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7 REASONS WHY STURGIS®
RALLY MAKES US BETTER
of downtown. The Rally Point Plaza
is a collaborative effort between Harley-Davidson and the City of
Sturgis. This beautiful gathering point
is where you will find contests, free
music, unusual entertainment and fun events every day and night during the Rally.
STURGIS MOTORCYCLE RALLY CELEBRATES 2019 AS THE YEAR OF THE RIDE!
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Rally Point isn’t the only place to find entertainment during the 10-day event. Make sure you check the Official Sturgis Motorcycle Rally website to see the schedule of events. So far, numerous top-notch concerts including Keith Urban, Styx, Collective Soul, and Toby Keith, have been announced. Several local and regional acts will also be per- forming in downtown Sturgis each night during the Rally.
f you are a motorcycle enthusiast, you absolutely must experience Sturgis at least once in your lifetime. Plan now to join us in Sturgis August 2-11, 2019 for the 79th Annual Sturgis Motorcycle Rally as we celebrate The Year of
The Ride.
If you prefer to actually ‘be’ the entertainment, then plan on taking part in one of our many contests at Rally Point. On Tuesday, August 6, at 5:00 sharp, we will hold the 3rd Annual Tattoo Contest. Be prepared to show off your tatts for a chance to win cash, swag and more. On Wednesday, August 7, you can enter for a chance to win at the Beard and Mustache Contest. Fair warning, things can get a little crazy as people strut their stuff in front of a select group of beautiful judges and the audience. Registration begins at 5:00 pm. and the winners are announced at 6:30 pm. Make sure you bring your friends to cheer you on, because the audience plays a big role in choosing the winners!
Just ask a Sturgis Rally veteran - The pristine Black Hills of South Dakota are a motorcycle rider’s dream come true. Miles upon miles of twisting two-lane roads among forests of pines, past sparkling lakes and through granite spires, there’s no place like the Black Hills. When you’re ready to party, head straight to downtown Sturgis. The streets in and around Legendary Main Street will be roaring with bikes and packed with incredible food and entertainment. It’s hard to take it all in, so plan to spend some serious time browsing through the incredible custom bike exhibits, shopping at hundreds of unique vending locations, enjoy- ing over-the-top cuisine and of course, people watching.
• We know a lot of people arrive early and are ready to ride, so we decided to get the party started on Wednesday, July 31st with the ‘Prairie to the Hills Director’s Ride’. This is your chance to join the Rally Director and his celebrity friends on a 145-mile ridethrough beautiful prairies and small towns. The ride includes lunch, swag and a very cool commemorative t-shirt.
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We always suggest you arrive in Sturgis early, because the
action kicks off right away. The Official Opening • The ‘17th Annual Mayors Ride’ will take place on Ceremony will be held on Friday, August 2 at 4:00 PM at Monday, August 5th. One thing is for sure, Jack Daniels the famous Harley-Davidson Rally Point Plaza in the heart 62 and the Sturgis Mayor know how to organize a great
One thing is for sure, when in Sturgis, the riding never ends. This year we have organized several charity rides to benefit a variety of great local and national causes. For a memorable experience, grab your friends and sign up for one or more rides from the following:
• If this is your first time in Sturgis, consider taking a ‘Ride with a Local’. Our friendly locals love to take guests on the roads less traveled. They know all the ins and outs of getting around in the Black Hills and they make sure you see the best we have to offer. Choose a ride on August 2, 6, or 9. Each ride is limited to just 25 bikes to keep it safe. If you register prior to June 1 the cost is only $25 so don’t delay. The rides are designed to last about 3-hours (leaving at 9:00 am) and includes lunch upon returning to Sturgis.
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Photo Courtesy: Sturgis Motorcycle Rally
Photo Courtesy: Sturgis Motorcycle Rally