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Holiday Ho Ho Horseshoes

Experience the festive spirit of Deadwood with the Holiday Ho Ho Horseshoes event. From November 20th to December 30th, purchase a special horseshoe ornament from participating local businesses for a chance to win exciting prizes. Each horseshoe comes with a commemorative holiday postcard, adding a unique collectible to your holiday season.

What to Expect

Purchase a horseshoe ornament to win prizes from local businesses.

Event Details

Duration

6 weeks

Ages

All ages

Neighborhood

Historic Deadwood

Timed Entry

No

Organizer

Deadwood Chamber of Commerce & Visitors Bureau

Food & Drink

Food and drink available at participating businesses like A & B Pizza, West River Whiskey, Mustang Sally’s, Main Street Expresso, Gold Dust C Store, Tootsies Taproom, Jacob’s Brewhouse, Jacob’s Grocer, Martin and Mason, Gem Steakhouse.

Local Insight & Ratings

Family Friendly

🎄 🎄 🎄 🎄 (4/5)

Best For

Holiday shopping, prize seekers, families

Vibe

Festive, community-oriented, treasure hunt

Energy Level

Low to medium

Budget

$$$

Photo Friendly

📷 📷 📷 📷 📷 (3/5)

Weather Sensitivity

Low

Location

Historic Deadwood
501 Main Street
Deadwood, SD
57732

Know Before You Go

  • Tickets: $$$
  • Pets: No pets allowed (service animals welcome)

Tips & Advice

  • Visit multiple participating businesses to increase your chances of winning prizes with your horseshoe ornament.
  • Check the Deadwood Chamber of Commerce website for an updated list of participating businesses and their specific prize numbers.
  • Arrive early in the event period, as the limited edition commemorative holiday postcards are available only while supplies last.
  • Consider exploring the historic town of Deadwood while you're out hunting for winning horseshoes, as many businesses offer unique experiences.
  • Keep your horseshoe ornament and postcard as a souvenir of your holiday visit to Deadwood, even if you don't win a prize.

Special Events & Promotions

  • Purchase a horseshoe ornament to win prizes.
  • Limited edition commemorative holiday postcard included with purchase.
  • Prizes valued at a minimum of $50.
  • Up to 100 winning horseshoes.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Holiday Ho Ho Horseshoes event?

It's an event where you purchase a unique Deadwood holiday ornament (a horseshoe) from participating locations between November 20th and December 30th for a chance to win prizes.

How do I win a prize?

Each horseshoe has a unique number. Visit participating businesses to see if your number matches a winning number displayed in their store to claim your prize.

Are the horseshoes still available?

The event page states that 'All Ho Ho Horseshoes are SOLD OUT!', so it is not possible to purchase them anymore.

What is the value of the prizes?

All prizes are valued at a minimum of $50 each, and up to 100 of the horseshoes are winners.

What else do I receive with the horseshoe purchase?

All horseshoe purchases include a limited edition commemorative holiday postcard created by local artist Cari Thrall.

Tags

holiday marketfamily friendlyshoppingcommunity celebrationseasonal activitiesholiday traditionfestive foodlocal shoppingunique giftsholiday cheer

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We've done our best to keep details up-to-date, but event schedules, prices, and policies can change. For the latest updates, please visit the official website or contact the organizers directly.

Contributors & Updates

Last Updated: Sep 20, 2026
Original Submitter: Sep 17, 2025 The Christmas Events Near Me editorial team