Saturday Market & Car Show
Sep 12, 2026 · 6 PM – 10 PM · Sioux Falls, SD
The Second Saturday Market & Car Show takes place at 401 E. 8th Street in Sioux Falls. The evening gathering runs from 6 PM to 10 PM and combines an automotive showcase with the Second Saturday Market.
Oct
10
The Second Saturday Market & Car Show
Oct 10, 2026 · 6 PM – 10 PM · Sioux Falls, SD
The Second Saturday Market & Car Show returns to 401 E. 8th Street in Sioux Falls for its October gathering. The evening event runs from 6 PM to 10 PM and combines show vehicles with the Second Saturday Market.
Dates are subject to change. Verify with organizers before making travel arrangements. GarageCherries is not affiliated with any listed event.