The yearly festivities of the 106th annual Black Hills Roundup have begun! Last night’s Ranch Rodeo and Mutton Bustin’ kicked off this year’s activities. Before the Ranch Rodeo, the Miss Black Hills Roundup Queen Coronation crowned a new queen as spectators enjoyed food from the Community BBQ. The Cowboy Band also provided live music, and will be playing live music every day of the Roundup.
Tonight, July 2, marks the first performance of the PRCA rodeo, which will start at 7 p.m., after the second round of Mutton Bustin’ at 5:45. Fireworks by Fritz Carlson will decorate the sky and live music and a dance will take place after the rodeo. Tonight’s rodeo theme is Chutes for Charity Night.
Championship Pro Rodeo is the stock contractor for the rodeos. Announcers Steve Goedert and Andy Seiler will inform and entertain fans during each performance. Rodeo Clown & Barrelman Matt Merritt of North Carolina will provide entertainment and protection for bull riders. And each performance will be kicked off by Dana Bowman, a double amputee who will skydive into the arena and hype the crowd up.
As always, the Midway West Carnival is open on Railroad Street. At 8 p.m. Belle Fourche Cowboy Band will give a concert on the Library Lawn.
Earlier in the day, while you are out shopping, you can grab some lunch from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the FFA Burger Bash at Rail Park on State Street. A free-will donation is accepted for hot dogs, hamburgers, chips, and a cookie. The fundraiser is for sending the FFA members to Nationals. After you eat, stop by Pasque Ladies Fashion and check out the Fashion That Fits event from noon to 6 p.m.
Tomorrow, July 3, will be the second round of the rodeo starting at 7 p.m. with more fireworks and live music and a dance to follow. Be sure to wear something pink, as the theme is Tough Enough to Wear Pink Night!
If the rodeo isn’t on your schedule for the night, you can enjoy Brandon Jones playing for Hometown Thursday at the Tri-State Museum. As always, the Midway West Carnival is open on Railroad Street. At 8 p.m. Belle Fourche Cowboy Band will give a concert on the Library Lawn.
On the Fourth of July, celebrations start bright and early with the 47th annual Rodeo Run 5K/10K race starting at Hermann Park at 7 a.m. Then at 10:30 a.m. the Black Hills Roundup Parade makes its way through Belle Fourche with Parade Marshals Scott and Susan Peterson leading the route. A B1 Bomber Flyover will kick off the parade, which boasts a theme of “Stars, Stripes, and Spurs.” Cash prizes will be awarded to three of the top floats in the categories of Best Depiction of Theme, Most Patriotic Entry, and Best Representation of Western Heritage.
The rodeo on July 4 starts at 3 p.m., and will be the third performance with the theme of Military and First Responders Appreciation Day. As always, the Midway West Carnival is open on Railroad Street.
The fourth and final performance of the rodeo will be July 5 at 7 p.m. The theme will be Family Night, and live music and a dance will once again follow the performance. As always, the Midway West Carnival is open on Railroad Street. At 5 p.m. Belle Fourche Cowboy Band will give a concert in the park.
The carnival runs through July 5 and this year, we have a new carnival provider: Midway West Amusements! The company is family-owned and prides itself on safety and a drug-free workplace. Enjoy delicious carnival treats, games, and rides. Tickets are $35 at the gate.
