Hill City's Fourth of July parade and Black Hills celebrations drew community and tourists despite rainfall.

Hill City hosted its Fourth of July parade despite some rain, featuring local floats and emergency vehicles, attended by community members and tourists. The Black Hills region celebrated with various events, including the Elks Lodge's fireworks display, Black Hills Speedway's races, and Custer's full-day festivities. Rapid City aims to be a premier destination for the nation's 250th birthday in 2026.