Rapid City Weekend Packed With Acts
Aaron Lewis and Rob Schneider headline a schedule that includes a Shrek rave and local open mics from November 6 to 8.
By Aiko Nakamura ·
Rapid City residents face a jammed calendar this weekend with more than ten distinct entertainment events scheduled between Friday, November 6, and Sunday, November 8. The lineup ranges from nationally touring comedians to intimate acoustic sets and local art receptions.
The schedule kicks off Friday at 6 p.m. with the EPA Open Mic at the Dahl Arts Center. Musicians, poets, and other performers will share their work during the evening. At 7 p.m., the apocalyptic comedy The Four Horsemen takes the stage in the Studio Theater at the Performing Arts Center. The show offers a darkly humorous take on the end of the world. Later that night at 9 p.m., 707 Nightlife hosts Shrek Rave. The themed dance party features costumes, entertainment, and music inspired by the animated film franchise.
Saturday brings a heavier sound at 6 p.m. when With A Vengeance, Goodfire, and CorpuS play at 707 Nightlife. The three-band lineup focuses on energetic live performances. At 7 p.m., Staind frontman Aaron Lewis arrives at The Monument's Fine Arts Theatre for his Acoustic Origins Tour. The set is described as an intimate acoustic performance featuring his vocals and storytelling. At the same time, comedian Chris "Crazy Legs" Fonseca headlines Comedy Night at the historic Hotel Alex Johnson Ballroom. Ricky Ramos opens the show, and Maurae Gab serves as host. At 7:30 p.m., Rob Schneider performs stand-up at the Performing Arts Center's Historic Theater. The former Saturday Night Live cast member brings his routine to the Black Hills.
Sunday morning activity begins at noon with the release of the Suzie Cappa Artist Reception and Exhibit 25. The event takes place at Lost Cabin Beer Company and supports the Suzie Cappa Art Center. At 2 p.m., The Four Horsemen returns to the Performing Arts Center for a Sunday matinee. This second performance allows those who missed the Friday show to see the production. The weekend concludes at 7 p.m. when Austin-based comedian Steven Farmer performs at the Dahl Arts Center. Farmer will share impressions, original characters, and observations about everyday life.
The events span multiple venues across the city, including the Dahl Arts Center, the Performing Arts Center, 707 Nightlife, and the Hotel Alex Johnson Ballroom. Attendees can choose between live music, stand-up comedy, theater, and community art gatherings. All events are scheduled for this specific three-day window.
