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Old Settlers' Weekend 2026

June 19-21, 2026

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The community of Highmore holds Old Settlers' Weekend annually the third weekend in June. It is set for June 19, 20 and 21 for 2026. The community comes together each year to offer a variety of different events. Our goal is to make Old Settlers' Weekend fun for the whole family. ​

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We had such a great 2025 event! We look forward to 2026! You can check back in May/June 2026 to see what the weekend schedule will look like. If you're having a class reunion in 2026, please call Mary Ann at the Highmore Herald 605-870-2927 to schedule a class picture.

 

Old Settlers' Weekend is a community effort, put on by volunteers from a variety of groups, organizations and businesses. Each year, we seek individuals to assist us with the tasks it takes to make Old Settlers' Weekend a great experience for all. This takes many amazing volunteers. Even an hour is enough. If you have any questions or want to volunteer, please send us a message on Facebook. We also love new ideas! 

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Tentative 2026 Schedule of Events

There will be much more to come! Be sure to check back as we get closer to June. 

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THURSDAY

6:30 P.M. Music in the Park at the South Park 

Music at the Richard Hamlin Memorial Bandstand, hosted by Highmore Area Council of the Arts. 

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FRIDAY

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9 - 11 A.M. Rolls and Coffee in the east wing of the Auditorium hosted by the Senior Citizens

11:30 A.M. Lunch in the east wing of the Auditorium hosted by the Senior Citizens

6 P.M. Women's Civic League program at the Auditorium

5 P.M. Ranch Rodeo at Highmore Rodeo Arena - FREE ADMISSION

Hosted by the Highmore Roundup Club; Calcutta begins at 5 p.m. with the first event at 5:30. 

9 P.M. - 1 A.M.  Street Dance at the Fire Hall

Sponsored by Highmore Volunteer Fire Department. Music by Urbandale Lane.

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SATURDAY

7:30 A.M. Walk/Run South Park 

Register at 7:30 a.m. at the South Park (pool park). The route starts and ends at the South Park. There is a participation fee of $10 which includes a t-shirt. Sponsored by Highmore Civic and Commerce.

Coffee Cantina serving drinks by Vilas Pharmacy on Commercial Ave.

9 - 11 A.M. Rolls and Coffee in the east wing of the Auditorium hosted by the Senior Citizens

10:00 A.M. Parade - The theme is "Celebrating America"

No preregistration required. Parade travels from Highmore Health to Commercial Ave., North to First St., turns west to Iowa Ave. and South to the school. Floats are to enter on the west side of the nursing home. No one is allowed to enter from the South on Ash Ave. Parking is available for horse trailers on the north side of Our Savior Lutheran Church on 4th St. Prizes for best float, best class float, best entry other than a float and best overall theme float. 

11 A.M. - 5 P.M. Vendor Fair at Hydeout Bed and Breakfast at 315 Commercial Ave.

Contact Beth at the HydeOut Bed & Breakfast to sign up as a vendor.

11 A.M. Lunch in the east wing of the Auditorium hosted by the Senior Citizens

2 P.M. - 3 P.M. SDSU ice cream in the east wing of the Auditorium - free-will offering

Hosted by Our Savior Lutheran SonDay School with proceeds going to support vacation bible school.

1 P.M - 4 P.M. Kids inflatables at the Highmore Harrold School Gym Sponsored by Simplot - FREE ADMISSION

Hosted by Highmore Civic and Commerce.

2 P.M. - 4 P.M. Open House at the Historical Society Museum

The museum is open 1 p.m. - 4 p.m. Highmore's first school house will be open on 4th street, on the north side of the current school 1 p.m. - 4 p.m.

3 P.M. - 5:30 P.M. 20th Annual Car Show on Commercial Ave.

Free entry. Registration on site at 2 P.M. Awards at 5:15 P.M. For more information, contact Alan Schwedhelm at 402-427-3206.

4 P.M. Class of 1966 Reunion in West Wing of Hyde County Memorial Auditorium

5:30 - 7:30 P.M. Roast beef meal at the Fire Department on Commercial Ave.

Hosted by Highmore Volunteer Fire Department

7 P.M. SD Farmers Union Bull Bash at the Highmore Rodeo Arena

Highmore Civic and Commerce hosts the annual SD Farmer's Union Bull Bash. Gates open at 6 p.m. Calcutta at 7 p.m. Bull riding to follow. Food/concession will be offereds. No coolers. Entry fee for spectators is $10. Nine and under is free. We'll be doing a bike drawing for the kids (four bikes, must be present to win)! This is a TPBR sanctioned event. Call 605-222-0267 to register to ride. Hosted by Highmore Civic and Commerce.

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SUNDAY

9:30 A.M. Interdenominational Worship Service at the Auditorium

10 A.M. Venture Communications Golf Tournament

Two-man best ball; Register by 9:30 A.M.

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