Rush Rally Program Announced

By Mitchell Now June 13, 2024 11:23 am

STURGIS, S.D. (MITCHELLNOW) Soon it will be time for the Sturgis Motorcycle Rally. Recognizing the significance of the Rally, Travel South Dakota has announced an initiative in cooperation with local entities like regional tourism associations, convention visitor bureaus, chambers of commerce, economic development corporations and civic organizations to put on “Welcome to South Dakota” events for visiting motorcyclists arriving for the Sturgis Rally.

Mitchell will hold its own Pre-Sturgis Rally on August 1, 20204. The event will take place on that Thursday from 5pm to 10pm on Mitchell’s Main Street.

For more information on the Rally Rush program visit www.TravelSD.com

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