30 Years of Classic Cars, Music and Historic Fun
August 20, 2024 - August 25, 2024 Kool Deadwood Nites brings car lovers together for six days full of classic cars, classic music and classic fun. It’s a 50’s and 60’s sock hop – Deadwood style. Enjoy a parade, show and shine and FREE concerts on Main Street featuring the biggest names in rock ‘n roll history.
2024 IS THE 30TH ANNIVERSARY OF KOOL DEADWOOD NITES!
2024 Information
- Your vehicle must be a ’73 or older to register. Registration will remain open during the event through Friday, August 23.
- Pre-registration packets will be mailed in May 2024 to those who registered a car in 2023. We will continue to mail packets through mid-August 2024. If you would like one, please call 605-578-1876. Walk-up registration will be available at the event through Friday evening, August 23.
- To receive the early bird discount the registration fee must be paid by August 1, 2024.
- New in 2024! An additional day of activities, live entertainment, show & shine and registration on Tuesday, August 20!
- New in 2024! Lunch for registered car owners in Sturgis on Wednesday.
- Car registration cost: $80 before August 1, 2024; $100 after August 1, 2024
- Registration for 2024 Kool Deadwood Nites will be held throughout the event at the Deadwood’s Welcome Center! 501 Main Street, Deadwood, S.D. 57732.
- Kool Deadwood Nites registered cars ONLY will have a section of the Lower Main Street parking lot (location of the new Welcome Center, where registration will be held) Thursday, Friday and Saturday, August 21-24, 2024. Of course, registrants can continue to park throughout the event at the History and Information Center too (August 22-24, 2024. PENDING CITY COMMISSION APPROVAL
- Kool Deadwood Nites 2024 Auction is August 22-24, 2025. For more information contact McPherson Auction & Realty at 605-484-1781 or 605-381-1594.
- The City of Deadwood Police Department asks that you please refrain from doing Burn-Outs during the parade on Sunday.
- The Main Street Entertainment entertainment will be announced in February 2024.
- NEW in 2023 and continuing in 2024, driving poker runs on Thursday, walking poker runs on Saturday. Poker Run Awards for all routes are still on Saturday.
- Free Parking & Shuttle + Free Trolley Rides: Information TBD for 2024
- Keep up to date on all things Deadwood on our Facebook page! You can also call us with any questions at 605-578-1876. Thanks for being part of Kool Deadwood Nites, and we look forward to seeing you in August 2024!
Retailers who wish to sell official Kool Deadwood Nites merchandise, contact Wayne Morris at (605) 920-1512.
CLICK HERE to purchase official Kool Deadwood Nites merchandise!
2024 *Tentative* Kool Deadwood Nites Schedule Details
*Schedule is Subject to Change
ALL NEW! TUESDAY, AUGUST 20:
- 12 – 6 p.m.: Car Registration at Deadwood Welcome Center, 501 Main Street
- 2 – 9 p.m.: Complimentary BBQ and $10 Bottomless Draft Beer at Mr. Wu’s
- 2 – 5 p.m.: FREE CONCERT at Mr. Wu’s – The Band Kandie – Chairs welcome
- 5:30 – 7 p.m.: FREE CONCERT at The Patio at Deadwood Mountain Grand – The Drifters – Chairs welcome near front of the stage. Free hotdogs for registered car owners.
- 6 – 9 p.m.: FREE CONCERT at Mr. Wu’s – The Long Run “Colorado’s Tribute to the Eagles” – Chairs welcome
- 6 -9 p.m.: Show & Shine on Main Street (Wall Street to Deadwood Street), registered cars only, first come, first served.
WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 21 – NEW ACTIVITIES & ENTERTAINMENT ADDED!:
- 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.: Auction Car Check-in (for sellers) at Elkhorn Ridge Resort – For more information contact McPherson Auction & Realty at 605-484-1781 or 605-381-1594.
- 11 a.m. – 1 p.m.: Complimentary Lunch for registered car owners (plus one guest) at Harley-Davidson Rally Point in Sturgis. Registered classic car parking on Main Street from 3rd to 1st on and from the alley on H-D Way to Main Street on the Sherman Street side.
- 8 a.m. to 6 p.m: Car Registration at Deadwood Welcome Center, 501 Main Street
- 2 – 9 p.m: Complimentary BBQ and $10 Bottomless Draft Beer at Mr. Wu’s
- 2 – 5 p.m.: FREE CONCERT at Mr. Wu’s – The Band Kandie – Chairs welcome
- 6 – 9 p.m.: FREE CONCERT at Mr. Wu’s – El Loco Fandango “Tribute to ZZ Top” – Chairs welcome
- 6 p.m.: FREE CONCERT at Outlaw Square – Surfin’ Safari
THURSDAY, AUGUST 22:
- 8 a.m. – 8 p.m: Car Registration at Deadwood Welcome Center, 501 Main Street
- 9 a.m. – 12 p.m.: Auction Car Check-in (for sellers) at Elkhorn Ridge Resort, contact McPherson Auction & Realty at 605-484-1781 or 605-381-1594 for more information.
- 2 – 9 p.m: Complimentary BBQ and $10 Bottomless Draft Beer at Mr. Wu’s
- 4 – 8 p.m.: Live DJ at the History and Information Center Parking Lot
- 12 – 6 p.m: Driving Route Poker Runs throughout the Black Hills. Turn in your score cards to registration by 8pm. Awards held on Saturday.
- 4 – 9 p.m: People’s Choice Awards & Voting – History and Information Center Parking Lot, Deadwood Welcome Center Parking Lot and portions of Main Street. Vote by text. Voting opens at 4 p.m. and closes at 9 p.m. on Thursday, August 22, 2024!
- 4 p.m: Memorabilia & Classic Car Auction – Held in the Deadwood Mountain Grand Event Center. Call McPherson Auction at 605-348-1369 for more info.
- 2 – 5 p.m.: FREE CONCERT at Mr. Wu’s – West Bound – Chairs welcome
- 6 – 9 p.m.: FREE CONCERT at Mr. Wu’s – The Long Run “Colorado’s Tribute to the Eagles” – Chairs welcome
- 8 p.m.: FREE MAIN STREET CONCERT – Herman’s Hermits starring Peter Noone
- Immediately following the concert: People’s Choice Award Results announced from Main Street Stage
FRIDAY, AUGUST 23:
- 7 a.m. – 9:45 a.m.: Rod Run Breakfast at TBD – Free for registered car owner’s only,three shifts available, pick your time at Registration, first come, first served.
- 7 a.m. – 8 p.m: Car Registration at Deadwood Welcome Center, 501 Main Street
- 9 a.m: Classic Car Auction – Held in the Deadwood Mountain Grand Event Center. Call McPherson Auction at 605-348-1369 for more info.
- 10 a.m. – 2 p.m: 16th Annual Rod Run – Registered classic cars only. Two options (departing from the Days of ’76 Rodeo Grounds), choose from an escorted tour through Spearfish or Vanocker Canyon. The Spearfish Canyon route includes a final stop at Carsten’s Cottages. They will have food and drinks available when you arrive. TENTATIVE: Vanocker itinerary is under development. Both Rod Runs leave from the Days of ‘76 Rodeo Grounds at 10:00 a.m. and lineup begins at 9:00 a.m.
- 2 – 9 p.m: Complimentary BBQ and $10 Bottomless Draft Beer at Mr. Wu’s
- 2:30 – 5:30 p.m.: FREE CONCERT at Mr. Wu’s – Stereo Trip – Chairs welcome
- 5 – 6 p.m.: FREE MAIN STREET CONCERT – Hot City Soul
- 6:30 – 7:30 p.m.: FREE MAIN STREET CONCERT – Kid & Nic Show
- 6:30 – 9 p.m.: FREE CONCERT at Mr. Wu’s – Aeromyth “The Ultimate Aerosmith Tribute” – Chairs welcome
- 8:00 p.m.: FREE MAIN STREET CONCERT – ABBA Revisited at 8:00 p.m.
SATURDAY, AUGUST 24:
- 8 a.m. – Noon: Classic Car Competition/Judging at the Days of ’76 Event Complex (Please plan to arrive before 8 a.m.) Registered classic cars only.
- 9 a.m: Classic Car Auction – Held in the Deadwood Mountain Grand Event Center. Call McPherson Auction at 605-348-1369 for more info.
- 10 a.m. – 4 p.m: Walking Poker Run Routes throughout the Black Hills
- 2 – 9 p.m: Complimentary BBQ and $10 Bottomless Draft Beer at Mr. Wu’s
- 2:30 – 5:30 p.m.: FREE CONCERT at Mr. Wu’s – West Bound – Chairs welcome
- 5 p.m: Poker Run Awards Party at TBD on lower Main Street. Awards for Driving and Walking routes.
- 5 – 6 p.m.: FREE MAIN STREET CONCERT – Kid & Nic Show
- 6:30 – 7:30 p.m.: FREE MAIN STREET CONCERT – Potter Family
- 6:30 – 9 p.m.: FREE CONCERT at Mr. Wu’s – Bostyxx “A Tribute to Boston & Styx” – Chairs welcome
- 8 p.m.: FREE MAIN STREET CONCERT – Elton Dan and the Rocket Band
SUNDAY, AUGUST 25:
- 7 a.m: Parade Line-up at Ferguson Field/Rodeo Grounds – Registered classic cars only.
- 9 a.m: Parade on Historic Main Street and continuing through Central City and Lead
- 10 a.m. – 2 p.m: Show and Shine on Main Street. Registered classic cars only.
- 11 a.m: Awards in the parking lot at the History and Information Center
- *All cars must be off Main Street by 2:00 p.m. on Sunday, August 25, 2024! Thank you!
This event is sponsored in part by Do Deadwood Properties. CLICK HERE to book your stay.
2023 Kool Deadwood Nites Car Show Results!
We apologize for any typos. Please call 605-578-1876 if you notice a mistake.
BEST OF SHOW
Committee’s Choice (pictured)
Winner: Mark & Kathy Johnston, 55 BelAir
Sponsor: Deadwood Chamber of Commerce
Chamber’s Choice
Winner: Bob Kuehn, 54 Mercury Convertible
Sponsor: Deadwood Chamber of Commerce
Best Street Rod
Winner: Bryan Corah, 38 Chevy Coupe
Sponsor: The Lodge at Deadwood Gaming Resort
Best Ford
Winner: Patty Nelson, 69 Ford Mustang
Sponsor: Mr. Wu’s
Best General Motors
Winner: Derek & Eileen Eisenbeisz, 67 Chevy Chevelle SS Convertible
Sponsor: White’s Queen City Motors
Best Truck
Winner: Joe Reiser, 54 Ford F100
Sponsor: Old Style Saloon No. 10
Best Stock
Winner: Tony Kahler, 57 Chevy 210
Sponsor: A&B Pizza/ Oyster Bay
Best Custom
Winner: Bob Kuehn, 54 Mercury Convertible
Sponsor: FogNDroz Vape Shop
Best Interior
Winner: Fred & Elaine Hardee, 52 Nash Greenbrier Wagon
Sponsor: Black Hills Vacations
Best Motor
Winner: Jim Zaremski, 70 Chevy Chevelle SS
Sponsor: Silverado/Franklin
Best Mopar
Winner: Dusty Waters, 71 Plymouth Cuda
Sponsor: Cadillac Jack’s Gaming Resort
Queen Sarah’s Cutest Car Award
Caroline Westwood, 60 Nash Metropolitan
Sponsor: Deadwood Chamber of Commerce
People’s Choice
Winner: Robert Carino Jr, 63 Chevy Impala
Sponsor: McPherson Auctions & Realty
King of the Rod Run
Winner: Butch Karcher, 30 Ford Rat Rod
5.6/Speed 116 mph
Drag Strip Sponsor: NAPA Auto Parts
Carsten Cottages Winners
#1 Ron Howland, 55 Chevy
#2 Todd & Lori Engel, 69 Chevelle
#3 Tim Heckel, 68 Chevy Camaro
Honorable Mention
Sponsored by Blackstone Lodge, Elkhorn Ridge RV Resort, Jacob’s Precision Welding, One Way Service Pros, Woody’s Wild West Photography, Mystic Hills Hideaway and Mr. Wu’s.
John Otte, 69 Dodge Charger
Joseph Chorniak, 69 Ford Mustang
Jim & Cindy Packard, 55 Ford
Mike & Jean Denton, 69 Dodge Charger
Robert Wilson II, 68 Ford Mustang
Dustin Butler, 57 Chevy Pickup
Thomas Horne , 64 Lincoln Continental
Mark Himle, 70 Plymouth Super Bird
Ron Meis Memorial Award
Sponsored by the Deadwood Chamber of Commerce
Mark & Kathy Johnston, 55 Chevy Belair
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Tri-Five – Stock
1st Place: Steve Brown, 57 Studebaker
Sponsor: First Gold Gaming Resort
2nd Place: Sam Pierce , 56 Chevy Belair 4dr Hardtop
Sponsor: Quik Signs
Tri-Five – Modified
1st Place: Mark & Kathy Johnston, 55 Chevy Belair
Sponsor: Mustang Sally’s
2nd Place: Rod Barstad, 55 Chevy 210
Sponsor: Vanway
3rd Place: John & Pat David, 55 Chevy 150 Sedan
Sponsor: Blackstone Lodge
Truck Class up to ’73 Inclusive – Modified/Custom
1st Place: Dustin Butler, 57 Chevy Pickup
Sponsor: Deadwood’s Outlaw Square
2nd Place: Joe Reiser, 54 Ford F150
Sponsor: HUB International Insurance
3rd Place: Robert Gay , 57 Chevy Cameo Pickup
Sponsor: Twin City Hardware, Lumber, Rental & Office Supply
Truck Class up to ’73 Inclusive – Stock
1st Place: Mike Phillips, 67 Ford Bronco
Sponsor: Deadwood Tobacco Co
2nd Place: Brayden Wienke, 62 Chevy C10
Sponsor: Buffalo-Bodega
3rd Place: Tim Sleeth, 64 Ford F 100
Sponsor: Berg Jewelry & Gifts
Stock – Pre ’54 and older
1st Place: Mark & Kathy Tronstad, 48 Chevy Suburban
Sponsor: ET Sports
2nd Place: Darin Buhmann, 51 Chevy Deluxe
Sponsor: Marta’s DEADWOOD Doghouse
3rd Place: Paul Heskin, 54 Packard
Sponsor: First Deadwood Cottages
Stock – ’55 to ’73 inclusive
1st Place: Tony Kahler, 57 Chevy 210
Sponsor: Pro Steam Carpet Upholstery
2nd Place: Sarah Aragon, 59 Chevy Corvette
Sponsor: A&B Pizza/Oyster Bay
3rd Place: Gary Kerkow, 58 Jaguar XK 150
Sponsor: Peterson CPA
Pro-Street – ’73 and Earlier
1st Place: Rick O’Donnell, 69 Dodge Charger R/T
Sponsor: First Interstate Bank
2nd Place: John Schipper, 70 Chevy Chevelle SS
Sponsor: Mr. Wu’s
3rd Place: Sherald Schuh, 67 Ford Fairlane
Sponsor: Whiskey Barrel Ranch
Muscle Car ’64 to ’73 Inclusive – Stock
1st Place: Dusty Waters, 71 Cuda
Sponsor: Southside Service & Car Wash
2nd Place: Bob Healy, 69 Pontiac GTO
Sponsor: Blackstone Lodge
3rd Place: Jim Zaremski, 70 Chevy Chevelle
Sponsor: UTV Rentals of the Black Hills
Muscle Car ’64 to ’73 Inclusive – Modified
1st Place: AJ Nelson, 70 Chevy Camaro
Sponsor: McPherson Auctions & Realty
2nd Place: Jami Igo, 67 Chevy Camaro
Sponsor: Berg Jewelry & Gifts
3rd Place: Carl Schott, 65 Chevy Impala SS
Sponsor: Sturgis Mustang Rally
Early ’49 to ’59 Inclusive – Custom
1st Place: Fred & Elaine Hardee, 52 Nash Greenbrier Wagon
Sponsor: Lynn’s DakotaMart
2nd Place: Bob Kuehn, 54 Mercury Convertible
Sponsor: Rocksino by Hard Rock Deadwood
3rd Place: Dan McGlade, 58 Chevy Impala
Sponsor: Deadwood KOA
Late ’60 to ’73 Inclusive – Custom
1st Place: Derek & Eileen Eisenbeisz , 67 Chevy Chevelle SS Convertible
Sponsor: Deadwood Elks Lodge #508
2nd Place: Scott Fougner, 60 Willys Jeep
Sponsor: A&B Pizza/Oyster Bay
3rd Place: Jerry & Tammy Nelson, 65 Chevy Malibu SS
Sponsor: Deadwood Outdoor Rentals
Street Rod Pre ’49 (’48 and older) Coupe
1st Place: Bryan Corah, 38 Chevy Coupe
Sponsor: Deadwood’s Outlaw square
2nd Place: Bill Diers, 33 Plymouth 5 Window Coupe
Sponsor: Berg Jewelry & Gift
3rd Place: Dave Mann , 33 Ford Coupe
Sponsor: McPherson Auction & Realty
Street Rod Pre ’49 (’48 and older) Sedan
1st Place: Doug & Carol Kasel, 40 Ford Woody
Sponsor: Packhorse Liquor
2nd Place: Shane Hornbachek, 33 Plymouth 4 Dr Sedan
Sponsor: Blackstone Lodge
3rd Place: Ken Mollet, Chevy Confederate Sedan
Sponsor: Sponsor-Dash 4 Cash
Street Rod Pre ’49 (’48 and older) Convertible/Roadster
1st Place: Austin & Katie Roberts, 32 Ford Roadster
Sponsor: Boars Nest
2nd Place: Steve Neumiller, 48 Ford Convertible
Sponsor: Dash 4 Cash
3rd Place: Tom Feller, 40 Ford Convertible
Sponsor: First Deadwood Cottages
Street Rod Pre ’49 (’48 and older) Rat Rod
1st Place: Chris Anderson, 30 Ford Model A
Sponsor: Badlands Security
2nd Place: Tom Simmons, 47 Diamond T
Sponsor: MS Mail
3rd Place: Gregory Schindler, 30 Ford Model A
Sponsor: First Deadwood Souvenirs
