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The Knuckle Saloon

Downtown Main Street institution with live music, a brewery, and the Knuckle Brewing Co. on tap.

Established
2004
Hours
Rally: 24/7 · Off-season: 11am – late
Address
931 1st Street, Sturgis, SD 57785

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The Story

VibeThe classic downtown Sturgis biker bar. Brick walls, long wood bars, chrome everywhere, and the smell of a working brewery next door.

Built inside the shell of a century-old downtown building, The Knuckle takes its name from the Harley Knucklehead engine. It's home to Knuckle Brewing Co., one of the first craft breweries in the Black Hills, and hosts the annual Rat's Hole custom bike show during Rally.

Known For

01

Knuckle Brewing Co. beers brewed on-site

02

Rat's Hole custom bike show

03

Wraparound outdoor bar during Rally

04

Legendary bloody marys

Drinks

Full bar plus a rotating tap of Knuckle Brewing beers — the Grunt IPA and Sturgis Amber are the go-tos.

Food

Steaks, burgers, pizza and a solid appetizer menu. The prime rib is the sleeper pick.

Music

Live bands nightly during Rally, weekend acts the rest of the summer.

Rider Tips

  • Grab a booth upstairs to escape the crowd
  • Order a beer flight — it's the only way to try the brewery lineup
  • Park a block off Main and walk in