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!
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.
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.
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!
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!"
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.
Shitkicker’s Topless Tuesday
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
Misc
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.
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.
