The Annual Raising of the Flags

The Annual Raising of the Flags

Join a proud group of patriotic volunteers, active duty and veterans for the annual Flag Raising at the Buffalo Chip’s Freedom Field on Saturday, Aug. 1 at 6 p.m. Help place 800 American flags in tribute to those who made the ultimate sacrifice in defense of our country. This free, family-friendly event includes special guest speakers, food, and fellowship. The flags will remain on display through the end of the Sturgis Motorcycle Rally as a powerful symbol of honor and remembrance.

Chip N’ IN Tattoo Contest Hosted by Riki Rachtman

Chip N’ IN Tattoo Contest Hosted by Riki Rachtman

Get ready to ink your legacy at one of the summer’s most anticipated tattoo events! The contest takes place inside The Big Engine Bar at The Crossroads at The Buffalo Chip and is open to the public. Whether you're a tattoo enthusiast or just love great body art, watching is free. Hosted by the iconic Riki Rachtman, the event also marks 15 years of the Buffalo Chip Tattoo Café, celebrating the powerful bond between tattoo culture and the Sturgis Rally.

DJ Hulio

DJ Hulio

Longtime Buffalo Chip resident mixmaster DJ Hulio and his team start the party early by performing high-octane live sets on the Big Engine Bar Stage! Meet up with your friends, grab a cold drink and take in original remixes and masterful mashups of your favorite songs throughout the afternoon.

Sturgis Rally Information Center™

Sturgis Rally Information Center™

Want to get the most out of your time in the Black Hills and have the know-how of a veteran Sturgis Rally-goer? Make sure you start your vacation off by checking in at the Sturgis Rally Information Center! This facility, located near the center of the Sturgis Buffalo Chip® CrossRoads, will be open throughout the event to help you discover the best places to ride, eat, stay and play in the Black Hills. The Sturgis Rally Information Center is also the only location to pick up your Sturgis.com Official Sturgis Rally Welcome Packet. (Register online to get yours!)

Buffalo Chip Stop & Fuel

Buffalo Chip Stop & Fuel

Fill up your gas and propane tanks at the Buffalo Chip Stop & Fuel near the corner of Russ Brown Blvd and Flag Ave. This self-service gas station offers 93-octane fuel for less than standard octane year-round! If you need to fuel up before hitting the road, you won’t find a better price nearby, and you can’t beat the convenience! During the Sturgis Rally, McGas Propane will also be on hand to fill up your propane tanks. Get your propane fill from Aug. 2-10 (M-F: 8-5 and Sat/Sun: 8-4).