85th Sturgis Rally Events Schedule - 2025!
Bikini Beach Pre Party with Big Skillet, July 28th – 31st, 2025
Concerts
Bikini Beach with Big Skillet, Pre-Rally Dates - July 28, 29, 30, & 31, 2025 Blow through the gates of the Buffalo Chip four whole days before the festival’s official rally kickoff date to nab your favorite camp spot, watch the festival spring to life and rock out to nightly concerts on the Bikini Beach Stage!
Bikini Beach with Big Skillet, Pre-Rally Dates - July 28, 29, 30, & 31, 2025
Blow through the gates of the Buffalo Chip four whole days before the festival’s official rally kickoff date to nab your favorite camp spot, watch the festival spring to life and rock out to nightly concerts on the Bikini Beach Stage!
Bikini Beach Pre Party with Big Skillet, July 29, 2025
Concerts
Bikini Beach with Big Skillet, Pre-Rally Dates - July 28, 29, 30, & 31, 2025 Blow through the gates of the Buffalo Chip four whole days before the festival’s official rally kickoff date to nab your favorite camp spot, watch the festival spring to life and rock out to nightly concerts on the Bikini Beach Stage!
Bikini Beach with Big Skillet, Pre-Rally Dates - July 28, 29, 30, & 31, 2025
Blow through the gates of the Buffalo Chip four whole days before the festival’s official rally kickoff date to nab your favorite camp spot, watch the festival spring to life and rock out to nightly concerts on the Bikini Beach Stage!
Bikini Beach Pre Party with Big Skillet, July 30, 2025
Concerts
Bikini Beach with Big Skillet, Pre-Rally Dates - July 28, 29, 30, & 31, 2025 Blow through the gates of the Buffalo Chip four whole days before the festival’s official rally kickoff date to nab your favorite camp spot, watch the festival spring to life and rock out to nightly concerts on the Bikini Beach Stage!
Bikini Beach with Big Skillet, Pre-Rally Dates - July 28, 29, 30, & 31, 2025
Blow through the gates of the Buffalo Chip four whole days before the festival’s official rally kickoff date to nab your favorite camp spot, watch the festival spring to life and rock out to nightly concerts on the Bikini Beach Stage!
Bikini Beach Pre Party with Big Skillet, July 31, 2025
Concerts
Bikini Beach with Big Skillet, Pre-Rally Dates - July 28, 29, 30, & 31, 2025 Blow through the gates of the Buffalo Chip four whole days before the festival’s official rally kickoff date to nab your favorite camp spot, watch the festival spring to life and rock out to nightly concerts on the Bikini Beach Stage!
Bikini Beach with Big Skillet, Pre-Rally Dates - July 28, 29, 30, & 31, 2025
Blow through the gates of the Buffalo Chip four whole days before the festival’s official rally kickoff date to nab your favorite camp spot, watch the festival spring to life and rock out to nightly concerts on the Bikini Beach Stage!
ZZ TOP – Friday, Aug. 1, 2025 10pm
Concerts
ZZ Top Friday, Aug. 1 2025 They’re bearded, they’re bad, they’re that little ole band from Texas and they’re coming to rock the Buffalo Chip’s Official Sturgis Rally Kickoff. Calling all Beer Drinkers & Hell Raisers to get down to megahits like “La Grange, “Gimme All Your Lovin’,” “Legs,” “Tush,” “Cheap Sunglasses” and so many more. In addition to world-class entertainment, Buffalo Chip guests can experience thrilling events, legendary rides, powerful freedom celebrations, top-tier bike shows, heart-pounding stunts, white-knuckle racing, worthwhile charity events and more during the 2025 event. The festival runs Aug. 1-10, 2025. For a full list of…
ZZ Top Friday, Aug. 1 2025
They’re bearded, they’re bad, they’re that little ole band from Texas and they’re coming to rock the Buffalo Chip’s Official Sturgis Rally Kickoff. Calling all Beer Drinkers & Hell Raisers to get down to megahits like “La Grange, “Gimme All Your Lovin’,” “Legs,” “Tush,” “Cheap Sunglasses” and so many more.
In addition to world-class entertainment, Buffalo Chip guests can experience thrilling events, legendary rides, powerful freedom celebrations, top-tier bike shows, heart-pounding stunts, white-knuckle racing, worthwhile charity events and more during the 2025 event. The festival runs Aug. 1-10, 2025. For a full list of Sturgis Buffalo Chip events, see BuffaloChip.com/EVENTS. The Buffalo Chip is home to the Sturgis Rally Information Center™ and is the official sponsor of the free Sturgis.com Official Sturgis Rally Registration Program.
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The Sturgis Buffalo Chip® is the award-winning leader in music and motorcycle lifestyle experiences. Hailed as The Largest Music Festival in Motorcycling® and The Best Party Anywhere®, it has been the epicenter of the annual Sturgis Motorcycle Rally since its establishment in 1981. Every August, the Buffalo Chip brings together the world’s largest gathering of music and motorcycle fans, with visitors from all 50 states and over 20 countries. It remains one of the world’s most televised and longest-running independent music festivals. The Chip advances the Sturgis Rally by being home to the Sturgis Rally Information Center™ and the official sponsor of the Sturgis.com Official Sturgis Rally Registration Program. More details are available at BuffaloChip.com, and for more info on the Buffalo Chip’s events outside of rally visit BuffaloChipCampground.com
A Buffalo Chip concert ticket gives the holder entrance to the Buffalo Chip for ANY and ALL event's put on inside the Chip's arena during that day. The Headliner Bands normally start at around 10pm. Check your ticket for details.
Black Stone Cherry
Bands
Black Stone Cherry is an American hard rock band formed in Edmonton, Kentucky in 2001. They were signed to Roadrunner Records until 2015; the band is now signed to Mascot Label Group. The band consists of Chris Robertson (vocals, guitar), Ben Wells (guitar), Steve Jewell (bass) and John Fred Young (drums). Black Stone Cherry has released eight studio albums as well as two EPs and have charted seventeen singles on the US Mainstream Rock Tracks charts. Their latest album, Screamin' at the Sky, was released in 2023.
Black Stone Cherry is an American hard rock band formed in Edmonton, Kentucky in 2001. They were signed to Roadrunner Records until 2015; the band is now signed to Mascot Label Group. The band consists of Chris Robertson (vocals, guitar), Ben Wells (guitar), Steve Jewell (bass) and John Fred Young (drums). Black Stone Cherry has released eight studio albums as well as two EPs and have charted seventeen singles on the US Mainstream Rock Tracks charts. Their latest album, Screamin' at the Sky, was released in 2023.
Rehab
Bands
The seeds for the band Rehab were planted in Warner Robins, GA in the 1970’s. Danny Boone Alexander was raised in a home where music was always played. Whether he was listening to his very first album, a present from his Poppa, featuring Johnny Paycheck’s “Take This Job and Shove It,” or sitting on the hood of a car on Dunbar Road at the Crazy 8 Race Track and hearing “Sky Rockets in Flight” during the Bicentennial celebration, most of Danny’s earliest memories revolve around music. Although he listened primarily to rock and southern rock for much of his childhood,…
The seeds for the band Rehab were planted in Warner Robins, GA in the 1970’s. Danny Boone Alexander was raised in a home where music was always played. Whether he was listening to his very first album, a present from his Poppa, featuring Johnny Paycheck’s “Take This Job and Shove It,” or sitting on the hood of a car on Dunbar Road at the Crazy 8 Race Track and hearing “Sky Rockets in Flight” during the Bicentennial celebration, most of Danny’s earliest memories revolve around music. Although he listened primarily to rock and southern rock for much of his childhood, almost failing fourth grade in his obsession with Kiss, the arrival of the Beastie Boys, Run DMC, and NWA birthed and cemented his love for hip hop. He first rapped at age 15 in the Northside High School gym during a pep rally. Since that first performance, Danny has always worked, in some capacity, to create music.
The Comancheros
Bands
The ShotGunBillys
Bands
High energy southern rock blending Memphis blues with a steady Arkansas country handshake. Meet the ShotGunBillys. The band hails from the outskirts of Memphis, Tennessee. They were nurtured on the sounds that made Memphis great but have carved a distinct sound that blends it all.
High energy southern rock blending Memphis blues with a steady Arkansas country handshake. Meet the ShotGunBillys. The band hails from the outskirts of Memphis, Tennessee. They were nurtured on the sounds that made Memphis great but have carved a distinct sound that blends it all.
Cody Parks and The Dirty South
Bands
Cody Parks and The Dirty South aren't your typical Nashville country act. Singer/songwriter Cody Parks always knew his vision could become a reality with the right players who shared his passion. Then in 2019, Cody Parks and The Dirty South was formed. They can better be described as "Def Leppard on cornbread," blending their country roots with their love for 80's and 90's metal... coining their own genre, "Country Metal." Influenced by the likes of Mötley Crüe, Ratt, and Pantera, the Dirty South's heavy hitting riffs and breakdowns bring an element to country music that turns Nashville's Music Row into…
Cody Parks and The Dirty South aren't your typical Nashville country act. Singer/songwriter Cody Parks always knew his vision could become a reality with the right players who shared his passion. Then in 2019, Cody Parks and The Dirty South was formed. They can better be described as "Def Leppard on cornbread," blending their country roots with their love for 80's and 90's metal... coining their own genre, "Country Metal." Influenced by the likes of Mötley Crüe, Ratt, and Pantera, the Dirty South's heavy hitting riffs and breakdowns bring an element to country music that turns Nashville's Music Row into L.A.’s Sunset Strip! Their covers EP titled, "Smothered & Covered," had singles chart at #2 and #7 on iTunes for multiple weeks. Be on the lookout for their new EP, "Country Metal, Vol. 1," and find them "plowin' through" a city near you in 2025. Now... CRANK UP THE COUNTRY METAL!
Gunshine
Bands
Gunshine is the Rock-n-Roll band you’ve been missing. Hailing from Pensacola, FL, Gunshine recalls the edge and bravado of Rock’s greats such as AC/DC, Boston, and Guns N Roses, but with an original, modern twist. Add in a healthy dose of hard-hitting production which sonically gives the songs a punchy, powerful analog sound. The result? Blistering guitar solos, soaring vocals and a lethal rhythm section. In a world where it is commonplace to play it safe and not musically “rock the boat”, Gunshine offers a breath of fresh air and throws the rule book out the window. No tricks, no…
Gunshine is the Rock-n-Roll band you’ve been missing. Hailing from Pensacola, FL, Gunshine recalls the edge and bravado of Rock’s greats such as AC/DC, Boston, and Guns N Roses, but with an original, modern twist. Add in a healthy dose of hard-hitting production which sonically gives the songs a punchy, powerful analog sound. The result? Blistering guitar solos, soaring vocals and a lethal rhythm section. In a world where it is commonplace to play it safe and not musically “rock the boat”, Gunshine offers a breath of fresh air and throws the rule book out the window. No tricks, no frills, no BS. This is the way Rock was meant to be played and heard.
Jefferson Starship
Concerts
Jefferson Starship is an American rock band from San Francisco, California, formed in 1974 by a group of musicians including former members of Jefferson Airplane. Between 1974 and 1984, they released eight gold or platinum-selling studio albums, and one gold-selling compilation
Jefferson Starship is an American rock band from San Francisco, California, formed in 1974 by a group of musicians including former members of Jefferson Airplane. Between 1974 and 1984, they released eight gold or platinum-selling studio albums, and one gold-selling compilation
Motorcycles as Art
Bike Shows
Step into a space where chrome and canvas collide... Where the roar of engines meets the quiet hum of inspiration. It’s an immersive gallery experience that ONLY EXISTS FOR 7 DAYS, and IT'S ABSOLUTELY FREE. No Admission Pass Required The Sturgis Buffalo Chip’s 17th Annual Motorcycles As Art Exhibit Curated by Kevin Dunworth & Savannah Rose An Evocative Exploration of Motorcycle Culture, Craft & Creativity Saturday, Aug. 2 - Friday, Aug. 8, 2025 Buffalo Chip Event Center (Near the East Gate) Learn More What You'll See Newly unveiled custom motorcycles by prestigious and internationally known builders Unveiled works of wall art by…
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Tech N9ne
Bands
Out of the Midwest, Tech N9ne broke all of the rules, subverted expectations, dumbfounded the system, and set a precedent for hip-hop and independent music often imitated (but never duplicated) by generations to follow. At the helm of his own Strange Music proudly based in Kansas City, MO, he has notched four platinum singles, eleven gold singles, and two gold albums. After three decades in the game, he landed “the biggest hit of his career” with 2021’s “Face Off” featuring Joey Cool, King Iso, and none other than megastar Dwayne Johnson. What other 50-year-old rapper has sent TikTok into a…
Out of the Midwest, Tech N9ne broke all of the rules, subverted expectations, dumbfounded the system, and set a precedent for hip-hop and independent music often imitated (but never duplicated) by generations to follow. At the helm of his own Strange Music proudly based in Kansas City, MO, he has notched four platinum singles, eleven gold singles, and two gold albums. After three decades in the game, he landed “the biggest hit of his career” with 2021’s “Face Off” featuring Joey Cool, King Iso, and none other than megastar Dwayne Johnson. What other 50-year-old rapper has sent TikTok into a tizzy, generated a quarter-of-a-billion stream, and incited a frenzy from Variety, People, TMZ, NY Post, Today, and Entertainment Weekly with just one track?
It’s unheard of in typical hip-hop, but Tech and Strange Music are anything but typical
Dakotah Faye
Bands
Hailing from Minot, North Dakota, Dakotah Faye is a seasoned musician and storyteller whose work captures raw emotion and undeniable authenticity. Over the last decade, he has toured extensively across the Midwest, sharing his powerful sound and heartfelt lyrics with audiences from all walks of life. With two years of sobriety under his belt, Dakotah brings a renewed sense of purpose and clarity to his music, channeling his journey of resilience and self-discovery into every performance. His dedication to his craft has earned him recognition, including two North Dakota Music Award nominations and being named the 2024 Best Performer by…
Hailing from Minot, North Dakota, Dakotah Faye is a seasoned musician and storyteller whose work captures raw emotion and undeniable authenticity. Over the last decade, he has toured extensively across the Midwest, sharing his powerful sound and heartfelt lyrics with audiences from all walks of life.
With two years of sobriety under his belt, Dakotah brings a renewed sense of purpose and clarity to his music, channeling his journey of resilience and self-discovery into every performance. His dedication to his craft has earned him recognition, including two North Dakota Music Award nominations and being named the 2024 Best Performer by the Minot Daily News.
Throughout his career, Dakotah has had the privilege of collaborating and sharing stages with renowned artists such as Bone Thugs-N-Harmony, Machine Gun Kelly, and Rittz, solidifying his place as a respected figure in the music scene. Blending his Midwestern roots with a fearless approach to storytelling, Dakotah Faye delivers music that resonates deeply, leaving a lasting impact on everyone who hears it.
Super Bee
Bands
A four piece out of Southern Connecticut, Super Bee is the newest thing in good ol fashioned Rock N' Roll. Super Bee is both like the old and new iterations of the iconic muscle car from Dodge. When you hear it you know its new, but it still has that same nostalgic feeling you had way back when.
A four piece out of Southern Connecticut, Super Bee is the newest thing in good ol fashioned Rock N' Roll. Super Bee is both like the old and new iterations of the iconic muscle car from Dodge. When you hear it you know its new, but it still has that same nostalgic feeling you had way back when.
The ShotGunBillys
Bands
High energy southern rock blending Memphis blues with a steady Arkansas country handshake. Meet the ShotGunBillys. The band hails from the outskirts of Memphis, Tennessee. They were nurtured on the sounds that made Memphis great but have carved a distinct sound that blends it all.
High energy southern rock blending Memphis blues with a steady Arkansas country handshake. Meet the ShotGunBillys. The band hails from the outskirts of Memphis, Tennessee. They were nurtured on the sounds that made Memphis great but have carved a distinct sound that blends it all.
Erin Viancourt
Bands
Full-hearted, free-spirited, and irresistibly genuine, Erin Viancourt's take on country music is both timeless and entirely attuned to the chaos of modern life.
Full-hearted, free-spirited, and irresistibly genuine, Erin Viancourt's take on country music is both timeless and entirely attuned to the chaos of modern life.
Erin Viancourt
Bands
Full-hearted, free-spirited, and irresistibly genuine, Erin Viancourt's take on country music is both timeless and entirely attuned to the chaos of modern life.
Full-hearted, free-spirited, and irresistibly genuine, Erin Viancourt's take on country music is both timeless and entirely attuned to the chaos of modern life.
Gunshine
Bands
Gunshine is the Rock-n-Roll band you’ve been missing. Hailing from Pensacola, FL, Gunshine recalls the edge and bravado of Rock’s greats such as AC/DC, Boston, and Guns N Roses, but with an original, modern twist. Add in a healthy dose of hard-hitting production which sonically gives the songs a punchy, powerful analog sound. The result? Blistering guitar solos, soaring vocals and a lethal rhythm section. In a world where it is commonplace to play it safe and not musically “rock the boat”, Gunshine offers a breath of fresh air and throws the rule book out the window. No tricks, no…
Gunshine is the Rock-n-Roll band you’ve been missing. Hailing from Pensacola, FL, Gunshine recalls the edge and bravado of Rock’s greats such as AC/DC, Boston, and Guns N Roses, but with an original, modern twist. Add in a healthy dose of hard-hitting production which sonically gives the songs a punchy, powerful analog sound. The result? Blistering guitar solos, soaring vocals and a lethal rhythm section. In a world where it is commonplace to play it safe and not musically “rock the boat”, Gunshine offers a breath of fresh air and throws the rule book out the window. No tricks, no frills, no BS. This is the way Rock was meant to be played and heard.
Pecos and the Rooftops
Bands
Gene Simmons – Sunday, Aug. 3, 2025 10pm
Concerts
Gene Simmons – Sunday, Aug. 3, 2025 10pm Wanna Rock And Roll All Nite? AND Party Every Day? You better KISS your other plans goodbye because the frontman of the “world’s ultimate rock band”, KISS, will light up the Sturgis Rally on Sunday, Aug. 3. KISS may have called it quits but Gene Simmons is far from done. The man with the tongue, the writer or co-writer of 105 KISS songs that sold more than 100 million albums and earned more Gold Album Record Awards than any American band in history, the singer of more than 100 KISS hits is…
Gene Simmons – Sunday, Aug. 3, 2025 10pm
Wanna Rock And Roll All Nite? AND Party Every Day? You better KISS your other plans goodbye because the frontman of the “world’s ultimate rock band”, KISS, will light up the Sturgis Rally on Sunday, Aug. 3. KISS may have called it quits but Gene Simmons is far from done. The man with the tongue, the writer or co-writer of 105 KISS songs that sold more than 100 million albums and earned more Gold Album Record Awards than any American band in history, the singer of more than 100 KISS hits is bringing you some of the most popular hits during the Best Party Anywhere.
In addition to world-class entertainment, Buffalo Chip guests can experience thrilling events, legendary rides, powerful freedom celebrations, top-tier bike shows, heart-pounding stunts, white-knuckle racing, worthwhile charity events and more during the 2025 event. The festival runs Aug. 1-10, 2025. For a full list of Sturgis Buffalo Chip events, see BuffaloChip.com/EVENTS. The Buffalo Chip is home to the Sturgis Rally Information Center™ and is the official sponsor of the free Sturgis.com Official Sturgis Rally Registration Program.
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The Sturgis Buffalo Chip® is the award-winning leader in music and motorcycle lifestyle experiences. Hailed as The Largest Music Festival in Motorcycling® and The Best Party Anywhere®, it has been the epicenter of the annual Sturgis Motorcycle Rally since its establishment in 1981. Every August, the Buffalo Chip brings together the world’s largest gathering of music and motorcycle fans, with visitors from all 50 states and over 20 countries. It remains one of the world’s most televised and longest-running independent music festivals. The Chip advances the Sturgis Rally by being home to the Sturgis Rally Information Center™ and the official sponsor of the Sturgis.com Official Sturgis Rally Registration Program. More details are available at BuffaloChip.com, and for more info on the Buffalo Chip’s events outside of rally visit BuffaloChipCampground.com
A Buffalo Chip concert ticket gives the holder entrance to the Buffalo Chip for ANY and ALL event's put on inside the Chip's arena during that day. The Headliner Bands normally start at around 10pm. Check your ticket for details.
Motorcycles as Art
Bike Shows
Step into a space where chrome and canvas collide... Where the roar of engines meets the quiet hum of inspiration. It’s an immersive gallery experience that ONLY EXISTS FOR 7 DAYS, and IT'S ABSOLUTELY FREE. No Admission Pass Required The Sturgis Buffalo Chip’s 17th Annual Motorcycles As Art Exhibit Curated by Kevin Dunworth & Savannah Rose An Evocative Exploration of Motorcycle Culture, Craft & Creativity Saturday, Aug. 2 - Friday, Aug. 8, 2025 Buffalo Chip Event Center (Near the East Gate) Learn More What You'll See Newly unveiled custom motorcycles by prestigious and internationally known builders Unveiled works of wall art by…
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Super Bee
Bands
A four piece out of Southern Connecticut, Super Bee is the newest thing in good ol fashioned Rock N' Roll. Super Bee is both like the old and new iterations of the iconic muscle car from Dodge. When you hear it you know its new, but it still has that same nostalgic feeling you had way back when.
A four piece out of Southern Connecticut, Super Bee is the newest thing in good ol fashioned Rock N' Roll. Super Bee is both like the old and new iterations of the iconic muscle car from Dodge. When you hear it you know its new, but it still has that same nostalgic feeling you had way back when.
Tyler Halverson
Bands
From a small town in South Dakota, Tyler Halverson’s unique style of country music takes inspiration from classic country and western music, while also looking ahead to the genre’s future. At the age of 20, Tyler moved to Nashville to attend Belmont University where he studied music business and refined his songwriting craft. However, Tyler’s favorite thing about Nashville is leaving Nashville. Tyler finds joy in taking his songs on the road and playing for fellow hippies, cowboys, and everyone in between. He calls it Western Amerijuana Music. Tyler’s first songs were co-produced by himself, Ryan Youmans, and Muscadine Bloodline’s…
From a small town in South Dakota, Tyler Halverson’s unique style of country music takes inspiration from classic country and western music, while also looking ahead to the genre’s future. At the age of 20, Tyler moved to Nashville to attend Belmont University where he studied music business and refined his songwriting craft. However, Tyler’s favorite thing about Nashville is leaving Nashville. Tyler finds joy in taking his songs on the road and playing for fellow hippies, cowboys, and everyone in between. He calls it Western Amerijuana Music. Tyler’s first songs were co-produced by himself, Ryan Youmans, and Muscadine Bloodline’s Gary Stanton, led by the singles “Beer Garden Baby” and “Mac Miller” in 2021. The new single “Her” is Tyler’s first for Atlantic Records, setting the stage for more new music due this year.
Ian Munsick
Bands
Ian Munsick is an American country music singer-songwriter from Sheridan, Wyoming signed to Warner Music Nashville. He has released a self-titled EP and two studio albums, the second of which was the inspiration for his 2023 documentary film, White Buffalo: Voices of the West.
Ian Munsick is an American country music singer-songwriter from Sheridan, Wyoming signed to Warner Music Nashville. He has released a self-titled EP and two studio albums, the second of which was the inspiration for his 2023 documentary film, White Buffalo: Voices of the West.
The ShotGunBillys
Bands
High energy southern rock blending Memphis blues with a steady Arkansas country handshake. Meet the ShotGunBillys. The band hails from the outskirts of Memphis, Tennessee. They were nurtured on the sounds that made Memphis great but have carved a distinct sound that blends it all.
High energy southern rock blending Memphis blues with a steady Arkansas country handshake. Meet the ShotGunBillys. The band hails from the outskirts of Memphis, Tennessee. They were nurtured on the sounds that made Memphis great but have carved a distinct sound that blends it all.
Erin Viancourt
Bands
Full-hearted, free-spirited, and irresistibly genuine, Erin Viancourt's take on country music is both timeless and entirely attuned to the chaos of modern life.
Full-hearted, free-spirited, and irresistibly genuine, Erin Viancourt's take on country music is both timeless and entirely attuned to the chaos of modern life.
Giovannie And The Hired Guns
Bands
Giovannie and the Hired Guns is an American country rock band from Stephenville, Texas. The band was formed in 2017 by Giovannie Yanez, who serves as the lead vocalist and songwriter. The other members of the band include Carlos Villa, Jerrod Flusche, Alex Trejo, and Milton Toles.
Giovannie and the Hired Guns is an American country rock band from Stephenville, Texas. The band was formed in 2017 by Giovannie Yanez, who serves as the lead vocalist and songwriter. The other members of the band include Carlos Villa, Jerrod Flusche, Alex Trejo, and Milton Toles.
Colt Ford
Concerts
Jason Farris Brown known professionally as Colt Ford, is an American country rap musician, songwriter, entrepreneur, and former professional golfer. He is also the co-founder of record label Average Joes Entertainment.
Jason Farris Brown known professionally as Colt Ford, is an American country rap musician, songwriter, entrepreneur, and former professional golfer. He is also the co-founder of record label Average Joes Entertainment.
18th Annual Buffalo Chip Legends Ride®
Rides & Races
Riders and celebrities first got together in 2008 to enjoy a ride through the Black Hills. We believed then, just as we do now, that riding together forms bonds that create brotherhoods and sisterhoods. We also believed that together we could help preserve riding heritage and make a difference in the lives of some very special Special Olympians while we ride. And together we have. Riders like you have helped donate well over $2.8 million to charities like the Sturgis Motorcycle Museum and the Black Hills Special Olympics while having a lot of fun along the way. We can’t wait…
Riders and celebrities first got together in 2008 to enjoy a ride through the Black Hills. We believed then, just as we do now, that riding together forms bonds that create brotherhoods and sisterhoods. We also believed that together we could help preserve riding heritage and make a difference in the lives of some very special Special Olympians while we ride. And together we have. Riders like you have helped donate well over $2.8 million to charities like the Sturgis Motorcycle Museum and the Black Hills Special Olympics while having a lot of fun along the way. We can’t wait to see what we can do together as Legends Riders in years to come, and hope you’ll join us to experience it for yourself.
Rod Woodruff, Sturgis Buffalo Chip President
Who: The biggest names in television, film, music and motorcycling, and YOU!
What: The Ride that Rocks!™
When: Monday, Aug. 4, 2025
Registration – 10-11 a.m.
Live Auction – 2 p.m.
Kickstands Up – 3 p.m.
Reception – 5 p.m.
Where:
Deadwood Outlaw Square/Silverado Franklin Gaming Complex to the Legendary Buffalo Chip
Why: To raise significant funds for local charities
Ride and rub elbows with some of the biggest names in the biz during the 18th annual Legends Ride presented by Progressive!
The Buffalo Chip’s Legends Ride is the heart of the motorcycle community in one big ride, raising charity funds for several area charities. The Ride that Rocks has hosted bikers from all over the world, including some of the biggest names in social media, television and streaming broadcasts, movies, music, motorcycling, and political leadership. Buffalo Chip charity events including the Legends Ride have raised more than $2.8 million for charity.
STURGIS BUFFALO CHIP CAMPGROUND ADMISSION AND ENTERTAINMENT FOR MONDAY, AUG. 4 INCLUDED WITH FIRST 50 RESERVATIONS!
THE KICK OFF, RIDE AND CONCERTS
Walk in the footsteps of Wild West legends over Deadwood’s beautiful cobblestone motorcycle-only Main Street as you meet other riders and rub elbows with celebrities. Here, the Legends Ride invites you take part in an unparalleled live custom motorcycle and art auction right in front of the historic Franklin Hotel that features a one-of-a-kind custom motorcycle going to the highest bidder.
Following the always exciting auction, riders will enjoy a self-guided, scenic ride led by legendary celebrities and special guests through the beautiful Black Hills alongside hundreds of fellow Legends Riders.
Participants will then enjoy a riders-only reception complete with complimentary food, drinks and entertainment.
SEE AND BE SEEN
The Legends Ride is truly iconic, having drawn celebrities like Aerosmith’s Steven Tyler, Journey’s Neal Schon, Orange County Choppers’ Paul Teutul, Sr., actor R. Lee Ermey, philanthropist John Paul DeJoria, South Dakota Governor Kristi Noem, and the Arlen Ness family, just to name a few.
This high-profile, celebrity appeal has been featured on CMT, the National Geographic Channel, the Tonight Show, FX Network and the Travel Channel, as well as in countless print, online and newspaper articles.
Don’t miss your chance to meet, ride and party with the stars, all while raising money for worthwhile charities. Join the Ride that Rocks during the rally by reserving now!
Five Finger Death Punch – Monday, Aug. 4, 2025 10pm
Concerts
Five Finger Death Punch – Monday, Aug. 4, 2025 10pm Prepare to be pummeled by a merciless mixture of fierce metallic grooves and aggressively catchy melodies when Five Finger Death Punch returns to annihilate the Buffalo Chip audience during the 85th anniversary of the Sturgis Motorcycle Rally. The Las Vegas heavy metallers will bring an adrenaline-packed evening to a climax from the legendary Wolfman Jack Stage on Monday, Aug. 4. In addition to world-class entertainment, Buffalo Chip guests can experience thrilling events, legendary rides, powerful freedom celebrations, top-tier bike shows, heart-pounding stunts, white-knuckle racing, worthwhile charity events and more during…
Five Finger Death Punch – Monday, Aug. 4, 2025 10pm
Prepare to be pummeled by a merciless mixture of fierce metallic grooves and aggressively catchy melodies when Five Finger Death Punch returns to annihilate the Buffalo Chip audience during the 85th anniversary of the Sturgis Motorcycle Rally. The Las Vegas heavy metallers will bring an adrenaline-packed evening to a climax from the legendary Wolfman Jack Stage on Monday, Aug. 4.
In addition to world-class entertainment, Buffalo Chip guests can experience thrilling events, legendary rides, powerful freedom celebrations, top-tier bike shows, heart-pounding stunts, white-knuckle racing, worthwhile charity events and more during the 2025 event. The festival runs Aug. 1-10, 2025. For a full list of Sturgis Buffalo Chip events, see BuffaloChip.com/EVENTS. The Buffalo Chip is home to the Sturgis Rally Information Center™ and is the official sponsor of the free Sturgis.com Official Sturgis Rally Registration Program.
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The Sturgis Buffalo Chip® is the award-winning leader in music and motorcycle lifestyle experiences. Hailed as The Largest Music Festival in Motorcycling® and The Best Party Anywhere®, it has been the epicenter of the annual Sturgis Motorcycle Rally since its establishment in 1981. Every August, the Buffalo Chip brings together the world’s largest gathering of music and motorcycle fans, with visitors from all 50 states and over 20 countries. It remains one of the world’s most televised and longest-running independent music festivals. The Chip advances the Sturgis Rally by being home to the Sturgis Rally Information Center™ and the official sponsor of the Sturgis.com Official Sturgis Rally Registration Program. More details are available at BuffaloChip.com, and for more info on the Buffalo Chip’s events outside of rally visit BuffaloChipCampground.com
A Buffalo Chip concert ticket gives the holder entrance to the Buffalo Chip for ANY and ALL event's put on inside the Chip's arena during that day. The Headliner Bands normally start at around 10pm. Check your ticket for details.
Motorcycles as Art
Bike Shows
Step into a space where chrome and canvas collide... Where the roar of engines meets the quiet hum of inspiration. It’s an immersive gallery experience that ONLY EXISTS FOR 7 DAYS, and IT'S ABSOLUTELY FREE. No Admission Pass Required The Sturgis Buffalo Chip’s 17th Annual Motorcycles As Art Exhibit Curated by Kevin Dunworth & Savannah Rose An Evocative Exploration of Motorcycle Culture, Craft & Creativity Saturday, Aug. 2 - Friday, Aug. 8, 2025 Buffalo Chip Event Center (Near the East Gate) Learn More What You'll See Newly unveiled custom motorcycles by prestigious and internationally known builders Unveiled works of wall art by…
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Citizen Soldier – Monday, Aug. 4, 2025 8pm
Concerts
Citizen Soldier Aug. 4 Citizen Soldier are all about fighting the good fight by combatting the rotten parts of life with high voltage rock ‘n’ roll weaponry. Born in 2016 when frontman Jake Segura penned their first lyrics from a psychiatric hospital, the band presents an accessible message wrapped in melodic, face-melting hard rock. It’s an experience that provides a group music therapy dynamic to everyone in attendance. Catch them live at the Buffalo Chip for the first time ever on Monday, Aug. 4 before Five Finger Death Punch. The Sturgis Buffalo Chip® is the award-winning leader in music and…
The Sturgis Buffalo Chip® is the award-winning leader in music and motorcycle lifestyle experiences. Hailed as The Largest Music Festival in Motorcycling® and The Best Party Anywhere®, it has been the epicenter of the annual Sturgis Motorcycle Rally since its establishment in 1981. Every August, the Buffalo Chip brings together the world’s largest gathering of music and motorcycle fans, with visitors from all 50 states and over 20 countries. It remains one of the world’s most televised and longest-running independent music festivals. The Chip advances the Sturgis Rally by being home to the Sturgis Rally Information Center™ and the official sponsor of the Sturgis.com Official Sturgis Rally Registration Program. More details are available at BuffaloChip.com, and for more info on the Buffalo Chip’s events outside of rally visit BuffaloChipCampground.com
A Buffalo Chip concert ticket gives the holder entrance to the Buffalo Chip for ANY and ALL event’s put on inside the Chip’s arena during that day. The Headliner Bands normally start at around 10pm. Check your ticket for details.
Tesla – Monday, Aug. 4, 2025 10pm
Concerts
Tesla – Monday, Aug. 4, 2025 10pm Rock Legends TESLA are taking the stage at FTS, on Monday, August 4, for the 85th Pappy Hoel Motorcycle Rally!!"TESLA is the perfect choice to kick off the 85th Rally," said Michael Ballard. "Their incredible live shows are exactly what we want to give our customers to help them celebrate this huge anniversary!"
Tesla – Monday, Aug. 4, 2025 10pm
Rock Legends TESLA are taking the stage at FTS, on Monday, August 4, for the 85th Pappy Hoel Motorcycle Rally!!
"TESLA is the perfect choice to kick off the 85th Rally," said Michael Ballard. "Their incredible live shows are exactly what we want to give our customers to help them celebrate this huge anniversary!"
CLUTCH
Bands
CLUTCH shares more in common with The Grateful Dead, Rush, and the Allman Brothers than their heavy riffs and heady twists-of-phrase might suggest. Because like those bands, the supporters who adore CLUTCH are there for the experience, community, and authentic connection. To love CLUTCH is to feel a sense of ownership, membership, and belonging. Seneca Valley High School classmates Neil Fallon (vocals), Tim Sult (guitar), Dan Maines (bass), and Jean-Paul Gaster (drums) share an unshakeable musical and personal bond now three decades strong. Shaped by the same region which birthed Bad Brains, Minor Threat, and Rites Of Spring, CLUTCH crafts…
CLUTCH shares more in common with The Grateful Dead, Rush, and the Allman Brothers than their heavy riffs and heady twists-of-phrase might suggest. Because like those bands, the supporters who adore CLUTCH are there for the experience, community, and authentic connection.
To love CLUTCH is to feel a sense of ownership, membership, and belonging.
Seneca Valley High School classmates Neil Fallon (vocals), Tim Sult (guitar), Dan Maines (bass), and Jean-Paul Gaster (drums) share an unshakeable musical and personal bond now three decades strong. Shaped by the same region which birthed Bad Brains, Minor Threat, and Rites Of Spring, CLUTCH crafts hyper-literate and libertine jams informed by hardcore fury and fuzzy, athletic, stoner rock.
A worldwide cabal of fans and critics cherish the band’s dense and diverse catalog of underground classics, released through major labels, indies, and since 2009, Clutch’s own Weathermaker imprint. Sunrise On Slaughter Beach, the band’s thirteenth studio album, is a slamming summary of everything that makes the band great and another giant leap forward into career longevity.
“There’s no question that Clutch etched themselves a name in the pantheon of great rock bands,” Lambgoat wrote in 2004. Classic Rock Magazine counted 2013’s Earth Rocker and 2015’s Psychic Warfare among the 50 Best Rock Albums of the 2010s. Rolling Stone described 2018’s Book of Bad Decisions as “bathed in the grit and liberal fuzz tone that have made their live shows legendary.”
Those live shows over the years include tours with Slayer, System Of A Down, and Marilyn Manson, and more recent co-headlining treks with Dropkick Murphys, Killswitch Engage, and Mastodon. Like Slayer or Iron Maiden, CLUTCH outlasted rock bands anchored to “hit songs” and the pressure of replicating them. The foursome from Germantown, Maryland, isn’t bound by trends. Across 13 studio albums and assorted releases since 1991, they’ve earned a reputation as one of the best around.
Blacktop Mojo
Bands
Blacktop Mojo is a rock band from Palestine, Texas. The band consists of lead vocalist Matt James, drummer Nathan Gillis, bassist Matt Curtis and guitarists Malcolm Booher and Ryan Kiefer. The band was founded by James and Gillis in 2012
Blacktop Mojo is a rock band from Palestine, Texas. The band consists of lead vocalist Matt James, drummer Nathan Gillis, bassist Matt Curtis and guitarists Malcolm Booher and Ryan Kiefer. The band was founded by James and Gillis in 2012
The Inspector Cluzo
Bands
The Inspector Cluzo is a French rock group from Mont-de-Marsan formed in 2007. The group is composed of Laurent "Malcom" Lacrouts, on the guitar and vocals and Mathieu "Phil" Jourdain, on the drums, both Mont-de-Marsan natives
The Inspector Cluzo is a French rock group from Mont-de-Marsan formed in 2007. The group is composed of Laurent "Malcom" Lacrouts, on the guitar and vocals and Mathieu "Phil" Jourdain, on the drums, both Mont-de-Marsan natives
National Short Track Races
Rides & Races
The national short track races are scheduled for Aug. 4-5, with gates opening at about 4 p.m., and opening ceremonies starting at 7 p.m. at the Jackpine Gypsies racing grounds
The national short track races are scheduled for Aug. 4-5, with gates opening at about 4 p.m., and opening ceremonies starting at 7 p.m. at the Jackpine Gypsies racing grounds
The ShotGunBillys
Bands
High energy southern rock blending Memphis blues with a steady Arkansas country handshake. Meet the ShotGunBillys. The band hails from the outskirts of Memphis, Tennessee. They were nurtured on the sounds that made Memphis great but have carved a distinct sound that blends it all.
High energy southern rock blending Memphis blues with a steady Arkansas country handshake. Meet the ShotGunBillys. The band hails from the outskirts of Memphis, Tennessee. They were nurtured on the sounds that made Memphis great but have carved a distinct sound that blends it all.
Rob Leines
Bands
Pulling triple duty as a songwriter, southern storyteller, and modern-day guitar hero, Leines fills his third album with tales from the fast lane, punctuating each song with amplified riffs and a voice sharpened by a heavy touring schedule. The result is a record for dive bars and dance halls, for highways and honky-tonks, for wheels that spin and and horizons that linger just out of reach.
Pulling triple duty as a songwriter, southern storyteller, and modern-day guitar hero, Leines fills his third album with tales from the fast lane, punctuating each song with amplified riffs and a voice sharpened by a heavy touring schedule. The result is a record for dive bars and dance halls, for highways and honky-tonks, for wheels that spin and and horizons that linger just out of reach.
Rob Leines
Bands
Pulling triple duty as a songwriter, southern storyteller, and modern-day guitar hero, Leines fills his third album with tales from the fast lane, punctuating each song with amplified riffs and a voice sharpened by a heavy touring schedule. The result is a record for dive bars and dance halls, for highways and honky-tonks, for wheels that spin and and horizons that linger just out of reach.
Pulling triple duty as a songwriter, southern storyteller, and modern-day guitar hero, Leines fills his third album with tales from the fast lane, punctuating each song with amplified riffs and a voice sharpened by a heavy touring schedule. The result is a record for dive bars and dance halls, for highways and honky-tonks, for wheels that spin and and horizons that linger just out of reach.
The Lowdown Drifters
Bands
The Lowdown Drifters are an American country rock band based in Fort Worth, Texas. The band was originally formed in the Pacific Northwest in 2015 by singer-songwriters Big John Cannon and Ryan Klein. The band's style has been described as "a Texas-based band blending country, rock, and Americana" or "a rock band with a fiddle problem"
The Lowdown Drifters are an American country rock band based in Fort Worth, Texas. The band was originally formed in the Pacific Northwest in 2015 by singer-songwriters Big John Cannon and Ryan Klein.
The band's style has been described as "a Texas-based band blending country, rock, and Americana" or "a rock band with a fiddle problem"
Shot of Poison
Bands
2025 is gonna be Nothin’ But a Good Time! Back by popular demand, the world’s #1 Poison tribute Shot of Poison is hitting the stage August 3rd & 4th at Shade Valley Camp Resort. Get ready for big hair, face-melting solos, and all the high-energy glam metal hits that made Poison legendary!
2025 is gonna be Nothin’ But a Good Time! Back by popular demand, the world’s #1 Poison tribute Shot of Poison is hitting the stage August 3rd & 4th at Shade Valley Camp Resort. Get ready for big hair, face-melting solos, and all the high-energy glam metal hits that made Poison legendary!
That Arena Rock Show
Bands
That Arena Rock Show is the ultimate high energy theatrical tribute to "Classic" Rock N' Roll. Performing legendary rock anthems that ruled the airwaves in the 70s and 80s. Including artists like: Led Zeppelin, Aerosmith, AC/DC, Bon Jovi, Guns N Roses to name a few.
That Arena Rock Show is the ultimate high energy theatrical tribute to "Classic" Rock N' Roll. Performing legendary rock anthems that ruled the airwaves in the 70s and 80s. Including artists like: Led Zeppelin, Aerosmith, AC/DC, Bon Jovi, Guns N Roses to name a few.
2025 Jacket Ride for Veteran Scholarships
Rides & Races
Time & Location Aug 05, 2025, 8:30 AM Spearfish, 1351 St Joe St, Spearfish, SD 57799, USA About the event The Jacket Ride is a motorcycle ride through the Northern Black Hills of South Dakota that takes place durig the annual Sturgis Motorcycle Rally. The ride is hosted by Black Hills State University and the proceeds benefit student veterans. The 2024 Jacket Ride will be held Tuesday, August 5th. Registration begins at 8:30am at the Joy Center on the BHSU Campus. Kick stands up at 10:00am. Lunch will be served following the ride at Wareing Motors in Sturgis. Register Now
Time & Location
Aug 05, 2025, 8:30 AM
Spearfish, 1351 St Joe St, Spearfish, SD 57799, USA
About the event
The Jacket Ride is a motorcycle ride through the Northern Black Hills of South Dakota that takes place durig the annual Sturgis Motorcycle Rally. The ride is hosted by Black Hills State University and the proceeds benefit student veterans.
The 2024 Jacket Ride will be held Tuesday, August 5th. Registration begins at 8:30am at the Joy Center on the BHSU Campus. Kick stands up at 10:00am. Lunch will be served following the ride at Wareing Motors in Sturgis.
Register Now
Jason Aldean – Tuesday, Aug. 5, 2025 10pm
Concerts
Jason Aldean - Tuesday, Aug. 5, 2025 The Best Party Anywhere® is getting a little rowdier with three-time ACM Entertainer of the Year and Grammy nominee Jason Aldean on the 85th Annual Sturgis Rally lineup on Tuesday, Aug. 5! With 28 no. 1 singles, 18 billion streams, and more than 20 million albums sold, he’s sure to light up the night with chart-topping country-rock hits like “My Kinda Party,” “Big Green Tractor,” “Dirt Road Anthem,” “She’s Country,” “Try That In A Small Town,” and much more. In addition to world-class entertainment, Buffalo Chip guests can experience thrilling events, legendary rides,…
Jason Aldean - Tuesday, Aug. 5, 2025
The Best Party Anywhere® is getting a little rowdier with three-time ACM Entertainer of the Year and Grammy nominee Jason Aldean on the 85th Annual Sturgis Rally lineup on Tuesday, Aug. 5! With 28 no. 1 singles, 18 billion streams, and more than 20 million albums sold, he’s sure to light up the night with chart-topping country-rock hits like “My Kinda Party,” “Big Green Tractor,” “Dirt Road Anthem,” “She’s Country,” “Try That In A Small Town,” and much more.
In addition to world-class entertainment, Buffalo Chip guests can experience thrilling events, legendary rides, powerful freedom celebrations, top-tier bike shows, heart-pounding stunts, white-knuckle racing, worthwhile charity events and more during the 2025 event. The festival runs Aug. 1-10, 2025. For a full list of Sturgis Buffalo Chip events, see BuffaloChip.com/EVENTS. The Buffalo Chip is home to the Sturgis Rally Information Center™ and is the official sponsor of the free Sturgis.com Official Sturgis Rally Registration Program.
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The Sturgis Buffalo Chip® is the award-winning leader in music and motorcycle lifestyle experiences. Hailed as The Largest Music Festival in Motorcycling® and The Best Party Anywhere®, it has been the epicenter of the annual Sturgis Motorcycle Rally since its establishment in 1981. Every August, the Buffalo Chip brings together the world’s largest gathering of music and motorcycle fans, with visitors from all 50 states and over 20 countries. It remains one of the world’s most televised and longest-running independent music festivals. The Chip advances the Sturgis Rally by being home to the Sturgis Rally Information Center™ and the official sponsor of the Sturgis.com Official Sturgis Rally Registration Program. More details are available at BuffaloChip.com, and for more info on the Buffalo Chip’s events outside of rally visit BuffaloChipCampground.com
A Buffalo Chip concert ticket gives the holder entrance to the Buffalo Chip for ANY and ALL event's put on inside the Chip's arena during that day. The Headliner Bands normally start at around 10pm. Check your ticket for details.
17th Annual Biker Belles®
Rides & Races
Experience a full day of events that celebrate women in motorcycling during the Sturgis Buffalo Chip®’s’ Biker Belles Women’s Day presented by Harley-Davidson. On Tuesday, Aug. 5, you’re invited to join a day of relaxing and uplifting festivities that celebrate the fastest-growing segment in motorcycling—WOMEN!—while supporting organizations benefiting women’s causes. Women riders, passengers and the friends who support them are invited to gather for any or all of the events. Join with friends old and new, featured moto-celebs influencers and the founders of this event for Biker Belles Women’s Day! Who: YOU! Us & Harley-Davidson. What: 17th Annual Biker Belles®…
Experience a full day of events that celebrate women in motorcycling during the Sturgis Buffalo Chip®’s’ Biker Belles Women’s Day presented by Harley-Davidson.
On Tuesday, Aug. 5, you’re invited to join a day of relaxing and uplifting festivities that celebrate the fastest-growing segment in motorcycling—WOMEN!—while supporting organizations benefiting women’s causes.
Women riders, passengers and the friends who support them are invited to gather for any or all of the events. Join with friends old and new, featured moto-celebs influencers and the founders of this event for Biker Belles Women’s Day!
Who: YOU! Us & Harley-Davidson.
What: 17th Annual Biker Belles® Women’s Day Celebration at the Sturgis Buffalo Chip
When: Tuesday, Aug. 5, 2025 7:30 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Registration begins at 7:30 a.m. at The Lodge at Deadwood. Kickstands up at 9AM.
Where: Ride departs from The Lodge at Deadwood. Celebration & Coffee Clutch at the Buffalo Chip CrossRoads.
Why: To celebrate women in riding and raise significant funds for local charities.
GRAB LIFE BY THE HANDLEBARS
The Morning Ride™
The Biker Belles Morning Ride™ Sturgis presented by Harley-Davidson will take you on a guided journey through the beautiful Black Hills. The ride begins at The Lodge at Deadwood to a Coffee Clutch and reception at the Buffalo Chip CrossRoads. Here, leading industry women will discuss their experiences with motorcycling during an inspiring Coffee Clutch.
UNWIND WITH YOUR WIND SISTERS
Comfort Zone Pampering
Pamper yourself at the reception by visiting the Comfort Zone by Team Diva. Take advantage of this well-deserved opportunity to discover and experience new beauty care, fashion wear and riding gear made specifically for women in this retreat area!
FEED YOUR HUNGER FOR KNOWLEDGE
Coffee Clutch Panelists
Enjoy a delicious brunch provided and coffee from Sturgis Coffee Company while taking in stories during the Coffee Clutch. You’ll hear from speakers as well as featured special guests. While you’re there, be sure to check out the phenomenal auction items and place your bids.
You don’t have to have a fully custom built motorcycle to show it off – we want to see what you ride! Whether you’ve got a mile muncher covered in dirt, which may win the Dirtiest Bike award, or a really great story behind your ride, roll down on Tuesday to show it off at the Biker Belles Women’s Bike Show!
REAL DEAL REVOLUTION
Revolutionizing the perception of skilled trades…and women’s roles in them.
Join the hands-on fun as the REAL DEAL Workshoppes change the perception of skilled trades and women’s roles in them! Learn about welding, pin striping, leather stamping, jewelry making and more in these workshoppes taught by the Real Deal Revolution with support from The Jessi Combs Foundation.
Motorcycles as Art
Bike Shows
Step into a space where chrome and canvas collide... Where the roar of engines meets the quiet hum of inspiration. It’s an immersive gallery experience that ONLY EXISTS FOR 7 DAYS, and IT'S ABSOLUTELY FREE. No Admission Pass Required The Sturgis Buffalo Chip’s 17th Annual Motorcycles As Art Exhibit Curated by Kevin Dunworth & Savannah Rose An Evocative Exploration of Motorcycle Culture, Craft & Creativity Saturday, Aug. 2 - Friday, Aug. 8, 2025 Buffalo Chip Event Center (Near the East Gate) Learn More What You'll See Newly unveiled custom motorcycles by prestigious and internationally known builders Unveiled works of wall art by…
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Disturbed
Concerts
Emerging out of Chicago at the turn of the century with an insidious, infectious, and inimitable vision without comparison, Disturbed have quietly dominated hard rock on their own terms. They make the kind of music that pushes you to hold on tighter, fight harder, and persevere forever. It’s why they’ve quietly claimed a place at the forefront of 21st century rock with record-breaking success, sales of over 17 million-plus units, nearly 8 billion streams, and sold out shows around the globe. The two-time GRAMMY® Award-nominated quartet have notched five consecutive #1 debuts on the Billboard Top 200, occupying rarified air…
Emerging out of Chicago at the turn of the century with an insidious, infectious, and inimitable vision without comparison, Disturbed have quietly dominated hard rock on their own terms. They make the kind of music that pushes you to hold on tighter, fight harder, and persevere forever. It’s why they’ve quietly claimed a place at the forefront of 21st century rock with record-breaking success, sales of over 17 million-plus units, nearly 8 billion streams, and sold out shows around the globe.
The two-time GRAMMY® Award-nominated quartet have notched five consecutive #1 debuts on the Billboard Top 200, occupying rarified air alongside Metallica—the only other hard rock group to accomplish this feat. Since their influential 5x-platinum debut The Sickness in 2000, they have built a bulletproof catalog highlighted by a procession of smashes, including the platinum “Stupify,” “Inside The Fire,” and “Land of Confusion,” 2x-platinum “Stricken,” 6x-platinum “Down With The Sickness,” and 7x-platinum “The Sound of Silence.”
The latter notably received a GRAMMY® Award nomination in the category of “Best Rock Performance” as the band earned “Best Rock Artist” at the 2017 iHeartRadioMusic Awards. Still, Disturbed never stop, igniting their next chapter with their 2022 album Divisive featuring their 15th #1 at Rock Radio “Hey You,” “Unstoppable,” and more.
The Comancheros
Bands
THE FOUR HORSEMEN
Bands
Dedication to excellence is what separates U.S. metal heroes THE FOUR HORSEMEN from the ocean of 'tribute' bands. The only album-quality Metallica experience on the planet, they deliver the unforgettable, note-for-note, perfect experience that is guaranteed to surpass even the wildest dreams of Metallica aficionados. The speed, the precision, the signature riffs, and the look - THE FOUR HORSEMEN are the real deal! They have the talent to deliver the sonic authenticity of the vintage thrash songs with high caliber execution - including the blistering vocals of the albums like no one else. No gimmicks on the stage. Just sheer…
Dedication to excellence is what separates U.S. metal heroes THE FOUR HORSEMEN from the ocean of 'tribute' bands. The only album-quality Metallica experience on the planet, they deliver the unforgettable, note-for-note, perfect experience that is guaranteed to surpass even the wildest dreams of Metallica aficionados. The speed, the precision, the signature riffs, and the look - THE FOUR HORSEMEN are the real deal!
They have the talent to deliver the sonic authenticity of the vintage thrash songs with high caliber execution - including the blistering vocals of the albums like no one else. No gimmicks on the stage. Just sheer energy, chest-pounding, crowd-pleasing power. The very same intensity that drew millions to Metallica in the 80's. Guitarist/vocalist Sean Perry explains; "Fans deserve the highest quality reproduction of Metallica's records and shows. That's why we're here."
Guided by his vision and determination, the band have become heroes to their ever-growing fan base in the U.S. and are now spreading their wings to take over the globe.
Hairball
Bands
IT'S LIKE 20 CONCERTS IN ONE NIGHT! A band puts on a concert - Hairball puts on an event! Hairball is a Rock & Roll experience you won't soon forget. The lights, sound, smoke, fire, bombs, and screaming hoards of avid fans...to merely call it a concert would be like calling Mount Rushmore a roadside attraction! Vocalists Kris Vox, Dave Moody, and Patrick Stone lead the band through a 2+ hour, mind-blowing, and dropdead accurate homage to some of the biggest arena acts in the world. Van Halen, KISS, Motley Crue, Queen, Journey, and Aerosmith are but a few of…
IT'S LIKE 20 CONCERTS IN ONE NIGHT!
A band puts on a concert - Hairball puts on an event! Hairball is a Rock & Roll experience you won't soon forget. The lights, sound, smoke, fire, bombs, and screaming hoards of avid fans...to merely call it a concert would be like calling Mount Rushmore a roadside attraction!
Vocalists Kris Vox, Dave Moody, and Patrick Stone lead the band through a 2+ hour, mind-blowing, and dropdead accurate homage to some of the biggest arena acts in the world. Van Halen, KISS, Motley Crue, Queen, Journey, and Aerosmith are but a few of the acts fans will see brought to life. The Hairball stage becomes an entirely new rock concert before your very eyes countless times throughout the night.
The motor that drives the Hairball dragster consists of HBK on the electric bass, Billy on the drums, and Happy on the lead guitar. These Rock & Roll soldiers pride themselves on nailing some of the most memorable licks and chops of all time, while adding their own style and flare that they've cultivated over decades of tireless performing. This isn’t a side job. These guys eat, sleep and breathe Rock & Roll!
2025 finds Hairball celebrating its 25th year of rocking hundreds of thousands of people across the country. Constantly adding more characters, more pyrotechnics, more lights, more sound, more props, more surprises...more everything! While Happy often tells the audience "Today is the first day is the rest of your life!" Hairball performs every show as though it could be their last. Every night is a 100% full-on, no-holds-barred, exciting, chaotic, fiery party that has to be experienced to be believed!
National Short Track Races
Rides & Races
The national short track races are scheduled for Aug. 4-5, with gates opening at about 4 p.m., and opening ceremonies starting at 7 p.m. at the Jackpine Gypsies racing grounds
The national short track races are scheduled for Aug. 4-5, with gates opening at about 4 p.m., and opening ceremonies starting at 7 p.m. at the Jackpine Gypsies racing grounds
The ShotGunBillys
Bands
High energy southern rock blending Memphis blues with a steady Arkansas country handshake. Meet the ShotGunBillys. The band hails from the outskirts of Memphis, Tennessee. They were nurtured on the sounds that made Memphis great but have carved a distinct sound that blends it all.
High energy southern rock blending Memphis blues with a steady Arkansas country handshake. Meet the ShotGunBillys. The band hails from the outskirts of Memphis, Tennessee. They were nurtured on the sounds that made Memphis great but have carved a distinct sound that blends it all.
Rob Leines
Bands
Pulling triple duty as a songwriter, southern storyteller, and modern-day guitar hero, Leines fills his third album with tales from the fast lane, punctuating each song with amplified riffs and a voice sharpened by a heavy touring schedule. The result is a record for dive bars and dance halls, for highways and honky-tonks, for wheels that spin and and horizons that linger just out of reach.
Pulling triple duty as a songwriter, southern storyteller, and modern-day guitar hero, Leines fills his third album with tales from the fast lane, punctuating each song with amplified riffs and a voice sharpened by a heavy touring schedule. The result is a record for dive bars and dance halls, for highways and honky-tonks, for wheels that spin and and horizons that linger just out of reach.
Taylor Hunnicutt
Bands
Taylor Hunnicutt makes old-school southern music for the modern world. She's a proud daughter of Alabama, writing songs that nod to the state's tradition of country story telling, rock'n'roll rebellion, and guitar-driven grit.
Taylor Hunnicutt makes old-school southern music for the modern world. She's a proud daughter of Alabama, writing songs that nod to the state's tradition of country story telling, rock'n'roll rebellion, and guitar-driven grit.
Taylor Hunnicutt
Bands
Taylor Hunnicutt makes old-school southern music for the modern world. She's a proud daughter of Alabama, writing songs that nod to the state's tradition of country story telling, rock'n'roll rebellion, and guitar-driven grit.
Taylor Hunnicutt makes old-school southern music for the modern world. She's a proud daughter of Alabama, writing songs that nod to the state's tradition of country story telling, rock'n'roll rebellion, and guitar-driven grit.
Them Dirty Roses
Bands
Born and raised in the Bama clay, these boys are as southern as they come. Taught how to bend a string and break a heart by Skynyrd and Hank, brothers James and Frank Ford along with their hometown friends Andrew Davis and Ben Crain formed the southern rock band known as Them Dirty Roses. Piling into an RV with their belongings, their instruments, and all the whiskey they could carry (in the cooler), they made their way from Gadsden, AL to Nashville, TN. All living all under one roof, Them Dirty Roses are a living example of the quintessential rock and roll…
Born and raised in the Bama clay, these boys are as southern as they come. Taught how to bend a string and break a heart by Skynyrd and Hank, brothers James and Frank Ford along with their hometown friends Andrew Davis and Ben Crain formed the southern rock band known as Them Dirty Roses. Piling into an RV with their belongings, their instruments, and all the whiskey they could carry (in the cooler), they made their way from Gadsden, AL to Nashville, TN. All living all under one roof, Them Dirty Roses are a living example of the quintessential rock and roll American Dream. Their live show calls for a shot of whiskey and a 2 for 1 special -- BUT what that really means is you better be ready to throw back 12 for 6 and shake it with Them Dirty Roses.
Shitkicker’s Topless Tuesday
NICKELBACK – Wednesday, Aug. 6, 2025 10pm
Concerts
NICKELBACK - Returning to the Buffalo Chip for the first time in nearly 20 years, Nickelback is set to deliver a setlist filled with their most iconic songs. With over 50 million records sold, 22 million monthly Spotify listeners, and recognition from Billboard as one of the most successful bands of the 2000s, Nickelback remains a powerhouse in the music industry. Fans at the Sturgis Rally can look forward to singing along to timeless hits like “How You Remind Me,” “Rockstar,” “Animals,” “Photograph,” “Savin’ Me,” “Burn It to the Ground,” and many more. ## Nickelback, Jason Aldean, Five Finger Death…
NICKELBACK - Returning to the Buffalo Chip for the first time in nearly 20 years, Nickelback is set to deliver a setlist filled with their most iconic songs. With over 50 million records sold, 22 million monthly Spotify listeners, and recognition from Billboard as one of the most successful bands of the 2000s, Nickelback remains a powerhouse in the music industry. Fans at the Sturgis Rally can look forward to singing along to timeless hits like “How You Remind Me,” “Rockstar,” “Animals,” “Photograph,” “Savin’ Me,” “Burn It to the Ground,” and many more.
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Nickelback, Jason Aldean, Five Finger Death Punch, ZZ Top, and KISS' Gene Simmons are the first of dozens announced as part of the Legendary Sturgis Buffalo Chip’s diverse 2025 lineup that includes rock, classic rock, country rock.
In addition to world-class entertainment, Buffalo Chip guests can experience thrilling events, legendary rides, powerful freedom celebrations, top-tier bike shows, heart-pounding stunts, white-knuckle racing, worthwhile charity events and more during the 2025 event. The festival runs Aug. 1-10, 2025. For a full list of Sturgis Buffalo Chip events, see BuffaloChip.com/EVENTS. The Buffalo Chip is home to the Sturgis Rally Information Center™ and is the official sponsor of the free Sturgis.com Official Sturgis Rally Registration Program.
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The Sturgis Buffalo Chip® is the award-winning leader in music and motorcycle lifestyle experiences. Hailed as The Largest Music Festival in Motorcycling® and The Best Party Anywhere®, it has been the epicenter of the annual Sturgis Motorcycle Rally since its establishment in 1981. Every August, the Buffalo Chip brings together the world’s largest gathering of music and motorcycle fans, with visitors from all 50 states and over 20 countries. It remains one of the world’s most televised and longest-running independent music festivals. The Chip advances the Sturgis Rally by being home to the Sturgis Rally Information Center™ and the official sponsor of the Sturgis.com Official Sturgis Rally Registration Program. More details are available at BuffaloChip.com, and for more info on the Buffalo Chip’s events outside of rally visit BuffaloChipCampground.com
A Buffalo Chip concert ticket gives the holder entrance to the Buffalo Chip for ANY and ALL event's put on inside the Chip's arena during that day. The Headliner Bands normally start at around 10pm. Check your ticket for details.
Josh Ross – Wednesday, Aug. 6, 2025
Concerts
Josh Ross - Canadian native and one of Nashville’s most promising singer-songwriter-performers Josh Ross brings his brand of unconventional country-rock to the Chip for the first time ever for the 85th Anniversary Sturgis Rally. Drawing influence spanning from Guns N’ Roses to Steve Earle, Ross pairs a dark, mellow blast of modern country rock with a warm vocal rasp, heart-on-his-sleeve writing and addictive hooks that respect no borders – genre or otherwise. ## Nickelback, Jason Aldean, Five Finger Death Punch, ZZ Top, and KISS' Gene Simmons are the first of dozens announced as part of the Legendary Sturgis Buffalo Chip’s…
Josh Ross - Canadian native and one of Nashville’s most promising singer-songwriter-performers Josh Ross brings his brand of unconventional country-rock to the Chip for the first time ever for the 85th Anniversary Sturgis Rally. Drawing influence spanning from Guns N’ Roses to Steve Earle, Ross pairs a dark, mellow blast of modern country rock with a warm vocal rasp, heart-on-his-sleeve writing and addictive hooks that respect no borders – genre or otherwise.
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Nickelback, Jason Aldean, Five Finger Death Punch, ZZ Top, and KISS' Gene Simmons are the first of dozens announced as part of the Legendary Sturgis Buffalo Chip’s diverse 2025 lineup that includes rock, classic rock, country rock.
In addition to world-class entertainment, Buffalo Chip guests can experience thrilling events, legendary rides, powerful freedom celebrations, top-tier bike shows, heart-pounding stunts, white-knuckle racing, worthwhile charity events and more during the 2025 event. The festival runs Aug. 1-10, 2025. For a full list of Sturgis Buffalo Chip events, see BuffaloChip.com/EVENTS. The Buffalo Chip is home to the Sturgis Rally Information Center™ and is the official sponsor of the free Sturgis.com Official Sturgis Rally Registration Program.
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The Sturgis Buffalo Chip® is the award-winning leader in music and motorcycle lifestyle experiences. Hailed as The Largest Music Festival in Motorcycling® and The Best Party Anywhere®, it has been the epicenter of the annual Sturgis Motorcycle Rally since its establishment in 1981. Every August, the Buffalo Chip brings together the world’s largest gathering of music and motorcycle fans, with visitors from all 50 states and over 20 countries. It remains one of the world’s most televised and longest-running independent music festivals. The Chip advances the Sturgis Rally by being home to the Sturgis Rally Information Center™ and the official sponsor of the Sturgis.com Official Sturgis Rally Registration Program. More details are available at BuffaloChip.com, and for more info on the Buffalo Chip’s events outside of rally visit BuffaloChipCampground.com
A Buffalo Chip concert ticket gives the holder entrance to the Buffalo Chip for ANY and ALL event's put on inside the Chip's arena during that day. The Headliner Bands normally start at around 10pm. Check your ticket for details.
Motorcycles as Art
Bike Shows
Step into a space where chrome and canvas collide... Where the roar of engines meets the quiet hum of inspiration. It’s an immersive gallery experience that ONLY EXISTS FOR 7 DAYS, and IT'S ABSOLUTELY FREE. No Admission Pass Required The Sturgis Buffalo Chip’s 17th Annual Motorcycles As Art Exhibit Curated by Kevin Dunworth & Savannah Rose An Evocative Exploration of Motorcycle Culture, Craft & Creativity Saturday, Aug. 2 - Friday, Aug. 8, 2025 Buffalo Chip Event Center (Near the East Gate) Learn More What You'll See Newly unveiled custom motorcycles by prestigious and internationally known builders Unveiled works of wall art by…
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2025 Pappy Hoel Memorial Ride
Rides & Races
The Pappy Hoel Memorial Ride will take place Wednesday August 6, 2025. Register at 9:00 AM and the ride will leave the Full Throttle Saloon at 10am. Meet at the Pappy Hoel Campground Building (the big red building on the hill). There is a $50 per BIKE donation required and proceeds support local charities. Please select whether you have one or two riders. Lunch is provided. On the ride this year celebrities will include Michael Ballard owner of the Full Throttle Saloon, Angie Ballard, Jesse James Dupree of Jackyl and others. You will not be shipped anything in the mail. Please bring…
The Pappy Hoel Memorial Ride will take place Wednesday August 6, 2025. Register at 9:00 AM and the ride will leave the Full Throttle Saloon at 10am. Meet at the Pappy Hoel Campground Building (the big red building on the hill). There is a $50 per BIKE donation required and proceeds support local charities. Please select whether you have one or two riders. Lunch is provided.
On the ride this year celebrities will include Michael Ballard owner of the Full Throttle Saloon, Angie Ballard, Jesse James Dupree of Jackyl and others. You will not be shipped anything in the mail. Please bring your driver's license that you checked out with to confirm online registration.
**NO REFUNDS ARE ALLOWED - ALL SALES ARE FINAL***
Hulett Wy Ham and Jam
Concerts, Foods, Music
The rally may be in Sturgis, but on these two days the party is in Hulett. Performers, free food and live music will highlight your rally-time experience in the Cowboy State. Ride the Spirit Highway into Hulett and enjoy our western hospitality while taking in the beautiful Wyoming side of the Black Hills.
The rally may be in Sturgis, but on these two days the party is in Hulett. Performers, free food and live music will highlight your rally-time experience in the Cowboy State. Ride the Spirit Highway into Hulett and enjoy our western hospitality while taking in the beautiful Wyoming side of the Black Hills.
The Comancheros
Bands
THE FOUR HORSEMEN
Bands
Dedication to excellence is what separates U.S. metal heroes THE FOUR HORSEMEN from the ocean of 'tribute' bands. The only album-quality Metallica experience on the planet, they deliver the unforgettable, note-for-note, perfect experience that is guaranteed to surpass even the wildest dreams of Metallica aficionados. The speed, the precision, the signature riffs, and the look - THE FOUR HORSEMEN are the real deal! They have the talent to deliver the sonic authenticity of the vintage thrash songs with high caliber execution - including the blistering vocals of the albums like no one else. No gimmicks on the stage. Just sheer…
Dedication to excellence is what separates U.S. metal heroes THE FOUR HORSEMEN from the ocean of 'tribute' bands. The only album-quality Metallica experience on the planet, they deliver the unforgettable, note-for-note, perfect experience that is guaranteed to surpass even the wildest dreams of Metallica aficionados. The speed, the precision, the signature riffs, and the look - THE FOUR HORSEMEN are the real deal!
They have the talent to deliver the sonic authenticity of the vintage thrash songs with high caliber execution - including the blistering vocals of the albums like no one else. No gimmicks on the stage. Just sheer energy, chest-pounding, crowd-pleasing power. The very same intensity that drew millions to Metallica in the 80's. Guitarist/vocalist Sean Perry explains; "Fans deserve the highest quality reproduction of Metallica's records and shows. That's why we're here."
Guided by his vision and determination, the band have become heroes to their ever-growing fan base in the U.S. and are now spreading their wings to take over the globe.
Hairball
Bands
IT'S LIKE 20 CONCERTS IN ONE NIGHT! A band puts on a concert - Hairball puts on an event! Hairball is a Rock & Roll experience you won't soon forget. The lights, sound, smoke, fire, bombs, and screaming hoards of avid fans...to merely call it a concert would be like calling Mount Rushmore a roadside attraction! Vocalists Kris Vox, Dave Moody, and Patrick Stone lead the band through a 2+ hour, mind-blowing, and dropdead accurate homage to some of the biggest arena acts in the world. Van Halen, KISS, Motley Crue, Queen, Journey, and Aerosmith are but a few of…
IT'S LIKE 20 CONCERTS IN ONE NIGHT!
A band puts on a concert - Hairball puts on an event! Hairball is a Rock & Roll experience you won't soon forget. The lights, sound, smoke, fire, bombs, and screaming hoards of avid fans...to merely call it a concert would be like calling Mount Rushmore a roadside attraction!
Vocalists Kris Vox, Dave Moody, and Patrick Stone lead the band through a 2+ hour, mind-blowing, and dropdead accurate homage to some of the biggest arena acts in the world. Van Halen, KISS, Motley Crue, Queen, Journey, and Aerosmith are but a few of the acts fans will see brought to life. The Hairball stage becomes an entirely new rock concert before your very eyes countless times throughout the night.
The motor that drives the Hairball dragster consists of HBK on the electric bass, Billy on the drums, and Happy on the lead guitar. These Rock & Roll soldiers pride themselves on nailing some of the most memorable licks and chops of all time, while adding their own style and flare that they've cultivated over decades of tireless performing. This isn’t a side job. These guys eat, sleep and breathe Rock & Roll!
2025 finds Hairball celebrating its 25th year of rocking hundreds of thousands of people across the country. Constantly adding more characters, more pyrotechnics, more lights, more sound, more props, more surprises...more everything! While Happy often tells the audience "Today is the first day is the rest of your life!" Hairball performs every show as though it could be their last. Every night is a 100% full-on, no-holds-barred, exciting, chaotic, fiery party that has to be experienced to be believed!
The ShotGunBillys
Bands
High energy southern rock blending Memphis blues with a steady Arkansas country handshake. Meet the ShotGunBillys. The band hails from the outskirts of Memphis, Tennessee. They were nurtured on the sounds that made Memphis great but have carved a distinct sound that blends it all.
High energy southern rock blending Memphis blues with a steady Arkansas country handshake. Meet the ShotGunBillys. The band hails from the outskirts of Memphis, Tennessee. They were nurtured on the sounds that made Memphis great but have carved a distinct sound that blends it all.
The Lowdown Drifters
Bands
The Lowdown Drifters are an American country rock band based in Fort Worth, Texas. The band was originally formed in the Pacific Northwest in 2015 by singer-songwriters Big John Cannon and Ryan Klein. The band's style has been described as "a Texas-based band blending country, rock, and Americana" or "a rock band with a fiddle problem"
The Lowdown Drifters are an American country rock band based in Fort Worth, Texas. The band was originally formed in the Pacific Northwest in 2015 by singer-songwriters Big John Cannon and Ryan Klein.
The band's style has been described as "a Texas-based band blending country, rock, and Americana" or "a rock band with a fiddle problem"
Taylor Hunnicutt
Bands
Taylor Hunnicutt makes old-school southern music for the modern world. She's a proud daughter of Alabama, writing songs that nod to the state's tradition of country story telling, rock'n'roll rebellion, and guitar-driven grit.
Taylor Hunnicutt makes old-school southern music for the modern world. She's a proud daughter of Alabama, writing songs that nod to the state's tradition of country story telling, rock'n'roll rebellion, and guitar-driven grit.
The Filthy Heathens
Bands
The brainchild of vocalists and guitarists Bronson Hetzer, Ryan Palcic, and “Captain” Craig Bishop, The Filthy Heathens emerged against the backdrop of the pandemic out of a series of jam sessions back in 2021. Realizing they were on to something special following the addition of guitarist Cody Doench, the founding trio rapidly expanded their roster to include a second guitarist, Cavin Kemble — and with a full lineup secured, the rest was history. Building on the work of influences from Lynyrd Skynyrd and Waylon Jennings, to Blackberry Smoke and The Steel Woods, The Filthy Heathens have since cultivated a diverse…
The brainchild of vocalists and guitarists Bronson Hetzer, Ryan Palcic, and “Captain” Craig Bishop, The Filthy Heathens emerged against the backdrop of the pandemic out of a series of jam sessions back in 2021. Realizing they were on to something special following the addition of guitarist Cody Doench, the founding trio rapidly expanded their roster to include a second guitarist, Cavin Kemble — and with a full lineup secured, the rest was history. Building on the work of influences from Lynyrd Skynyrd and Waylon Jennings, to Blackberry Smoke and The Steel Woods, The Filthy Heathens have since cultivated a diverse and growing fanbase around their rebellious, modern take on the traditional Southern rock-meets-underground country sound, with a polished approach reflecting the lineup’s collective past as songwriters, session and touring musicians. Now, with momentum at an all-time high, the fearsome fivesome are now preparing to kick things up a notch for 2025, with their singles “Tupelo Sun “ and “Devils Like Me” leading up to the launch of “Etheridge”, their debut EP, planned for release Spring 2025. With a slew of out-of-state live performances under their belts in Mississippi, Florida, Kentucky, and Indiana, They have developed multiple anchor points for them to expand their reach from their Ohio base — a momentous step towards becoming a household name, nationwide and beyond.
Joe Stamm Band
Bands
Joe Stamm Band offers distinct storytelling mixed with a signature Black Dirt Country Rock sound – a sound that Stamm defines as “a nod to our Midwestern roots, as well as the Red Dirt music scene, which has had a big influence on our music.”
Joe Stamm Band offers distinct storytelling mixed with a signature Black Dirt Country Rock sound – a sound that Stamm defines as “a nod to our Midwestern roots, as well as the Red Dirt music scene, which has had a big influence on our music.”
Joe Stamm Band
Bands
Joe Stamm Band offers distinct storytelling mixed with a signature Black Dirt Country Rock sound – a sound that Stamm defines as “a nod to our Midwestern roots, as well as the Red Dirt music scene, which has had a big influence on our music.”
Joe Stamm Band offers distinct storytelling mixed with a signature Black Dirt Country Rock sound – a sound that Stamm defines as “a nod to our Midwestern roots, as well as the Red Dirt music scene, which has had a big influence on our music.”
Sebastian Bach
Bands
Rev those engines and warm up those vocal cords – legendary rock icon Sebastian Bach is hitting the stage at Shade Valley on August 6th! Relive the glory days of hard rock with explosive anthems like “18 and Life”, “Youth Gone Wild” and “I Remember You” – plus solo bangers and maybe a surprise or two! This is THE can’t-miss concert during the Sturgis Rally! Whether you’re a die-hard fan or just love high-energy, fist-pumping rock, Bach’s raw power and stage presence will blow you away! Grab your crew, fuel up the bikes and get ready for a night of pure, unapologetic…
Lita Ford
Concerts
Lita Rossana Ford is a British-American guitarist, vocalist, and songwriter who rose to fame in the 1970s as the lead guitarist for the all-female rock band the Runaways. In the 1980s, she launched a successful solo career in glam metal, becoming the most prominent female lead guitarist in hard rock and heavy metal. Ford's 1983 debut album, Out For Blood, established her as a leading female performer in the genre
Lita Rossana Ford is a British-American guitarist, vocalist, and songwriter who rose to fame in the 1970s as the lead guitarist for the all-female rock band the Runaways. In the 1980s, she launched a successful solo career in glam metal, becoming the most prominent female lead guitarist in hard rock and heavy metal. Ford's 1983 debut album, Out For Blood, established her as a leading female performer in the genre
Marilyn Manson – Thursday, Aug. 7, 2025 10pm
Concerts
Marilyn Manson - Thursday, Aug. 7 No doubt about it, Marilyn Manson is no stranger to selling out stadiums, having albums go certified platinum and being a cultural icon that rock and metal fans have gone out of their way to see for over three decades. On Thursday, Aug. 7, Manson will hand deliver to the Chip a smattering of timeless gothic groove hits like “The Dope Show,” “Personal Jesus,” “Tainted Love,” “Antichrist Superstar” and “The Beautiful People,” as well as hits from the newest hard-hitting album One Assassination Under God – Chapter 1. ## Nickelback, Jason Aldean, Five…
Marilyn Manson - Thursday, Aug. 7
No doubt about it, Marilyn Manson is no stranger to selling out stadiums, having albums go certified platinum and being a cultural icon that rock and metal fans have gone out of their way to see for over three decades. On Thursday, Aug. 7, Manson will hand deliver to the Chip a smattering of timeless gothic groove hits like “The Dope Show,” “Personal Jesus,” “Tainted Love,” “Antichrist Superstar” and “The Beautiful People,” as well as hits from the newest hard-hitting album One Assassination Under God – Chapter 1.
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Nickelback, Jason Aldean, Five Finger Death Punch, ZZ Top, and KISS' Gene Simmons are the first of dozens announced as part of the Legendary Sturgis Buffalo Chip’s diverse 2025 lineup that includes rock, classic rock, country rock.
In addition to world-class entertainment, Buffalo Chip guests can experience thrilling events, legendary rides, powerful freedom celebrations, top-tier bike shows, heart-pounding stunts, white-knuckle racing, worthwhile charity events and more during the 2025 event. The festival runs Aug. 1-10, 2025. For a full list of Sturgis Buffalo Chip events, see BuffaloChip.com/EVENTS. The Buffalo Chip is home to the Sturgis Rally Information Center™ and is the official sponsor of the free Sturgis.com Official Sturgis Rally Registration Program.
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The Sturgis Buffalo Chip® is the award-winning leader in music and motorcycle lifestyle experiences. Hailed as The Largest Music Festival in Motorcycling® and The Best Party Anywhere®, it has been the epicenter of the annual Sturgis Motorcycle Rally since its establishment in 1981. Every August, the Buffalo Chip brings together the world’s largest gathering of music and motorcycle fans, with visitors from all 50 states and over 20 countries. It remains one of the world’s most televised and longest-running independent music festivals. The Chip advances the Sturgis Rally by being home to the Sturgis Rally Information Center™ and the official sponsor of the Sturgis.com Official Sturgis Rally Registration Program. More details are available at BuffaloChip.com, and for more info on the Buffalo Chip’s events outside of rally visit BuffaloChipCampground.com
A Buffalo Chip concert ticket gives the holder entrance to the Buffalo Chip for ANY and ALL event's put on inside the Chip's arena during that day. The Headliner Bands normally start at around 10pm. Check your ticket for details.
Motorcycles as Art
Bike Shows
Step into a space where chrome and canvas collide... Where the roar of engines meets the quiet hum of inspiration. It’s an immersive gallery experience that ONLY EXISTS FOR 7 DAYS, and IT'S ABSOLUTELY FREE. No Admission Pass Required The Sturgis Buffalo Chip’s 17th Annual Motorcycles As Art Exhibit Curated by Kevin Dunworth & Savannah Rose An Evocative Exploration of Motorcycle Culture, Craft & Creativity Saturday, Aug. 2 - Friday, Aug. 8, 2025 Buffalo Chip Event Center (Near the East Gate) Learn More What You'll See Newly unveiled custom motorcycles by prestigious and internationally known builders Unveiled works of wall art by…
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THE FOUR HORSEMEN
Bands
Dedication to excellence is what separates U.S. metal heroes THE FOUR HORSEMEN from the ocean of 'tribute' bands. The only album-quality Metallica experience on the planet, they deliver the unforgettable, note-for-note, perfect experience that is guaranteed to surpass even the wildest dreams of Metallica aficionados. The speed, the precision, the signature riffs, and the look - THE FOUR HORSEMEN are the real deal! They have the talent to deliver the sonic authenticity of the vintage thrash songs with high caliber execution - including the blistering vocals of the albums like no one else. No gimmicks on the stage. Just sheer…
Dedication to excellence is what separates U.S. metal heroes THE FOUR HORSEMEN from the ocean of 'tribute' bands. The only album-quality Metallica experience on the planet, they deliver the unforgettable, note-for-note, perfect experience that is guaranteed to surpass even the wildest dreams of Metallica aficionados. The speed, the precision, the signature riffs, and the look - THE FOUR HORSEMEN are the real deal!
They have the talent to deliver the sonic authenticity of the vintage thrash songs with high caliber execution - including the blistering vocals of the albums like no one else. No gimmicks on the stage. Just sheer energy, chest-pounding, crowd-pleasing power. The very same intensity that drew millions to Metallica in the 80's. Guitarist/vocalist Sean Perry explains; "Fans deserve the highest quality reproduction of Metallica's records and shows. That's why we're here."
Guided by his vision and determination, the band have become heroes to their ever-growing fan base in the U.S. and are now spreading their wings to take over the globe.
Hairball
Bands
IT'S LIKE 20 CONCERTS IN ONE NIGHT! A band puts on a concert - Hairball puts on an event! Hairball is a Rock & Roll experience you won't soon forget. The lights, sound, smoke, fire, bombs, and screaming hoards of avid fans...to merely call it a concert would be like calling Mount Rushmore a roadside attraction! Vocalists Kris Vox, Dave Moody, and Patrick Stone lead the band through a 2+ hour, mind-blowing, and dropdead accurate homage to some of the biggest arena acts in the world. Van Halen, KISS, Motley Crue, Queen, Journey, and Aerosmith are but a few of…
IT'S LIKE 20 CONCERTS IN ONE NIGHT!
A band puts on a concert - Hairball puts on an event! Hairball is a Rock & Roll experience you won't soon forget. The lights, sound, smoke, fire, bombs, and screaming hoards of avid fans...to merely call it a concert would be like calling Mount Rushmore a roadside attraction!
Vocalists Kris Vox, Dave Moody, and Patrick Stone lead the band through a 2+ hour, mind-blowing, and dropdead accurate homage to some of the biggest arena acts in the world. Van Halen, KISS, Motley Crue, Queen, Journey, and Aerosmith are but a few of the acts fans will see brought to life. The Hairball stage becomes an entirely new rock concert before your very eyes countless times throughout the night.
The motor that drives the Hairball dragster consists of HBK on the electric bass, Billy on the drums, and Happy on the lead guitar. These Rock & Roll soldiers pride themselves on nailing some of the most memorable licks and chops of all time, while adding their own style and flare that they've cultivated over decades of tireless performing. This isn’t a side job. These guys eat, sleep and breathe Rock & Roll!
2025 finds Hairball celebrating its 25th year of rocking hundreds of thousands of people across the country. Constantly adding more characters, more pyrotechnics, more lights, more sound, more props, more surprises...more everything! While Happy often tells the audience "Today is the first day is the rest of your life!" Hairball performs every show as though it could be their last. Every night is a 100% full-on, no-holds-barred, exciting, chaotic, fiery party that has to be experienced to be believed!
Sparrow Blue
Bands
Sparrow Blue was formed in St. Albert, AB, Canada with members Des Parks(vocals), Jon Dombroski (guitar), Liam Holm (drums), Russell McCann (percussion), Chad Plamondon (guitar) and Caden Doyle (bass). Inspired by the old school roots of Rock & Roll, Sparrow Blue has developed their own classic sound coining the term Real Thick Rock & Roll. With influences such as Lynyrd Skynyrd, Led Zeppelin and Mountain, the band’s hard-rock music and high-energy performances are sure to bring fire to any stage. Sparrow Blue has shared the stage with renowned artists such as Finger Eleven, The Sheepdogs, The Trews, Default, The Dirty…
Sparrow Blue was formed in St. Albert, AB, Canada with members Des Parks(vocals), Jon Dombroski (guitar), Liam Holm (drums), Russell McCann (percussion), Chad Plamondon (guitar) and Caden Doyle (bass). Inspired by the old school roots of Rock & Roll, Sparrow Blue has developed their own classic sound coining the term Real Thick Rock & Roll. With influences such as Lynyrd Skynyrd, Led Zeppelin and Mountain, the band’s hard-rock music and high-energy performances are sure to bring fire to any stage.
Sparrow Blue has shared the stage with renowned artists such as Finger Eleven, The Sheepdogs, The Trews, Default, The Dirty Nil, The Watchmen, Wide Mouth Mason, Rick Springfield, The Pursuit of Happiness, Tommy Tutone, One Bad Son and much more. The band has played many notable festivals in the Canada area such as Taste of Edmonton, Taste of Calgary, Edmonton RockFest, Funtastic Fest Vernon, Together Again Music Fest, Extreme Mudfest and many more. The band also had an extremely successful touring season in 2023, seeing sold out cities all across Canada. Sparrow Blue recently released their latest album "No Lies, No Tricks" which was recorded in their own home studio called "The Blue Room''. The band supported the album with coast to coast touring including headlining shows, festival gigs and support for The Trews & for The Lazys.
The Filthy Heathens
Bands
The brainchild of vocalists and guitarists Bronson Hetzer, Ryan Palcic, and “Captain” Craig Bishop, The Filthy Heathens emerged against the backdrop of the pandemic out of a series of jam sessions back in 2021. Realizing they were on to something special following the addition of guitarist Cody Doench, the founding trio rapidly expanded their roster to include a second guitarist, Cavin Kemble — and with a full lineup secured, the rest was history. Building on the work of influences from Lynyrd Skynyrd and Waylon Jennings, to Blackberry Smoke and The Steel Woods, The Filthy Heathens have since cultivated a diverse…
The brainchild of vocalists and guitarists Bronson Hetzer, Ryan Palcic, and “Captain” Craig Bishop, The Filthy Heathens emerged against the backdrop of the pandemic out of a series of jam sessions back in 2021. Realizing they were on to something special following the addition of guitarist Cody Doench, the founding trio rapidly expanded their roster to include a second guitarist, Cavin Kemble — and with a full lineup secured, the rest was history. Building on the work of influences from Lynyrd Skynyrd and Waylon Jennings, to Blackberry Smoke and The Steel Woods, The Filthy Heathens have since cultivated a diverse and growing fanbase around their rebellious, modern take on the traditional Southern rock-meets-underground country sound, with a polished approach reflecting the lineup’s collective past as songwriters, session and touring musicians. Now, with momentum at an all-time high, the fearsome fivesome are now preparing to kick things up a notch for 2025, with their singles “Tupelo Sun “ and “Devils Like Me” leading up to the launch of “Etheridge”, their debut EP, planned for release Spring 2025. With a slew of out-of-state live performances under their belts in Mississippi, Florida, Kentucky, and Indiana, They have developed multiple anchor points for them to expand their reach from their Ohio base — a momentous step towards becoming a household name, nationwide and beyond.
Jasmine Cain
Bands
Buffalo Chip’s Rusty Wallace Charity Ride
Rides & Races
Riders and NASCAR fans, you’re invited to participate in the Buffalo Chip’s Rusty Wallace Charity Ride presented by Harley-Davidson on Friday, Aug. 8, 2025! Meet and ride alongside Rusty Wallace, his celebrity NASCAR driver friends, actors, musicians and more on an incredible route chosen by Rusty to an exclusive reception. This unforgettable experience supports worthwhile charities: South Dakota Special Olympics – Rapid City Flame and The NASCAR Foundation. Who: The biggest names in NASCAR Racing and You! What: The Rusty Wallace Charity Ride Presented by Harley-Davidson When: Friday, Aug. 8, 2025 Where: The ride starts and ends at Outlaw Square and the…
Riders and NASCAR fans, you’re invited to participate in the Buffalo Chip’s Rusty Wallace Charity Ride presented by Harley-Davidson on Friday, Aug. 8, 2025!
Meet and ride alongside Rusty Wallace, his celebrity NASCAR driver friends, actors, musicians and more on an incredible route chosen by Rusty to an exclusive reception.
This unforgettable experience supports worthwhile charities: South Dakota Special Olympics – Rapid City Flame and The NASCAR Foundation.
Who: The biggest names in NASCAR Racing and You!
What: The Rusty Wallace Charity Ride Presented by Harley-Davidson
When: Friday, Aug. 8, 2025
Where: The ride starts and ends at Outlaw Square and the Rocksino by Hard Rock Deadwood
Why: Have fun, meet NASCAR celebrities and raise significant funds for charity
THE KICK OFF, AUCTION AND RIDE
The Rusty Wallace Charity Ride will kick off with a party at Outlaw Square and The Rocksino by Hard Rock Deadwood where you can meet NASCAR celebrities, motorcycle industry icons, actors and musicians. Get autographs and enjoy comradery of riders and NASCAR fans like you!
Join Rusty and friends for a ride through the beautiful Black Hills on a route Rusty has personally chosen, then all paid riders reconvene back at Outlaw Square for a private reception where they’ll have the opportunity to bid on incredible auction items including a Harley-Davidson motorcycle customized by Southern Country Customs.
All paid riders will reconvene back at The Rocksino by Hard Rock Deadwood for a private reception.
JOIN THE FASTEST PEOPLE ON THE PLANET
Rusty and his legendary friends will welcome you to the party and ride. Join some of the most recognized faces in America for this special event.
Don’t miss your chance to meet, ride and party with the fastest people on the planet while raising money for worthwhile charities. Join the Rusty Wallace Charity Ride during the Sturgis Motorcycle Rally by reserving your spot online or calling (605)-347-9000.
Stone Temple Pilots – Friday, Aug. 8, 2025 10pm
Concerts
Stone Temple Pilots - Friday, Aug. 8, 2025 Eight-time platinum-selling rock legends Stone Temple Pilots have certainly made an indelible mark on generations of rock music fans. Buffalo Chip’s guests will experience the same blend of crunching riffs, powerful melodies and psychedelic flair that made STP one of the most popular acts of the ‘90s. Signature hits like "Plush," "Creep," "Big Empty," "Vasoline," "Interstate Love Song," and "Big Bang Baby," as well as tracks from their most recent sonic adventure “Perdida” will shake the Wolfman Jack Stage at the 85th anniversary of the Sturgis Rally. ## Nickelback, Jason Aldean, Five…
Stone Temple Pilots - Friday, Aug. 8, 2025
Eight-time platinum-selling rock legends Stone Temple Pilots have certainly made an indelible mark on generations of rock music fans. Buffalo Chip’s guests will experience the same blend of crunching riffs, powerful melodies and psychedelic flair that made STP one of the most popular acts of the ‘90s. Signature hits like "Plush," "Creep," "Big Empty," "Vasoline," "Interstate Love Song," and "Big Bang Baby," as well as tracks from their most recent sonic adventure “Perdida” will shake the Wolfman Jack Stage at the 85th anniversary of the Sturgis Rally.
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Nickelback, Jason Aldean, Five Finger Death Punch, ZZ Top, and KISS' Gene Simmons are the first of dozens announced as part of the Legendary Sturgis Buffalo Chip’s diverse 2025 lineup that includes rock, classic rock, country rock.
In addition to world-class entertainment, Buffalo Chip guests can experience thrilling events, legendary rides, powerful freedom celebrations, top-tier bike shows, heart-pounding stunts, white-knuckle racing, worthwhile charity events and more during the 2025 event. The festival runs Aug. 1-10, 2025. For a full list of Sturgis Buffalo Chip events, see BuffaloChip.com/EVENTS. The Buffalo Chip is home to the Sturgis Rally Information Center™ and is the official sponsor of the free Sturgis.com Official Sturgis Rally Registration Program.
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The Sturgis Buffalo Chip® is the award-winning leader in music and motorcycle lifestyle experiences. Hailed as The Largest Music Festival in Motorcycling® and The Best Party Anywhere®, it has been the epicenter of the annual Sturgis Motorcycle Rally since its establishment in 1981. Every August, the Buffalo Chip brings together the world’s largest gathering of music and motorcycle fans, with visitors from all 50 states and over 20 countries. It remains one of the world’s most televised and longest-running independent music festivals. The Chip advances the Sturgis Rally by being home to the Sturgis Rally Information Center™ and the official sponsor of the Sturgis.com Official Sturgis Rally Registration Program. More details are available at BuffaloChip.com, and for more info on the Buffalo Chip’s events outside of rally visit BuffaloChipCampground.com
A Buffalo Chip concert ticket gives the holder entrance to the Buffalo Chip for ANY and ALL event's put on inside the Chip's arena during that day. The Headliner Bands normally start at around 10pm. Check your ticket for details.
Motorcycles as Art
Bike Shows
Step into a space where chrome and canvas collide... Where the roar of engines meets the quiet hum of inspiration. It’s an immersive gallery experience that ONLY EXISTS FOR 7 DAYS, and IT'S ABSOLUTELY FREE. No Admission Pass Required The Sturgis Buffalo Chip’s 17th Annual Motorcycles As Art Exhibit Curated by Kevin Dunworth & Savannah Rose An Evocative Exploration of Motorcycle Culture, Craft & Creativity Saturday, Aug. 2 - Friday, Aug. 8, 2025 Buffalo Chip Event Center (Near the East Gate) Learn More What You'll See Newly unveiled custom motorcycles by prestigious and internationally known builders Unveiled works of wall art by…
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Hinder – Friday, Aug. 8, 2025 8pm
Concerts
Hinder - Friday, Aug. 8, 2025 Get ready for a night of hard-hitting rock anthems and unforgettable energy as multi-platinum powerhouse Hinder takes the stage on Friday, Aug. 8! With a career spanning nearly two decades, these chart-topping hitmakers exploded onto the scene with Extreme Behavior, featuring the iconic smash Lips of an Angel. Known for their crossover success and arena-ready sound, Hinder has toured with legends like Aerosmith and Mötley Crüe—and now they’re bringing the fire to the Chip. Don’t miss your chance to Get Stoned, scream the lyrics, and relive the soundtrack of the 2000s with one of…
Hinder - Friday, Aug. 8, 2025
Get ready for a night of hard-hitting rock anthems and unforgettable energy as multi-platinum powerhouse Hinder takes the stage on Friday, Aug. 8! With a career spanning nearly two decades, these chart-topping hitmakers exploded onto the scene with Extreme Behavior, featuring the iconic smash Lips of an Angel. Known for their crossover success and arena-ready sound, Hinder has toured with legends like Aerosmith and Mötley Crüe—and now they’re bringing the fire to the Chip. Don’t miss your chance to Get Stoned, scream the lyrics, and relive the soundtrack of the 2000s with one of rock’s most enduring bands!
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Nickelback, Jason Aldean, Five Finger Death Punch, ZZ Top, and KISS' Gene Simmons are the first of dozens announced as part of the Legendary Sturgis Buffalo Chip’s diverse 2025 lineup that includes rock, classic rock, country rock.
In addition to world-class entertainment, Buffalo Chip guests can experience thrilling events, legendary rides, powerful freedom celebrations, top-tier bike shows, heart-pounding stunts, white-knuckle racing, worthwhile charity events and more during the 2025 event. The festival runs Aug. 1-10, 2025. For a full list of Sturgis Buffalo Chip events, see BuffaloChip.com/EVENTS. The Buffalo Chip is home to the Sturgis Rally Information Center™ and is the official sponsor of the free Sturgis.com Official Sturgis Rally Registration Program.
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The Sturgis Buffalo Chip® is the award-winning leader in music and motorcycle lifestyle experiences. Hailed as The Largest Music Festival in Motorcycling® and The Best Party Anywhere®, it has been the epicenter of the annual Sturgis Motorcycle Rally since its establishment in 1981. Every August, the Buffalo Chip brings together the world’s largest gathering of music and motorcycle fans, with visitors from all 50 states and over 20 countries. It remains one of the world’s most televised and longest-running independent music festivals. The Chip advances the Sturgis Rally by being home to the Sturgis Rally Information Center™ and the official sponsor of the Sturgis.com Official Sturgis Rally Registration Program. More details are available at BuffaloChip.com, and for more info on the Buffalo Chip’s events outside of rally visit BuffaloChipCampground.com
A Buffalo Chip concert ticket gives the holder entrance to the Buffalo Chip for ANY and ALL event's put on inside the Chip's arena during that day. The Headliner Bands normally start at around 10pm. Check your ticket for details.
BZW WRESTLING PRESENTS: ROAD RAGE Professional Wrestling
Stunts & Live Performances
Professional Wrestling Returns to the Sturgis Motorcycle Rally for the First Time in 25 Years with “Road Rage” STURGIS, SD – Over 25 years after World Championship Wrestling (WCW) hosted its final Road Wild event, professional wrestling will again be part of the historic Sturgis Motorcycle Rally. Below Zero Wrestling (BZW) is partnering with the world-famous Iron Horse Saloon to present Road Rage on August 8, 2025. Based out of Fargo, ND, Below Zero Wrestling has risen to prominence as a leading force in Midwest professional wrestling. Since its founding in 2021, BZW has hosted over 30 events, drawing thousands…
Professional Wrestling Returns to the Sturgis Motorcycle Rally for the First Time in 25 Years with “Road Rage”
STURGIS, SD – Over 25 years after World Championship Wrestling (WCW) hosted its final Road Wild event, professional wrestling will again be part of the historic Sturgis Motorcycle Rally. Below Zero Wrestling (BZW) is partnering with the world-famous Iron Horse Saloon to present Road Rage on August 8, 2025.
Based out of Fargo, ND, Below Zero Wrestling has risen to prominence as a leading force in Midwest professional wrestling. Since its founding in 2021, BZW has hosted over 30 events, drawing thousands of fans and raising significant funds for local charities. Now, with Road Rage, the company is set to make history by bringing its high-energy brand of wrestling to the world’s largest motorcycle rally.
“We’re beyond excited to partner with the Iron Horse Saloon and bring wrestling back to Sturgis,”said Nick Stokke, co-owner of Below Zero Wrestling.
“I was a WCW fan growing up, so being able to recreate that excitement and spectacle is special. We can’t wait to deliver an explosive show for rally-goers and wrestling fans alike.”
For more information visit: BelowZeroWrestling.com
The Filthy Heathens
Bands
The brainchild of vocalists and guitarists Bronson Hetzer, Ryan Palcic, and “Captain” Craig Bishop, The Filthy Heathens emerged against the backdrop of the pandemic out of a series of jam sessions back in 2021. Realizing they were on to something special following the addition of guitarist Cody Doench, the founding trio rapidly expanded their roster to include a second guitarist, Cavin Kemble — and with a full lineup secured, the rest was history. Building on the work of influences from Lynyrd Skynyrd and Waylon Jennings, to Blackberry Smoke and The Steel Woods, The Filthy Heathens have since cultivated a diverse…
The brainchild of vocalists and guitarists Bronson Hetzer, Ryan Palcic, and “Captain” Craig Bishop, The Filthy Heathens emerged against the backdrop of the pandemic out of a series of jam sessions back in 2021. Realizing they were on to something special following the addition of guitarist Cody Doench, the founding trio rapidly expanded their roster to include a second guitarist, Cavin Kemble — and with a full lineup secured, the rest was history. Building on the work of influences from Lynyrd Skynyrd and Waylon Jennings, to Blackberry Smoke and The Steel Woods, The Filthy Heathens have since cultivated a diverse and growing fanbase around their rebellious, modern take on the traditional Southern rock-meets-underground country sound, with a polished approach reflecting the lineup’s collective past as songwriters, session and touring musicians. Now, with momentum at an all-time high, the fearsome fivesome are now preparing to kick things up a notch for 2025, with their singles “Tupelo Sun “ and “Devils Like Me” leading up to the launch of “Etheridge”, their debut EP, planned for release Spring 2025. With a slew of out-of-state live performances under their belts in Mississippi, Florida, Kentucky, and Indiana, They have developed multiple anchor points for them to expand their reach from their Ohio base — a momentous step towards becoming a household name, nationwide and beyond.
Yelawolf
Bands
Continuing a wild ride from humble beginnings in Gadsden, Alabama to the forefront of popular culture, Yelawolf certainly has a lot to say. The Nashville-based multiplatinum chart-topping artist, entrepreneur, and Slumerican Founder has consistently asserted himself as an outlier and outlaw without comparison. He catalyzed his breakthrough via Radioactive (rated a coveted “4.5-out-of-5 stars” by The Source). The gold-certified Love Story bowed at #3 on the Billboard 200 highlighted by platinum singles “Till It’s Gone” and “Best Friend” [feat. Eminem]. He maintained his momentum with Trial By Fire and Ghetto Cowboy, spawning the platinum-certified “You and Me.” He emerged as…
Continuing a wild ride from humble beginnings in Gadsden, Alabama to the forefront of popular culture, Yelawolf certainly has a lot to say. The Nashville-based multiplatinum chart-topping artist, entrepreneur, and Slumerican Founder has consistently asserted himself as an outlier and outlaw without comparison. He catalyzed his breakthrough via Radioactive (rated a coveted “4.5-out-of-5 stars” by The Source). The gold-certified Love Story bowed at #3 on the Billboard 200 highlighted by platinum singles “Till It’s Gone” and “Best Friend” [feat. Eminem]. He maintained his momentum with Trial By Fire and Ghetto Cowboy, spawning the platinum-certified “You and Me.” He emerged as the rare artist versatile enough to deliver The Slumdon Bridge EP with Ed Sheeran and Psycho White EP with Travis Barker. A$AP Rocky, Big Boi, blink-182, Eminem, Juicy J, Korn, and Tech N9ne have sought him out for verses. His albums have welcomed Flea of Red Hot Chili Peppers, Wynonna Judd, Kid Rock, Killer Mike, Raekwon, and Diplo. Frequent collaborator Jelly Roll pledged his allegiance with Slumerican ink! Plus, Slumerican’s catalog expanded with releases by DJ Paul and Struggle Jennings. In 2022, he dropped his full-length rock LP, Sometimes Y, with multi-GRAMMY® Award-winning producer and artist Shooter Jennings. Yelawolf has built Slumerican into a worldwide merchandise empire and his Creek Water Whiskey into a nationally distributed spirits brand, performed on Jimmy Kimmel LIVE!, guested on MTV’s Ridiculousness, appeared in Peanut Butter Falcon, and toured with Defones and more. However, he ups the ante in 2024 with his first-ever double album—War Story: Trunk Muzik 4Ever and War Story: Michael Wayne.
J.T. LOUX
Bands
J.T. LOUX (pronounced "Lucks") Nashville Based INDIE artist J.T. LOUX formed his band in early 2020. J.T. Loux’s melodic vocals with dreamy guitar lines, has set out to create a diverse style of music that sounds both unique but familiar. Pulling inspiration from artists such as the Doors, Jeff Buckley, The Beatles, Briston Maroney and Vista Kicks.
J.T. LOUX (pronounced "Lucks") Nashville Based INDIE artist J.T. LOUX formed his band in early 2020. J.T. Loux’s melodic vocals with dreamy guitar lines, has set out to create a diverse style of music that sounds both unique but familiar. Pulling inspiration from artists such as the Doors, Jeff Buckley, The Beatles, Briston Maroney and Vista Kicks.
