The Black Hills Stock Show & Rodeo is an annual rodeo event that takes place in Rapid City, South Dakota. The event features traditional rodeo events such as bull riding, bareback riding, saddle bronc riding, team roping, and more. The rodeo typically takes place in January and runs for about 10 days. It is considered one of the largest and most prestigious rodeos in the region, and it is a Professional Rodeo Cowboys Association (PRCA) sanctioned event.
The Black Hills Stock Show & Rodeo also features a variety of other activities, such as a western trade show, a carnival, a livestock show and sale, and a rodeo queen pageant, in addition to the rodeo competitions. The event is held at the Rushmore Plaza Civic Center, which includes an indoor arena and exhibition halls. The Black Hills Stock Show & Rodeo is a major event in the city of Rapid City, and is known for its western heritage and its focus on supporting education and youth development. Proceeds from the event are used to support scholarships and other educational programs.
