Honors Ceremony
September 11th & 12th • Chamberlain/Oacoma
Each year, up to ten outstanding South Dakotans are inducted into the Hall of Fame for their achievements that inspire our youth, lead the generations and build our future. The Honors Ceremony is held every year to celebrate and recognize these individuals as they are inducted into the South Dakota Hall of Fame.
The stories of Inductees are from all corners of the state and differ by gender, race, political orientation, vocation, and avocation. What they have in common is their pursuit and achievements of excellence. Their induction into the Hall of Fame is just the first step in honoring and sharing what they have accomplished. Their stories are archived, digitized, and shared through the Hall’s unique programs to serve as inspiration and motivation, especially in helping young people understand their potential.
Honoring and Memorializing Opportunities
2026 Honors Ceremony Program
Cedar Shore Resort - CSR | Oacoma, SD
SD Hall of Fame Visitor & Education Center - VEC | Chamberlain, SD
Friday, September 11, 2026
5:30 – 7:00 PM • GRAND OPENING OF THE 2026 HONORS CEREMONY - VEC
Sponsored, Free of Charge. Transportation is available to and from Cedar Shore Resort running from 4:30 - 7:30 pm, provided by SD Hall of Fame. To travel from Cedar Shore Resort to the Visitor & Education Center, riders will meet outside the hotel lobby. Shuttle times for return travel will be announced.
Saturday, September 12, 2026
10:00 AM - NOON • SATURDAY BRUNCH & INDUCTEE PANEL DISCUSSION - CSR
Sponsored Event, Tickets Required.
1:30 – 3:00 PM • INDUCTEE REUNION EVENT - CSR
Featuring SD Hall of Fame Inductee Billy Mills, who will provide a keynote speech for Attendees.
4:00 – 5:15 PM • SOCIAL TIME - CSR
Cash Bar.
5:15 – 8:30 PM • HONORS BANQUET & INDUCTEE SPEECHES - CSR
Live Auction from 5:15 – 5:45 PM, Exclusive to Banquet Attendees.
Ticketed Event. Reservations Required.
AFTER BANQUET - 8:30 - 10:30 PM • CONTINUE TO CELEBRATE THE INDUCTEES - CSR
Cash Bar and Snacks.
Online Auction
The Online Auction begins in August and will be open throughout the Honors Ceremony weekend.
Online Auction Concludes September 12, 2026, at 8:30 PM
Past Honors Ceremony Magazines
