85th Sturgis Rally Events Schedule - 2025!
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!
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
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
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.
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
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***
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.
