More races, stunts, contests and entertainment acts join an already stacked lineup of events at the Best Party Anywhere®
Sturgis SD (July 22, 2020): The Sturgis Buffalo Chip has added even more events for rally-goers seeking the ultimate Sturgis experience. Brand-new events along with yearly staples will be joining the impressive Buffalo Chip lineup for 2020 including white-knuckle races, exhilarating stunt shows and wild contests. The complete list of events and concerts and the official announcement video can be found at BuffaloChip.com/EVENTS.
Bands Added to the Lineup
Smash Mouth
Sunday, Aug. 9
One of the most recognizable names of the ’90’s and early 2000s, Smash Mouth will be bringing their feel-good hit songs to the Wolfman Jack Main Stage Sunday, Aug. 9. Smash Mouth saw major success with hits like “Allstar,” “I’m a Believer,” “Walkin on the Sun” and more, and Smash Mouth music has been featured in several major Hollywood films.
Quiet Riot
Friday, Aug. 14
’80s rock gods Quiet Riot will bring their brand of “Metal Health” to the Sturgis Buffalo Chip for an evening of Sunset Strip metal. Attendees will bang their heads along to Quiet Riot’s soaring melodies and potent power chords on the final Friday of the Sturgis Rally.
Drowning Pool
Wednesday, Aug. 12
Bodies will hit the floor on Wednesday, Aug. 12 when metal titans Drowning Pool take the Wolfman Jack Main Stage at the Sturgis Buffalo Chip. Aggressive, powerful and energizing, the music of Drowning Pool will pump-up attendees to the show for days following the event.
The Guess Who
Saturday, Aug. 8
This Canadian Quintet has been rocking audiences worldwide since their formation in the late ’60s. The Guess Who will bringing their classic hit songs, along with some new offerings, to the Sturgis Buffalo Chip the first Saturday of the Rally.
Lit
Wednesday, Aug. 12
As one of the preeminent bands to come out of the post-grunge era, Lit has brought their high-octane, energetic performances to the world non-stop since the early 2000s. Lit will be making a stop at the Buffalo Chip on Aug. 12 to bring hits like “My Own Worst Enemy,” “Miserable,” and more to the Rally masses.
Molly Hatchet
Friday, Aug. 7
Veteran Southern rockers Molly Hatchet will give boredom the axe, kicking off the party as the headliner on Friday, Aug. 7. The band’s 40-year-career has produced celebrated hits such as “Flirtin’ with Disaster,” “Dreams I’ll Never See” and “Whiskey Man.”
Saving Abel
Monday, Aug. 10
With hits like “Addicted,” “18 Days” and “New Tattoo” Saving Abel broke into mainstream rock success and are still touring hard. These Mississippi-based rockers will bring their melodic brand of modern rock to the Buffalo Chip Main Stage on Aug. 10.
The BlueFrog Band
Thursday, Aug. 13
Fronted by Patrick “BlueFrog” Ellis, a former U.S. Navy Seal Master Chief, The BlueFrog Band is a tribute to the music which made America great like Rock and Roll, Swing, Blues, Rock-a-Billy and much more. They take the Wolfman Jack Stage on Thursday, Aug. 13.
Events Added to 2020 Lineup
Buffalo Chip Super TT Xtreem Flat Track
Tuesday, Aug. 11 and Thursday, Aug. 13
New for 2020 is the freshest and fastest growing flat track racing circuit: Xtreem Flat Track. Flat Track racing fans can catch the Buffalo Chip Super TT Xtreem Flat Track races not just once, but twice throughout the rally on Aug. 11 and Aug. 13 at the Buffalo Chip Powersports Complex. Admission passes for this separately ticketed event are available at https://bit.ly/2OIcqfV
Renegades Off-Road Races
Friday, Aug. 7 and Saturday, Aug. 8
The Renegades Racing Series invades Sturgis for the most exciting off-road racing at the 80th Sturgis Rally. For two days in a row, Renegade Off-Road Races will bring racing fans the thrill of pedal-to-the-metal off-road UTV racing Aug. 7 and 8 at the Buffalo Chip PowerSports Complex. Admission passes for this separately ticketed event will be available at the gate. Passes are $10 each or $5 for those with a Buffalo Chip wristband.
Bell Brawl at the Buffalo
Sunday, Aug. 9
Bell Brawl returns to the Buffalo Chip for 2020 for an adrenaline-pumping, awe-inspiring show. Attendees to this free event will get to see some of the wildest stunts ever attempted on big V-Twin motorcycles that literally need to be seen to be believed. These masterful riders will be throwing down in front of celebrity judges and stunned onlookers at the Buffalo Chip Crossroads Aug. 9.
Street Drag Invitational with Crazy John
Tuesday, Aug. 11
The sights, sounds, and smells of motorcycles thundering by at speeds up to 120 mph will be sure to raise the neck hair of all witnessing the event. The Buffalo Chip Street Drag Invitational pairs the untamed spirit of biker mayhem that was commonplace in Sturgis City Park during the ‘70s with the jaw-dropping power leading the motorcycling industry today.
Gambler 500 Hooptie X
Sunday Aug. 9
This Buffalo Chip fan favorite returns on Aug. 9 to prove that the Sturgis Rally is about more than just bikes. The Gambler 500 boys are inviting anyone to bring out their favorite rust bucket (or fancy car they are willing to wreck) and tear up some dirt with a bunch of racers who value fun over rules.
Fan Fest
Wednesday, Aug. 12
A gathering of friends old and new, Fan Fest brings everyone together for an exciting party at the CrossRoads with ice-cold drinks, exciting entertainment, gorgeous girls, generous giveaways and obnoxious games. Fan Fest features non-stop entertainment with performances by the Flaunt Girls and hilarious contests and games including the Beer Belly Contest, Cherry Pie Eating Contest, Stud Contest, Mullet Madness and more.
Gambler 500 Mini Bike Endurocross
Monday Aug. 10
The roar of mini bikes will take over on Aug. 10 for a wild and entertaining racing experience. The Gambler 500 boys will be braving rocks, mud and obstacles on incredible Coleman mini bikes at this free event.
Gambler 500 Mini Bike Ovals Races
Daily at 1 p.m.
New for 2020 is the Gambler 500 Mini Bike Ovals Races held daily at 1 p.m. at the CrossRoads. Open to all, anyone with the desire to race can show up with their mini, sign a waiver, and start turning left over and over.
J&P Hooligan Hill Climb and Hare Scramble Featuring Patrick Garvin of J&P Cycles
Tuesday, Aug. 12
The J&P Hooligan Hill Climb is for those feeling the need to point a street bike straight up a hill meant to bring people down. This event is rumored to be the most fun a person can have on two wheels.
Gambler 500 Mini Bike Showdown Drags
Wednesday, Aug. 12
The Gambler 500 Mini Bike Showdown Drags will showcase just how fast a mini bike can go down a drag strip filled with obstacles in the middle of the amphitheater. All are invited to attend this exciting head-to-head racing event on Wednesday, Aug. 12.
Mullet Madness
Wednesday, Aug. 12
The first ever Mullet Madness mullet competition is for those with the philosophy (and hair style) of “business in the front, party in the back.” Cash prizes go to the best mullets in Sturgis.
Wall of Beer Stunt
Tuesday, Aug. 11
Watch as local Unsung Zero threatens life and limb to savagely open beers for a crowd of onlookers by crashing into 80 6 packs of beer in honor of the 80th Sturgis anniversary.
Sturgis Buffalo Chip Full 2020 Event & Entertainment Lineup
Friday, Aug. 7
The Flaunt Girls
Renegade Off-Road Races
Gambler 500 Mini Bike Ovals Races, Daily
Saturday, Aug. 8
The Guess Who
Adelitas Way
The Flaunt Girls
Motorcycles As Art Presented By Russ Brown, Curated by Michael Lichter Aug. 8 -15
Renegades Off-Road Races
School’s Out Chopper Show Presented by Haul Bikes and featuring Mondo Porras
Sunday, Aug. 9
Smash Mouth
Trapt
The Flaunt Girls
Bell Brawl at the Buffalo
Flying Piston Builders Breakfast
FXR Show and Dyna Mixer featuring Joe Mielke of Snap Fabrications
Gambler 500 Hooptie X
Monday, Aug. 10
Night Ranger
The Flaunt Girls
Saving Abel
Legends Ride®
V-Twin Visionary Bike Show featuring Jeff G. Holt
Old School Rodeo Games presented by Sasha’s Cycles of Sturgis
Gambler 500 Mini Bike Endurocross
Tuesday, Aug. 11
Buckcherry
The Flaunt Girls
Street Drag Invitational featuring Crazy John Markwald
Biker Belles® Celebration
Women Riders Turnout
Women & Wheels Bike Show™ Presented by Wild Gypsy Tour
Western Frontier Ride
Sportster Showdown Bike Show Featuring Pat Patterson of Led Sled Customs
Mini Bike Show featuring Joe Mielke of Snap Fabrications
Buffalo Chip Super TT Xtreem Flat Track Racing
Go Fast Don’t Die Anarchy Games
J&P Hooligan Hill Climb & Hare Scramble
Beer Wall Stunt
Wednesday, Aug. 12
Drowning Pool
The Flaunt Girls
Lit
Rusty Wallace Ride
All Brands Bike Show and Bagger Blastoff featuring Tony Cianci of Florida Full Throttle Magazine
Gambler Showdown Mini Bike Drag Races
Fan Fest
Mullet Madness
Thursday, Aug. 13
38 Special
The Flaunt Girls
BlueFrog Band
Freedom Celebration
Western Frontier Ride
Rat’s Hole Custom Motorcycle Show featuring Ted Smith
The Buffalo Chip Super TT Xtreem Flat Track Racing
Friday, Aug. 14
Quiet Riot
The Flaunt Girls
Saturday, Aug. 15
Reverend Horton Heat
The Flaunt Girls
Times subject to change. View schedule online at https://www.buffalochip.com/EVENTS/Daily-Schedule.
Buffalo Chip concerts and races are free with camping. More information on events and reservations are available at www.buffalochip.com.
