July 5, 2026 - July 5, 2026 Vintage Base Ball Game
Date: Sunday, July 5, 2026
Location: Mountain Top Field, Lead, SD
The public is invited to attend a vintage base ball game between Deadwood and Lead. In celebration of both towns’ 150th anniversaries, the teams will play using 1877 to 1885 rules. The two-part series begins in Deadwood on Sunday, June 14, with the second game taking place during Lead’s Gold Camp Jubilee and Independence Celebration on Sunday, July 5.
The July 5 event at Mountain Top Field in Lead will begin at 10 a.m. Entertainment will be provided by the Northern Bills Brass Band. Following the game Lead will have a community potluck and BBQ.
Note: The term “baseball” was once two words, prior to 1884. It is still used that way in historical context.
SCHEDULE OF EVENTS
9:45 AM • Opening Remarks, Prepare Field for Vintage Base Ball Game
10:00AM • National Anthem / First Pitch Thrown Out – Northern Hills Brass Band
10:00AM • Lead vs. Deadwood, 1877 to 1885 rules
12:00PM • Conclusion of Game and Community Potluck Meal / BBQ Lead Fire Department
