City of Deadwood, South Dakota

08/26/2026

08/17/2026

Important Notice regrading tonight's City Commission Meeting: Due to some hardware upgrades in the Commission room, we will now be utilizing Microsoft Teams to access the public meetings. The link is always posted on the bottom of the respective meeting agenda. The Meeting for August 17, 2026 at 5:00 p.m. is here:

Join: https://teams.microsoft.com/meet/246009981899352?p=poY0cXueC0Nfc2qPLn
Meeting ID: 246 009 981 899 352
Passcode: xL6ne7s6

Thank you for your patience and understanding as we work through these hardware and software changes. We appreciate your flexibility as we implement improvements designed to provide a more reliable and efficient end-user experience.

Questions, please reach out to 605-578-2600 Ext. 5 or [email protected]

08/14/2026

This is a reminder that during Kool Deadwood Nites (starting August 18th) trailers, trucks, busses, RV's and other large vehicles will not be allowed to park in the Sherman Street, Railroad, Lower Main Street, or Event Center parking lots. Those vehicles will need to be at the Deadwood Hill Trailhead Lot or the Slag Pile.

08/11/2026

📸🏛️ Happy City Hall Selfie Day! 📸🏛️

Celebrating the place where community ideas turn into action, neighbors come together and local government works for all of us. Proud to be part of our community! 💙



City Hall Selfie Day is a celebration of public service showcasing pride in local governmental institutions. We're proud to live, work, and play in such a wonderful city! This annual nationwide event is organized by Engaging Local Government Leaders.

We are so incredibly grateful to our staff, Mayor Charlie Mook and City Commissioners who proudly serve this community.
(This is only a small percentage of our phenomenal team.)

08/11/2026

REMINDER regarding Yard Waste

The garbage company will not empty your garbage can if it contains yard waste.

Please take all yard waste to the City-provided dumpster located behind the football field.

Thank you for helping keep our community clean and our garbage routes running smoothly!

08/11/2026

After much deliberation, the City of Deadwood has made the tough decision to cancel the Chuckwagon Gathering and Cowboy Show scheduled for September 12, 2026. We apologize for any inconvenience. Refunds for ticket holders will be issued within the next few days.

The City of Deadwood has announced the cancellation of the Deadwood 150th Chuckwagon Event scheduled for Saturday, September 12, due to extreme fire danger and the current burn ban.

With continued dry conditions and an extended weather forecast that does not indicate significant improvement, event organizers determined that proceeding with the Chuckwagon Event would pose an unacceptable fire risk.

Tickets for the September 12 Chuckwagon Event will be refunded at the original point of purchase. For additional information, contact the City of Deadwood at 605-578-2082.

08/05/2026

This morning, one of the Deadwood Trolleys was on its way to Rapid City for repairs. While on the way, it stalled and began smoking, proceeded to catch fire and is a complete loss. The driver was the only passenger and was able to exit the trolley and call emergency services.
We want to extend a sincere thank you to the Sturgis Police Department, Meade County Sheriff’s Office, South Dakota Highway Patrol, Sturgis Fire Department, SD Wildland Fire, and Sturgis Ambulance Service who all responded.

07/22/2026

07/22/2026

Due to the Crescent Street Storm Sewer construction project, our trolleys are not able to enter the rodeo grounds during or immediately following the rodeo. We tried last night and the area is too congested with pedestrian and vehicular traffic to do so safety. To get picked up during these times, please go to the Cadillac Jack's stop. We will try to get back to the Days of '76 campground between 10:30 pm - 11:00 pm or once traffic allows.

07/17/2026

Important notice from our Deadwood, South Dakota Volunteer Fire Department

7/17/2026

**FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE**

OFFICIAL PUBLIC NOTICE:

IMMEDIATE TEMPORARY BURN BAN

City of Deadwood, SD

EMERGENCY DECLARATION

Effective immediately, the City of Deadwood, in conjunction with the Deadwood Fire Department, has declared a Temporary Emergency Burn Ban due to critical, extreme fire danger conditions. Under the authority of Resolution 2025-22, the Fire Chief has implemented this ban to protect lives, properties, and our historic community.

THIS BAN REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE.

Strictly Prohibited (No Open Flames)

To eliminate the risk of accidental ignition, all outdoor open flames are banned within Deadwood city limits. This includes, but is not limited to:

Open Burning: Any outdoor burning of trash, yard waste, brush, or slash piles.

Recreational Fires: All campfires, bonfires, and backyard fire pits
Charcoal Grills & Fireplaces: Use of charcoal briquette grills, wood-fired outdoor ovens, smokers, or outdoor fireplaces.

Consumer Fireworks: The discharge of any fireworks within city limits.

What is allowed: Propane grills and stoves. Such items must have an active, controllable on/off valve and be positioned at least 10 feet away from combustible structures or vegetation.

This ban includes both residential and commercial properties.

Thank you for your cooperation in keeping our historic city safe!