About Meade County Fair

The Meade County Fair in Sturgis celebrates the Motorcycle Rally Capital of the World — the Sturgis Motorcycle Rally draws over 500,000 riders to the Black Hills each August, and the county cattle ranching, the Bear Butte sacred mountain, and Fort Meade military heritage define a county of unique character.

What to Expect

Expect livestock shows, 4-H and FFA competitions, rodeo events, local food vendors, and a fair drawing from the greater Sturgis area and the surrounding Black Hills ranching community.

Visitor Tips

The Sturgis Motorcycle Rally each August transforms the town into one of the world largest motorcycle gatherings. Bear Butte State Park is a sacred mountain for Lakota and Cheyenne peoples. The Old Fort Meade Museum preserves 7th Cavalry history.

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