Season 14 is a Wrap
As much as we hate saying “Goodbye” to all those we come out in support every week it’s time to…
Summer Nights is a weekly concert series that runs every Thursday evening from Memorial Day to Labor Day. It was established by the 2007 Leadership Rapid City class and has entertained Downtown Rapid City since 2008. Our board is made up of anywhere between 9 – 17 volunteer board members who you will find in red staff shirts on the street each event night. We also have a number of volunteer organizations that fill the needs that are required in order to pull off this fantastic event for Rapid City. Summer Nights is funded by the many fantastic sponsors as well as through beverage sales. All proceeds of the event are donated back to the event volunteer organizations or used to support the equipment and financial needs to prepare for future years.
Summer Nights is a FREE event for all ages. Come join the fun! There’s no better way to experience the vibrant nightlife of Rapid City, SD!
The event occurs every Thursday during the Summer with Happy Hour running from 5:00pm – 6:00pm and the entertainment from 6:00pm – 9:00pm in the heart of downtown Rapid City, SD.
Come Join Us for a Great Night of Music, Food, and Beer!
If you would like to apply to be a volunteer or vendor at Summer Nights, please fill out the appropriate forms through the links below.
Can I bring my dog/cat/iguana/any other pets? Unfortunately our insurance policy does not allow pets inside our event area, with the exception of ADA service animals.
What does it cost? Summer Nights is free! We have adult beverages, Pepsi products, and water for purchase along with a variety of vendors selling food, drink, and special treats at affordable prices.
Who can I talk to if I have a question? Find anyone in red shirt marked Event Staff. That’s the Board of Directors—they can help you!
Have any additional questions? Check out our FAQ page or contact us if you have any other questions, comments, or concerns.
Make sure to check out our current schedule, browse our photo gallery, or enjoy videos of past events.
September 1st
Sponsored by GenPro
Genre: 90’s Rock
Their North-Meets-South approach to music allows them to smoothly bridge the gap between Country and Rock.
A 5-piece Current and Classic Rock band from Fargo, ND. Formed in 2019 from a collection of distinctive and well-known musicians who had played together in previous bands in the local music scene.
Johnny Cochran is a guitar slinging country pop artist from South Louisiana.
Tripwire is an energetic, multi-genre band based in the upper-midwest.
Described as a mix of Lynyrd Skynyrd and Alabama, Jägertown energizes crowds with their fresh, rockn’ country sound at festivals across the country.
A mix of seasoned musicians working to do something different than what they have done in the past and a fresh young talent you get Brianna Helbling & the Outsiders.
Zeona Road is a sibling trio from the Great Plains of South Dakota, recently nominated for Best New Artist in the Rocky Mountain CMA Awards.
Brandon Jones is a fun, exciting entertainer with powerful vocals and a phenomenal group of musicians backing him. As a group they like to have fun bouncing around different genres of music, while still making everything seem a little country.
The band fuses country music with other influences, such as funk and soul, and they do it very well.
A high energy honky tonk trio based out of Nashville, Tennessee.
Dogs Without Sweaters has been rockin’ the Hills Since 1990. Voted “Best Rock Band of the Black Hills”
Mighty Big Jim first took the stage together in 2013 and have been working ever since. Heavily influenced by Tom Petty, Bruce Springsteen, The Allman Brothers and The Band, this roots rock n roll band jams many originals and covers.
Local Rapid City band that will light up the crowd with their soulful country sound.
Home grown from the Black Hills of South Dakota, Flannel is a Pop/Rock/Funk Cover Band. Get out your slap bracelets and platform shoes! Flannel’s gonna make you jump, jump, jump!
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Love Summer Nights & downtown RC!
music food friends beverages
just love going to get out enjoy the bands and the party
☆☆☆☆☆ Great time to get outa the house and listen to locals.