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South Dakota’s live music venues are perfect destinations for weekend entertainment for music lovers throughout the state. From large outdoor venues to intimate lounges, South Dakota offers a diverse variety of venues showcasing both local talent plus national headliners. The best live music venues in South Dakota also provide exceptional service, welcoming vibes, and a great drink selection.
Known as the best outdoor concert venue in the city, Levitt at the Falls is an incredibly well-designed and convenient spot for attending live music events. The sound quality is top-notch and they offer a good variety of music to cater to various preferences. Customers note “great venue for free music” and appreciate the food options, drinks, and games for kids.
Loud American Roadhouse is a popular, lively music venue featuring fantastic live entertainment in an excellent atmosphere. This huge bar and music venue hosts the top local bands and offers delicious food options (the steak tips are legendary). Customers appreciate the drink specials and quick service, but claim the music can be “too loud.”
Hands down the best music venue in the Black Hills, The Custer Beacon brings in extremely talented musicians and offers outstanding food and great local beer on tap. They host acts every weekend and provide other activities throughout the week. Customers note the “wonderful atmosphere, fabulous food, and knowledgeable staff.”
Bigs Bar is always an amazing venue to watch concerts and big name bands in a laid-back atmosphere. This full-service sports bar and live music venue features original live music concerts, pool tournaments, darts, pool, food trucks, and a nice patio seating area. Customers note “good place to get away from downtown.”
Known for their live music and happy hour, Robbinsdale Lounge boasts a large bar with entertainment, bowling, and ample bar games in a comfy, low-key atmosphere. They have live music on the weekends and hold multiple events throughout the week, including their popular sexy bingo night. Customers appreciate the friendly bartenders and note “fun place with a great local vibe.”
Swiftel Center is a well-run concert venue where there’s not a bad seat. Folks come from all over the state to experience excellent indoor and outdoor concerts with amazing sound at this premier event center. It’s a great entertainment venue for all types of occasions from large concerts to festivals.
Full Throttle features great live music all week in a spacious, unpretentious environment. Featuring two full stages, this biker bar is the largest in the world and offers fantastic shows and an incredible amount of American history with machinery, automobiles, and motorcycles inside and outside of the venue. Customers note “stellar place.to see live bands and hottest bartenders."
For great service, live music, and an excellent selection of spirits, head to 445 Martini Lounge. It’s one of the few fun venues with live band music on the weekends in Rapid City, and offers an outdoor patio area with firepits. Customers appreciate the friendly staff, great service, and all-around enjoyable experience.
Even if you're not a fan of cigars, Stogeez Cigar Lounge offers plenty of outdoor space to enjoy drinks and listen to live music. Locals gather here for the cigars sold on-site, well-stocked bar with great service, and relaxing patio experience with live music on the weekends. Customers note “cigars, bourbon and scotch to please all tastes.”
The Iron Phnx is a funky local venue with a hipster vibe offering live music and various events throughout the month with a little food truck right outside the door. They have a selection of beer and mixed drinks, awesome staff, and some of the coolest aesthetics you've ever seen for decor. Customers note “can't beat the live music and specials.”
