Events Schedule
Big Jim Jam Fest
featuring Eclipse w/ Flashback
Friday, May 31
Freedom Stage
Doors open at 8 pm.
Big Jim Jam Fest starts at 9:00pm.
Admission - $5
*in the event of inclement weather the performance will be moved indoors to the Open Class Beef Complex
Eclipse
Eclipse is a longtime working band, playing shows throughout the Midwest over the years. The band and crew bring live Rock & Roll and Country Rock Music with a party atmosphere everywhere they go. From bars and clubs to the largest street dances in the Midwest, Eclipse has shared the stage with such acts as Black Hawk, Nitty Gritty Dirt Band, Diamond Rio, Quiet Riot, Hall & Oates, Joan Jett, Loverboy, Little Texas, Sawyer Brown, Joe Nichols, Gwen Sebastian, and many more. Eclipse replaced Poison on the 2001 Grandstand at the South Dakota State Fair, and was one of the headliners at the 2002, 2003, and 2005 Grandstand shows. Emerson Drive joined Eclipse for an open jam on the Beer Garden Stage, making it an unforgettable experience for the crowd. Blake Shelton attended an Eclipse show at the fair, saying Eclipse is one of the best cover bands he has ever seen.
When you attend a show, you will not leave disappointed. Be prepared to sweat, dance, laugh. The show features a wide variety of music. That is what Eclipse is about: fun and entertaining music, taking the audience away from the daily grind. Eclipse is a 97% cover band playing all your favorite rock hits and rockin' country.
Eclipse Website
Eclipse Facebook
Flashback
FLASHBACK is a power rock/pop band covering an eclectic mix of high energy music from the 70s, 80s, 90s and might even throw in some hits from today! FLASHBACK plays all the songs you love to sing and dance to and LOVES to get the crowd involved.
Flashback Website
Flashback Facebook
Freedom Stage
Doors open at 8 pm.
Big Jim Jam Fest starts at 9:00pm.
Admission - $5
*in the event of inclement weather the performance will be moved indoors to the Open Class Beef Complex
Eclipse
Eclipse is a longtime working band, playing shows throughout the Midwest over the years. The band and crew bring live Rock & Roll and Country Rock Music with a party atmosphere everywhere they go. From bars and clubs to the largest street dances in the Midwest, Eclipse has shared the stage with such acts as Black Hawk, Nitty Gritty Dirt Band, Diamond Rio, Quiet Riot, Hall & Oates, Joan Jett, Loverboy, Little Texas, Sawyer Brown, Joe Nichols, Gwen Sebastian, and many more. Eclipse replaced Poison on the 2001 Grandstand at the South Dakota State Fair, and was one of the headliners at the 2002, 2003, and 2005 Grandstand shows. Emerson Drive joined Eclipse for an open jam on the Beer Garden Stage, making it an unforgettable experience for the crowd. Blake Shelton attended an Eclipse show at the fair, saying Eclipse is one of the best cover bands he has ever seen.
When you attend a show, you will not leave disappointed. Be prepared to sweat, dance, laugh. The show features a wide variety of music. That is what Eclipse is about: fun and entertaining music, taking the audience away from the daily grind. Eclipse is a 97% cover band playing all your favorite rock hits and rockin' country.
Eclipse Website
Eclipse Facebook
Flashback
FLASHBACK is a power rock/pop band covering an eclectic mix of high energy music from the 70s, 80s, 90s and might even throw in some hits from today! FLASHBACK plays all the songs you love to sing and dance to and LOVES to get the crowd involved.
Flashback Website
Flashback Facebook
Sushi Roll
Saturday, June 1
Freedom Stage
Doors Open at 8:30pm
Sushi Roll starts at 9:30pm
*in the event of inclement weather the performance will be moved indoors to the Open Class Beef Complex
Admission - $7
Sushi Roll
If we had only one word to describe Chicago’s cover band sensation, Sushi Roll, it would be, AMAZING! Formed in early 2012, Sushi Roll quickly perfected their own unique blend of high-energy dance music and rock n roll swagger and then topped it off with memorable stage costumes, inspired by Cosplay, Anime, and Super heroes. Founded by music industry vets and fronted by two of the most mesmerizing young lead singer's in Chicago, Sushi Roll is made up of one part driving rock band, one part light-hearted pop, and one part over-the-top theatrical verve. They easily transition between revved-up versions of your favorite pop and rock hits connecting them into one non-stop musical journey. Welcome to the land of the rising fun.
Sushi Roll WebsiteSushi Roll Facebook Sushi Roll Twitter
Freedom Stage
Doors Open at 8:30pm
Sushi Roll starts at 9:30pm
*in the event of inclement weather the performance will be moved indoors to the Open Class Beef Complex
Admission - $7
Sushi Roll
If we had only one word to describe Chicago’s cover band sensation, Sushi Roll, it would be, AMAZING! Formed in early 2012, Sushi Roll quickly perfected their own unique blend of high-energy dance music and rock n roll swagger and then topped it off with memorable stage costumes, inspired by Cosplay, Anime, and Super heroes. Founded by music industry vets and fronted by two of the most mesmerizing young lead singer's in Chicago, Sushi Roll is made up of one part driving rock band, one part light-hearted pop, and one part over-the-top theatrical verve. They easily transition between revved-up versions of your favorite pop and rock hits connecting them into one non-stop musical journey. Welcome to the land of the rising fun.
Sushi Roll WebsiteSushi Roll Facebook Sushi Roll Twitter
The Original SD BBQ Championships
Friday, May 31 and Saturday, June 1
Located inside of Gate 8
Located inside of Gate 8
Poker Run
Friday, May 31
6 pm
Registration is from 5 pm - 6 pm at the Red Arrow.
A free will offering meal will be served during registration.
Poker run stops are Red Arrow (Huron), The Office (Cavour), Margie's RedZone (Yale), Gross Hill Barn (Lake Byron), Shooters (Wolsey) and Big Jim Jam Fest (Expo Building on Fairgrounds). The poker run is open to all vehicles!
A set of Harley Davidson bean bag boards sponsored by Law Tigers will be given to a lucky participant
Entry fee: $10. The entry fee includes admission into the Big Jim Jam Fest.
6 pm
Registration is from 5 pm - 6 pm at the Red Arrow.
A free will offering meal will be served during registration.
Poker run stops are Red Arrow (Huron), The Office (Cavour), Margie's RedZone (Yale), Gross Hill Barn (Lake Byron), Shooters (Wolsey) and Big Jim Jam Fest (Expo Building on Fairgrounds). The poker run is open to all vehicles!
A set of Harley Davidson bean bag boards sponsored by Law Tigers will be given to a lucky participant
Entry fee: $10. The entry fee includes admission into the Big Jim Jam Fest.
Wheel Jam Parade
Saturday, June 1
10:30 am
Participants line-up on Market St. starting at 9 am
All wheels are welcome to participate!
Parade route - Market St. east to Dakota Ave. south to 21st St. and back around to the fairgrounds.
11th Annual Midwest SPL Sound Competition
Date: Saturday, June 1
Registration Time: 10 am - 11 am
Qualifying Time: 11 am
JM & TEAM FLEXICUTION presents the 11th annual Midwest SPL Sound Competition located in the Hippodrome.
For more information email Joe Miller
Registration Time: 10 am - 11 am
Qualifying Time: 11 am
JM & TEAM FLEXICUTION presents the 11th annual Midwest SPL Sound Competition located in the Hippodrome.
For more information email Joe Miller
Dynamic Engine Brake Competition
Saturday, June 1
1:00 pm
Located on Nevada Ave. between Market St. and Gate 3
1:00 pm
Located on Nevada Ave. between Market St. and Gate 3
Make it Mine Show n' Shine
Saturday, June 1
12 pm - 4 pm
Open to classic cars and motorcycles
Located on West Machinery
There is no entry fee to participate in the Make it Mine Show n' Shine. Vehicles do not have to be in a "judged show" condition. Winners are chosen by trophy sponsors. Each sponsor will choose its trophy winner from both cars and bikes. There is no criteria to follow. The winner is chosen based on the sponsor's preference.
Motorcycle participants will receive a free swag bag compliments of Law Tigers!
12 pm - 4 pm
Open to classic cars and motorcycles
Located on West Machinery
There is no entry fee to participate in the Make it Mine Show n' Shine. Vehicles do not have to be in a "judged show" condition. Winners are chosen by trophy sponsors. Each sponsor will choose its trophy winner from both cars and bikes. There is no criteria to follow. The winner is chosen based on the sponsor's preference.
Motorcycle participants will receive a free swag bag compliments of Law Tigers!
Pick-Up Party
Saturday, June 1
12 pm - 4 pm
Located on West Machinery
Come to Wheel Jam and bring your 25+ year old Pickup—in any stage of repair or dis-repair. No fee to park in designated area! We will be giving trophies for the pickup that is the ugliest, best of Show, and came the furthest. Come park your pickup, set up your camper/lawn chair and set back and enjoy the fun!
12 pm - 4 pm
Located on West Machinery
Come to Wheel Jam and bring your 25+ year old Pickup—in any stage of repair or dis-repair. No fee to park in designated area! We will be giving trophies for the pickup that is the ugliest, best of Show, and came the furthest. Come park your pickup, set up your camper/lawn chair and set back and enjoy the fun!
Wheel Jam Slam
Saturday, June 1
Doors Open: 6:00 pm
Fights Start: 7:00pm
Nordby Exhibit Hall
Tickets: $25 - available at Manolis Grocery & Nordby Exhibit Hall
For VIP table and ticket information call Jenny - 605-354-9023
Presented by Knockout Events
Sponsored by: Law Tigers Motorcycle Lawyers, Red Wilk Construction, Jensen Design Build LLC
Doors Open: 6:00 pm
Fights Start: 7:00pm
Nordby Exhibit Hall
Tickets: $25 - available at Manolis Grocery & Nordby Exhibit Hall
For VIP table and ticket information call Jenny - 605-354-9023
Presented by Knockout Events
Sponsored by: Law Tigers Motorcycle Lawyers, Red Wilk Construction, Jensen Design Build LLC
Biker Games
Saturday, June 1
6:00 pm
East side of Carnival Mat
6:00 pm
East side of Carnival Mat
Wheel Jam Truck Show Light Show
Saturday, June 1
Dusk
Located in West Machinery
Trucks will tune into Big Jim 93.3 from 10 pm - 11 pm for Saturday Night Rockin' Lights w/ Wheel Jam Truck Show Light Show.
Dusk
Located in West Machinery
Trucks will tune into Big Jim 93.3 from 10 pm - 11 pm for Saturday Night Rockin' Lights w/ Wheel Jam Truck Show Light Show.
Windriders ABATE Motorcycle Show (Judged Show)
Sunday, June 2
12 pm - 4 pm
Located in Family Living Center
Presented by Windriders ABATE
12 pm - 4 pm
Located in Family Living Center
Presented by Windriders ABATE
Backstreet Cruisers Car Show (Judged)
Sunday, June 2
12 pm - 4 pm
12 pm - 4 pm
Kids Bike Parade
Sunday, June 2
1 pm
Bring your child/children out to Wheel Jam and have some creative fun! Decorate a tricycle or bicycle any way you like and enter the Wheel Jam Trike and Bike Parade! There is no fee to enter the parade. One lucky participant in each category will win a new bike!
Age groups: 2 years old - 4 years old; 5 years old - 7 years old
1 pm
Bring your child/children out to Wheel Jam and have some creative fun! Decorate a tricycle or bicycle any way you like and enter the Wheel Jam Trike and Bike Parade! There is no fee to enter the parade. One lucky participant in each category will win a new bike!
Age groups: 2 years old - 4 years old; 5 years old - 7 years old
Kids Pedal Pull
Sunday, June 2
Register: 12:30pm - 1:30pm
Start Time: 1:30pm
Ages 4-12
1st and 2nd place is awarded in each age group from 4-12 years of age in the boys and girls divisions.
Register: 12:30pm - 1:30pm
Start Time: 1:30pm
Ages 4-12
1st and 2nd place is awarded in each age group from 4-12 years of age in the boys and girls divisions.