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Deadwood Alive

Main Street · Deadwood, SD

Why you should go…

Deadwood Alive stages historically inspired gunfight reenactments on Main Street in Deadwood, South Dakota, three times a day, six days a week during the summer season. The troupe's centerpiece show, the Trial of Jack McCall, dramatizes the real trial held the day after Jack McCall shot Wild Bill Hickok, ending at the Wild Bill Theatre. Shows run seasonally from mid-May through September and are free to watch.

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General attractions guidance

Habits that pay off across this whole category, not rules for this one venue. Always check the official site for the specifics.

  • Book the time slot, not just the ticket

    Timed entry is now the norm at big-draw attractions, and online tickets are often cheaper than the gate.

  • Grab the daily schedule on arrival

    Feeding times, keeper talks, and shows run on a posted timetable that changes day to day.

  • The first hour is the quietest

    Queues build through late morning and peak after lunch, so an early start buys you the shortest waits.

  • Budget past the ticket price

    Parking, lockers, strollers, and food inside the gates are common extras worth planning for.

What's around here?

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