Deadwood has many Family-friendly attractions and activities for all ages to enjoy!
Local Youth
Are you a local parent or youth looking for reoccurring sports, educational, recreational and arts programming? Check out these options!
Sports, Recreation, Arts & Education and Youth Activities
FREE Activity Sheets
We have multiple activity sheets for kids to color on and learn the history of Deadwood! Links are down below! We also have free printed sheets at the Deadwood Welcome Center (501 Main Street) and the History & Information Center (3 Seiver Street).
Adams Museum, Broken Boot Gold Mine, Historic Adams House, The Stagecoach, Outlaw Square, The Train Depot, Historic Franklin Hotel, Saloon #10, The Courthouse
Attractions
Adams Museum
The oldest museum in the Black Hills, the Adams Museum at 54 Sherman Street originally had a Victorian cabinet-of-curiosities philosophy: collect anything that looks cool and put it in a glass case. The museum still has an eclectic collection, including a one-of-a-kind plesiosaur fossil, Potato Creek Johnny’s massive gold nugget, the mysterious Thoen Stone, and a mining locomotive. The recently renovated museum features modern displays that use artifacts to tell the important stories of Deadwood’s past. The lower level’s natural history exhibits are hands-on, perfect for kids. Admission to the museum is free, donations are appreciated. Open year-round.
54 Sherman Street, Deadwood, SD 57732 | (605) 578-1714
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Days of ’76 Museum
The Days of ’76 Museum began, informally, as a repository for the horse-drawn wagons, stagecoaches, carriages, clothing, memorabilia, and archives generated by the celebration. The museum is now a state-of-the-art facility filled with dynamic and thematic exhibitions. The museum has more than 50 historic wagons, carriages, buggies, and other animal-powered vehicles are on display in the lower level. The Firearms Exhibit tells a layered story of guns both in the Black Hills and throughout American history with nearly 100 long arms and 20 handguns on display. The story of each gun is supported by a fascinating background of photographs, diagrams, and illustrations. There is also a gift shop and gold panning in the lobby of the museum.
Open year-round
18 Seventy Six Drive, Deadwood, SD 57732 | (605) 578-1657
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Mt. Moriah Cemetery
Deadwood’s historic Mt. Moriah cemetery includes such notables as Wild Bill Hickok and Calamity Jane. Stop by for a self-guided tour where you’ll learn about some of Deadwood’s most interesting characters!
Open year-round.
Mt. Moriah Cemetery, Deadwood, SD 57732 | (605) 578-2600
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Broken Boot Gold Mine
Step into the Black Hills best underground mine tour and return to a time when the powerful punch of a miner’s pick and the roaring boom of another dynamite blast signaled the ongoing search for the richest veins of gold on Earth. Follow the path of ore cars deep underground into the century-old drifts of the Broken Boot. Walk in the footsteps of thousands of faceless miners who sought their fortunes in the dark and explosive atmosphere of black powder and candlelight.
Open for the summer 2025 season May 24 through Labor Day.
1200 Pioneer Way, Deadwood, SD 57732 | (605) 578-9997
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Deadwood Welcome Center
Make the Deadwood Welcome Center your first stop in Deadwood! The Welcome Center offers informational kiosks, brochures and pamphlets for activities and attractions in the area, as well as an interactive display on Deadwood’s history. Interactive display includes: miners tent with shadow presentation on life as a gold-panner, nature displays on the wildlife of the Black Hills throughout the main lobby, and informational plaques and photos around the building. There are bathrooms, a gift shop, and a trolley stop waiting room. Open year-round, 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
501 Main Street, Deadwood, SD 57732 | (605) 578-1876
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Deadwood History & Information Depot
The History & Information Depot offers a look back into history with their historical displays of the Old Train Depot in Deadwood. There are bathrooms, a gift shop, and a trolley stop waiting room. Open year-round, 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
3 Seiver Street, Deadwood, SD 57732 | (605) 578-1876
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Outlaw Square
Outlaw Square is a free public gathering area and park. During the summer they offer a wide variety of free activities and events such as Monday Movie Nights,Family Fun Tuesdays, Wednesday Concert Series, and more! Winter offers Glice skating and Ice Bumper Cars (Mid November to April). Open Year-round.
703 Main Street, Deadwood, SD 57732 | (605) 717-6848
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Deadwood Shootouts
The Deadwood Alive troupe is here to entertain. From Main Street Deadwood shootouts to guided walking tours, there’s something for all guests to enjoy, year-round. Schedule varies each season. Spring schedule starts March 21, 2025 with the summer schedule starting May 17, 2025.
715 Main Street, Deadwood, SD 57732 | (605) 578-1876
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Parks & Recreation
Gordon Park
Gordon Park was developed as Deadwood’s first municipal park. It is located adjacent to the Deadwood Recreation & Aquatic Center and features mature shade trees, picnic tables and shelter along with an updated playground equipment, public restrooms and dog park. Open year-round.
Amenities: Historical Information Plaque, Playground, Picnic Area, Covered Seating, Parking, Bathrooms
125 Sherman Street, Deadwood, SD 57732
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Powerhouse Park
A beautiful scenic park built on the site of the Burlington Powerhouse (Decommissioned in 1910). It features preserved historical ruins of the coal track piers, and smokestack from the old building. It is connected by bridge to the Mickelson Trail and can be accessed through the Sherman Street parking lot. Open year-round.
Amenities: Historical Information Plaque, Beautiful Scenery, Seating, Parking, Bathrooms (nearby on trail), Creek Access
Sherman Street, Deadwood, SD 57732
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Methodist Memorial Park
The Methodist Memorial Park is located at the corner of Shine and Williams Streets in Deadwood. The city park mimics the layout of the original church that once stood here, with benches laid out like pews and a giant brick and steel steeple designed to match the original church bell tower. Open year-round.
Amenities: Historical Information Plaque, Seating
Williams Street, Deadwood, SD 57732
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Martha Bullock Memorial Park
Martha Bullock Park is located along Charles Street with the land donated from the wife of Deadwood’s first sheriff, Martha Bullock. The park features picnic area and shelter, updated playground equipment, tennis/pickle ball court. Open year-round.
Amenities: Historical Information Plaque, Playground, Picnic Area, Covered Seating, Tennis Court
Charles Street, Deadwood, SD 57732
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Mickelson Trail (Deadwood Trailhead)
The George S. Mickelson Trail, in the heart of the beautiful Black Hills, was completed in September of 1998. Its gentle slopes and easy access allow people of all ages and abilities to enjoy the beauty of the Black Hills. The Deadwood Tarailhead is located off the Sherman Street parking lot and features beautiful scenery, gravel, wood, and paved paths, creek access, bicycle parking, and bathrooms (water removed during winter months). Daily passes for the trail are $5 and can either be bought online or by putting the money in the payment box by the trailhead. Open Year-round.
Sherman Street, Deadwood, SD 57732 | (605) 584-3896
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Urban Trails of Deadwood
Historic Deadwood offers a multitude of trails to navigate by a variety of transportation options. The National Historic Landmark offers an abundance of interpretative panels to learn about Deadwood’s rich and colorful past. Several trails traverse through the charming neighborhoods and the historic core of Deadwood with buildings dating back to the late 19th century. Enjoy discovering Historic Deadwood! Open Year-round.
Deadwood, SD 57732
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Outlaw Square
Outlaw Square is a free public gathering area and park. During the summer they offer a wide variety of free activities and events such as Monday Movie Nights,Family Fun Tuesdays, Wednesday Concert Series, and more! Winter offers Glice skating and Ice Bumper Cars (Mid November to April). Open Year-round.
703 Main Street, Deadwood, SD 57732 | (605) 717-6848
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Events & Programing
Deadwood Public Library
The Deadwood Public Library was constructed in 1905 by local contractors Mullen & Muni. They have 2 floors of books, movies as well as local historic archives. They offer a kids section and reading area on the downstairs floor with free summer reading programs and activities! Hours: Monday-Thursday 10-6, Friday 10-5, Saturday 12-4
435 Williams Street, Deadwood, SD 57732 | (605) 578-2821
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Deadwood Rec Center
The Deadwood Recreation & Aquatic Center is committed to providing high quality and diversified fitness, recreation, social, and educational opportunities through an established and reliable municipal leisure facility. Amenities include a lap pool and kids play area with waterslide, sauna, 2 cardio rooms, 2 weight rooms, full gym with basketball hoops, racquetball room, and an indoor walking/running track. The Rec Center offers daily family passes at $16. Hours: Monday-Friday 5am-9pm, Saturday 5am-7pm, Sunday – Closed
105 Sherman Street, Deadwood, SD 57732 | (605) 578-3729
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Outlaw Square: Monday Movie Nights
Monday Movie Nights run Memorial Day through Labor Day (no movies during Sturgis Motorcycle Rally). Movies are family-friendly and are 6pm-8pm. Bring your lawn chairs or picnic blanket and enjoy time with the family!
703 Main Street, Deadwood, SD 57732 | (605) 717-6848
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Outlaw Square: Family Fun Tuesdays by DHI
Deadwood History, Inc. (DHI) hosts a family friendly event on Tuesday afternoons during the summer. Family Fun Tuesdays run Memorial Day through Labor Day (no programs during Sturgis Motorcycle Rally). These events go over a multitude of topics such as historic events in Deadwood, Native American culture, crafts, and archeology. Programs run 1pm-2pm and are FREE and open to the public!
703 Main Street, Deadwood, SD 57732
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Outlaw Square: Family Fun Thursdays
Thursday Games run Memorial Day through Labor Day (no programs during Sturgis Motorcycle Rally) and are Free. Enjoy a variety of family fun games following the 2pm Deadwood Alive reenactments at Outlaw Square.
703 Main Street, Deadwood, SD 57732
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PastPort
Earn an amazing prize just for exploring Historic Deadwood and its history! Visit participating locations to receive stamps in your PastPort then return to any Deadwood Information Center to earn a prize. PastPorts can be picked up at any participating location and get you FREE trolley rides from each location to the next in the booklet. Available late-May through mid-September, or while supplies last.
Deadwood, SD 57732
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Wild Bill Me
Wild Bill Hickok remains Deadwood’s most famous resident, even though he was only in town a few short weeks — and he’s been dead since 1876. You’ll find his likeness all over Historic Deadwood – reenactors, photos, paintings, statues, signs, life-size cutouts and more.Now you can explore that history through a fun, new game! #WildBillMe is a selfie treasure hunt in Historic Deadwood (and the surrounding area). Find Bill (any likeness will do) and take a selfie with him. Available year-round.
Deadwood, SD 57732
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Adams Museum Scavenger Hunt
Pick up a scavenger hunt sheet at the Adams Museum and discover history while experiencing the excitement of the hunt! Admission to the museum is free, donations are appreciated. Open year-round.
54 Sherman Street, Deadwood, SD 57732 | (605) 578-1714
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Summer Youth Camps & Classes
Deadwood History Inc., offers a variety of youth camps during the summer for children. They have everything from Papermaking classes to Inventor camps! Reservations are required so please call Tera Richards at 605-578-1657.
Deadwood, SD 57732
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Victorian Garden Party 2025
Families are invited to a Victorian Garden Party, where they’ll learn and play classic yard games from the past and enjoy a charming tea party – just like in the Victorian era! Sip on tea or lemonade and snack on tasty finger sandwiches and sweets while experiencing a little slice of history in a fun and fancy way. Historic Adams House lawn; May 10, 12pm-2pm. Event is free but reservations are required. Call Tera Richards at 605-578-1657 for reservations or questions. In case of inclement weather, the party will be moved to the Homestake Adams Research and Cultural Center (HARCC). Photo: Deadwood History Inc.
Historic Adams House, Deadwood, SD 57732
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Friday Farmer’s Market
The Friday Farmer’s Market offers a multitude of products like crafts, produce, baked goods, artisan foods, antiques, and more! The market opens June 20, 2025 and runs every Friday at Gordon Park in Deadwood. Open select Friday or Most Fridays (not available during Rally and KDN).
125 Sherman Street, Deadwood, SD 57732 | (605) 655-8030
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Deadwood Shootouts
The Deadwood Alive troupe is here to entertain. From Main Street Deadwood shootouts to guided walking tours, there’s something for all guests to enjoy, year-round. Schedule varies each season. Spring schedule starts March 21, 2025 with the summer schedule starting May 17, 2025.
715 Main Street, Deadwood, SD 57732 | (605) 920-0258
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Deadwood Stagecoach
Deadwood Alive continues the legacy and romanticism of the Deadwood Stagecoach, still notorious throughout the globe today. You can experience the same mode of transportation used during the Black Hills Gold Rush which brought men and women of all types and characters into the gulch while traveling up and down Historic Main Street. Riders need not fear being filled with buckshot, but we encourage you to stay aware of desperadoes and bandits who may search the coach for gold and treasures. Tickets available at Outlaw Square (703 Main Street): $15 Adults, $10 Children (ages 6-12), $5 Children (ages 3-5). Children 2 and under are free. Seating is limited. Operates Tuesday through Saturday, May 17 – September 20, 2025.
703 Main Street, Deadwood, SD 57732 | (605) 920-0258
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Deadwood Elks Easter Egg Hunt 2025
The Deadwood Elks sponsors an Easter Egg Hunt every year at Gordon Park in Deadwood. All children are welcome, there will also be candy and prizes! Saturday, April 19 at 10am!
125 Sherman Street, Deadwood, SD 57732
Days Of ’76 Rodeo
Come see a thrilling rodeo that is held annually the last full week in July. Watch bull riders compete with all they’ve got, bucking broncos, barrel racers, steer roping, and more!
Days of ’76 Event Complex, Deadwood SD 57732
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Days Of ’76 Parade 2025
Watch the march of history down Historic Deadwood’s Main street Fri., July 25 & Sat., July 26 at 1:30 pm as stagecoaches from every era roll down the brick roads carrying passengers from across Deadwood’s history! Event is free!
Main Street, Deadwood, SD 57732
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Monsters of Destruction 2025
An all-out monster truck thrill show, featuring monster trucks going head-to-head in an all-out battle to see who’s toughest. Plus, see gravity-defying freestyle moto-x, ride in a real monster truck and meet the drivers! Show is loud, so ear protection is recommended for smaller children.
Days of ’76 Event Complex, Deadwood SD 57732
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Kidweird 2025
NeighborWorks® Dakota Home Resources hold an annual KidWeird Halloween event October 31st from 5 – 8PM. There will be costume contests & prizes (<12 years of age), also a haunted house, candy giveaways and games. Of course, as always, the event is free to all. Invite your friends. The more the merrier and scarier. Location for 2025 is TBD.
TBD Deadwood, SD 57732 | (605) 578-1401
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Trunk or Treat 2025
Enjoy family-friendly trick or treating in Deadwood on Saturday, October 25 outdoors at the Days of ’76 Event Complex – Trunk or Treat – All are welcome! Treats from trunks of vehicles will be served from 3 p.m. to 5 p.m.
Days of ’76 Event Complex, Deadwood SD 57732
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Outlaw Square: Free Movie on July 4th, 2025
Enjoy a free movie at Outlaw Square, July 4, at 6pm! 2025 Movie: The Sandlot. Bring your lawn chairs or picnic blanket and enjoy time with the family!
703 Main Street, Deadwood, SD 57732
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Free 4th of July parade
The Deadwood Chamber of Commerce invites the public to enjoy an Independence Day Parade in Historic Deadwood on July 4th at 3 pm. The parade will begin at the Days of ’76 Event Complex and continue up Main Street and continues on Hwy 14a through Central City and on to Lead. Historic Main Street will be closed to vehicle traffic for the duration of the parade.
Main Street, Deadwood, SD 57732
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Back When They Bucked
Come enjoy the day in Historic Deadwood and support the Western Legacy Foundation and their mission! The full day of action, held annually on the Sunday of Memorial Weekend, will kick off with the Women’s Professional Rodeo Association (WPRA) Ladies Breakaway event. You will witness some of the fastest roping you have ever seen. The ladies will be competing for a spot in the short round that will be held during the PRCA Xtreme Bronc Riding. The PRCA Xtreme Saddle Bronc Match will begin in the afternoon. This is a Professional Rodeo Cowboy Association (PRCA) sanctioned event featuring “extreme bronc riding.” Thirty cowboys will compete in the long go-round with the eight highest scores advancing to the short-round. Short-round cowboys will be vying for the title and prize money. Winnings at this event will count towards their earnings to advance to the Wrangler National Finals.
Days of ’76 Event Complex, Deadwood, SD 57732
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Deadwood PBR Rodeo 2025
Bear witness to the wildest ride in the West at the Annual Deadwood PBR Event! Get ready to experience heart-pounding action, daring feats, and cowboy courage at its finest in the iconic town of Deadwood, South Dakota. Mark your calendars for June 6th and 7th, 2025 for the 4th stop on the King of the North Showdown series, when the rugged spirit of the Wild West comes alive in a spectacle like no other. Bring the whole posse! Our event is perfect for families, with close up views of amazing animals, delicious food vendors, and the chance to meet real-life rodeo heroes.
Days of ’76 Event Complex, Deadwood, SD 57732
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Outlaw Square: Vendor Fair 2025
Outlaw Square’s Summer Vendor & Pop-Up Market takes place on June 6th and 7th, 2025 at Outlaw Square on Historic Main Street, in downtown Deadwood. Make your plans to join us for 2 great days with craft vendors from around the area, marketing their hand-crafted products for you to browse though. If you’re looking for the special or unique gift, then join us on either Friday or Saturday at Outlaw Square.
703 Main Street, Deadwood, SD 57732
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Outlaw Square: Annual Fair in the Square 2025
Outlaw Square’s 5th Annual “Fair in the Square” juried craft fair takes place September 4-6, 2025 at Outlaw Square. Make your plans to join us for 2 great days with craft vendors from around the area, marketing their hand crafted products for you to browse though. If you’re looking for the special or unique gift then join us on either Friday or Saturday at Outlaw Square. Craft market times are 3 pm until 7 pm on Friday and 10 am until 7 pm on Saturday.
703 Main Street, Deadwood, SD 57732
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Snocross Pro Races 2026
Don’t miss out on the fun and excitement of this action-packed 2-day event Jan 23-24, 2026, with professionals from around the nation competing for the title of Champion! Kids will have a chance to try snowmobiling on their own kid-sized snowmobile at the Try Me Track both nights! An event entrance fee is required, but once inside the gates the track is free. Kids must have a waiver signed by their parent or legal guardian. There is also a racer Meet & Greet where kids can meet and talk to their favorite racers on Saturday afternoon of the event.
Days of ’76 Event Complex, Deadwood, SD 57732
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K9 Keg Pull 2026
This free, family-fun event is Jan. 24, 2026. Registration starts at 10:30am at Outlaw Square with races starting at 1pm. Kids are allowed to spectate during this event and are encouraged to enter with their pup! Registration Fee is $15 per dog
Main Street in front of the Historic Franklin Hotel, Deadwood, SD 57732
*Info for 2026 coming soon!
Mickelson Trail Marathon: Kids Wonderful 1K 2025
The Annual Mickelson Trail Marathon is held the first weekend of June. The Kids Marathon will be held Saturday, May 31, 2025 at 12:45 pm, meeting at the Sherman St. Parking lot by the Deadwood Trailhead. Last minute Race Day Registration for 5K and 1K at the Deadwood Trailhead/Sherman Street Lot will be 11:30am-12:30pm. Early registration is $25 and guarantees your size t-shirt. Race Day registration is $30.
Sherman St. Parking lot, Deadwood, SD 57732
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Wild Bill Days
Celebrate the life and times of Deadwood’s most famous gunslinger—Wild Bill Hickok at Wild Bill Days, held annually on Father’s Day weekend. See the National Dock Dogs Competition, watch the Main St. Shootouts, and more! Enjoy the NEW Wild West Kids Fun Park located in the History and Information Center parking lot! It features Wild West-themed games, activities, and a kid’s train! While exploring the vendors on Main Street, stop by the electronic quick draw and mini horse petting zoo in the Celebrity Hotel parking lot.
Main Street, Deadwood, SD 57732 | (605) 578-1876
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Shrine Circus 2025
The legendary three-ring spectacle will be coming to the Dyas of “76 Arena in Deadwood, June 21, 2025! Showtimes: 2:00 p.m. and 7:00 p.m. Tickets can be purchased one hour before each performance at the Arena – tickets $10 adult and $5 kids.
Days of ’76 Arena, Deadwood, SD 57732
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Outlaw Square: Preacher Smith’s Deadwood Redemption Day 2025
This free, family-friendly concert is August 16, 8pm at Outlaw Square. The headliner this year will be Christian music artist, Colton Dixon! This will be the 6th consecutive year Outlaw Square has scheduled this event to remember one of Deadwood’s early residents, Preacher Henry Weston Smith, who some consider to be Deadwood’s first Preacher in the mining town back in May of 1876.
703 Main Street, Deadwood, SD 57732
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Community Christmas & Tree Lighting 2025
Join us for our Community Christmas event at Outlaw Square in Deadwood on Friday, Dec. 6, 2025 for the annual community tree lighting and Chamber awards. There will be free ice skating and discounted bumper car rides (starting at 3pm), free s’mores making and cocoa, and more, including a visit from Santa (with gifts!). The Chamber annual awards will be announced at 5:30 p.m.; the tree lighting will be at 6 p.m. and Santa will arrive at 6:30 p.m. Celebrate the season at this family-friendly event!
703 Main Street, Deadwood, SD 57732
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