Black Hills Jazz Fest
04/25 12:00
Rapid City , SD
Presented by Improvise Arts, the Black Hills Jazz Festival encourages listeners to move through downtown Rapid City while discovering music in unexpected places April 22-25, 2026.
Inspired by global festivals recognizing International Jazz Day and Jazz Appreciation Month, the Black Hills Jazz Fest highlights exceptional South Dakota based musicians performing alongside nationally and internationally touring artists.
Last year’s inaugural festival welcomed approximately 3,000 people downtown for a one day celebration, showing the community’s hunger for live jazz and community-driven events.
This year, in response to growing demand, the 2026 Black Hills Jazz Fest expands to include three special ticketed performances leading up to April 25
Event Partner(s)
Lost Cabin Beer Co; Hay Camp Brewing Co; bb's natural wine; The Brass Rail; Catalyst Theatre Co; Blind Lion Speakeasy; Journey Museum; Black Hills Vinyl; Windsor Block Bar; Hyatt Lounge; Dahl Arts Center; Tinder Box Cigar Co
Event Sponsor(s)
Black Hills Energy, Black Hills Federal Credit Union, Demerssemen Jensen Tellinhuisen & Huffman, Rapid City Arts Council
Organizer(s)
Improvise Arts
Contact Person: Alex Massa
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Email: [email protected]
Location(s)
Downtown Rapid City
601 Kansas City Street
Rapid City,
SD
57701
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