Black Hills Aerial Cup 2026
Schedule
Fri, 27 Feb, 2026 at 08:00 am to Sun, 01 Mar, 2026 at 07:00 pm
UTC-07:00Location
The Box Elder Events Center | Rapid City, SD
We are thrilled to invite you to the 6th Annual Black Hills Aerial Cup, a premier aerial arts competition that brings together circus artists and schools from across the Midwest. Hosted by Live It Up Studio in Rapid City, SD, this exciting event welcomes performers of all levels—amateurs, professionals, youth, and adults.
Now in the year 2026, we are moving into the Season VI of Black Hills Aerial Cup!
This event is hosted and presented by Live It Up Studio and will be held from February 27th - March 1st, 2026 in Rapid City, South Dakota at the Box Elder EVENTS CENTER!
Competitor packet, registration, competition details and how to participate – all the information you can find on our website https://www.liveitupstudio.com/blackhillsaerialcup .
Registration opens on Monday, September 1st, 2026
Registration deadline: February 10th, 2026
What to Expect:
• The chance to perform on big high-quality professional stage with full professional sound and lighting
• Dazzling performances by aerial artists of various disciplines
• All ages - from youth to adults and all levels - from beginner to advanced
• Constructive feedback from judges
• Networking opportunities with fellow performers and industry professionals
• Workshops and masterclasses
• A chance to win awards and gifts
Where is it happening?
The Box Elder Events Center, 592 Watiki Way, Rapid City, SD 57719-9422, United StatesEvent Location & Nearby Stays:
