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Rapid City and its backyard of the Black Hills has been at the top of list for many group tour operators for many years.  With 5100 affordable group friendly hotel rooms, Rapid City is at the center of many popular group destinations and attractions and is the place to start and end the travel day.  Rapid City, known as the City of Presidents, is located only minutes from popular must see destinations as Mount Rushmore, Crazy Horse Memorial, the Badlands and Custer State Park.

The Black Hills burst into autumnal colors that have gained national attention being recognized by both Forbes Traveler and USA Today as one of the best fall foliage viewing destinations in the country.

Adding to the autumn allure of Rapid City and the Black Hills is the group friendly, must see events that take place when fall foliage viewing is at its peak.

The annual Custer State Park Buffalo Round Up and Arts Festival (September 27, 2010) brings Old West comes alive as cowboys, cowgirls and park staff round up nearly 1,500 free-roaming bison.  The event has again been named one of the top 100 events by the American Bus Association. 

The annual Black Hills Pow Wow, or He Sapa Wacipi, is one of the largest Native American festivals and is held annually at the Rushmore Plaza Civic Center (October 8-10, 2010) . Hundreds of Native American singers and dancers from all over North America converge on the Civic Center to compete for thousands of dollars in song and dance competition.  The three day festival is open to the public and welcomes groups of all sizes.

Group travel planners and tour operators can learn more by calling 800-487-3223 or www.TourRapidCity.com.