Annual Events Overview

Mobridge Ice Fishing Tournament - in January

Taking place in early January the Mobridge Ice Fishing Tournament consists of a field of over 576 two-person teams, making it the largest ice fishing tournament in the state of South Dakota. Combining this with the over $250,000 in cash and prizes the Mobridge Ice Fishing Tourament has become well-known across the country.

Click here for more information on the Mobridge Ice Fishing Tournament

Mobridge Ice Fishing Tournament Facebook Page

Denny Palmer Fishing Tournament - 2nd Saturday in June

The Denny Palmer Memorial Walleye Classic began in 2010 to honor a Mobridge local Dennis "Denny" Palmer who loved the community and Lake Oahe.

The Denny Palmer Memorial Tournament is a one-day tournament and is a part of the Northern Oahe Walleye Championship series. The tournament can host up to 115 boats and pays the top 15 placing teams with first receiving a guaranteed $7,500. Registration for the Denny Palmer opens in mid-February each year.

Learn more about the Denny Palmer Memorial Walleye Classic

Register for the Denny Palmer Fishing Tournament

Sitting Bull Stampede PRCA Rodeo - July 2, 3, 4

The Sitting Bull Stampede is a PRCA sanctioned rodeo which has been a staple of Mobridge since its inauguration in 1945. In recent years the Rodeo has grown significantly which has accounted for a brand-new video board, grandstands, concessions, and ticket booth. The top cowboy and cowigrl talents in the nation make their way to Mobridge each year to participate in the action!

Accompanying the Rodeo are multiple other events which include: a carnival, parade, and live concert.

Learn more about the Sitting Bull Stampede Rodeo

Crazy Days ! - 1st Saturday in August

Crazy Days is a great time to get your family ready for a new school year and support our great local retailers all while shopping great deals!!!! 

Mobridge Fall Festival Weekend - 2nd Weekend in September

Formerly "Beef 'N Fun Weekend" the Mobridge Fall Festival Weekend is an annual Mobridge tradition that celebrates a crucial contributor to our state and local economies. The festival began in 1977, and while some of the activities involved have transformed, a majority of them have remained the same. 

Featured weekend activities include a Harvest Festival, Car Show, Gun Show and Inflatables for kids. 

Learn more about Mobridge Fall Festival Weekend.

Fall Craft Fair - in October

The Fall Craft Fair is a great way to kick off the beginning of the brisk months. The Fair takes place in Downtown Mobridge and is indoors at the Scherr-Howe Event Center. All kinds of vendors are welcome to participate in this popular event!

Downtown businesses and restaurants are also a brisk walk away if you would want to do a bit more local shopping or great a delicious bite to eat.

Register for a vendor spot in the Fall Craft Fair

Trunk or Treat - October 31 (Halloween)

Trunk or Treat is an event that has gained nationwide popularity and has most recently been adopted by the Mobridge Community in 2019. Mobridge's Trunk or Treat consists of local businesses decorating the trunk of a vehicle, parking in a central location, and allowing children to "trunk" or treat from vehicle to vehicle. While a relatively new event to Mobridge, Trunk or Treat has only grown and the Chamber only wants to make it better.

The Annual Trunk or Treat event takes place on Main Street in front of the Scherr-Howe Arena  5 - 6:30pm.

In 2025 we saw over 500 Trick or Treaters. We had participants vote for their favortie trunk. Our 2025 winners for best trunk are:

1st place - Mobridge Masons with a Ghost Buster Theme

2nd place - Miner and Mound Services with a Harry Potter Theme

3rd place - State Farm with the Good NeighBear

Register your business to participate in Trunk or Treat

Downtown retailers Holiday Open House - in November

Stroll through our downtown retailer shops and save with deep discounted items.   Select stores offer "Ladies Night" on Friday evening offering sweet treats and drinks while you shop and visit.