About us
Building on decades of momentum, we're working on a plan that enriches our community.
While rodeo and 4-H will always be the core activities out here, we are dreaming big about what else we can do on these special grounds. Music and culture, reunions and weddings, community events; it's all on the table!
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Take a little time to review our plans below, and drop us a line to let us know what you think!
Frequently Asked Questions
How much will the total project cost?
We've broken the project into six phases with a total cost of around $5MM.
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When do you plan on starting?
With the addition of the 4-H livestock barn and new bucking chutes in 2025, we're already getting things moving!
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How long will the project take?
We anticipate this to take around ten years to be fully realized.
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Who is doing the work necessary, such as construction and plumbing?
We will work primarily with local contractors. After over thirty years of collaboration, we trust and respect our local partners!
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Will there be more than rodeos on the grounds?
Absolutely. Both Burke Riding Club and Gregory County 4-H have programming throughout the year. In addition, we are planning for a music festival and other arts and culture events. We think this will be a great place for a wedding, too!
Driven by hometown ideas
What’s taken shape on these grounds is nothing short of incredible. Take the Burke Stampede Rodeo, a central South Dakota staple for more than 35 years. What started as neighbors coming together became something much bigger: A tradition, a destination, a point of pride. That spirit is exactly what carries us forward.
By and for our community
As we continue developing this beautiful stretch of land just southwest of Burke, we’re not creating something new from scratch: We’re building on decades of momentum. And with people who believed that if you create something for your own community first, others will come.
