Plan Your Trip to the 2026 Honors Ceremony
Join us on September 11th and 12th as we proudly induct ten remarkable individuals into the South Dakota Hall of Fame. These individuals represent a broad range of fields, including professional, arts & entertainment, education, philanthropic, business, and more.
Our newest class of Inductees’ life works have had a major impact on South Dakota and beyond, and we are excited to celebrate their achievements during the 2026 Honors Ceremony.
It’s never too early to begin planning your stay in the Chamberlain/Oacoma area for the Honors Ceremony weekend. Scroll down for information and travel ideas for your stay this September.
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
Where to Stay
There are a number of places to stay in the Chamberlain/Oacoma area during your Honors Ceremony trip, including:
Cedar Shore Resort and Conference Center
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Baymont by Wyndham Oacoma
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Quality Inn Oacoma
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AmericInn by Wyndham Chamberlain
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Howard Johnson Hotel & Suites Oacoma
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Airbnb Accommodations
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For more accommodation recommendations, Google “Places to stay in Chamberlain, South Dakota”.
Visit Dignity Earth and Sky
While you are in the Chamberlain area, find inspiration while visiting Dignity of Earth and Sky, a sculpture on a bluff overlooking the Missouri River. This 50-foot-high stainless steel statue was created by South Dakota artist laureate Dale Claude Lamphere, who was inducted into the South Dakota Hall of Fame in 1987. Dignity depicts an Indigenous woman in a Plains-style dress proudly holding a star quilt which catches the morning light in a stunning display.
Explore the Chamberlain/Oacoma Area
There are many ways to enjoy the area. Located at the crossing of Interstate 90 and the Missouri River, Chamberlain and Oacoma have provided services and rest to travelers for generations. Al’s Oasis, for instance, is a historic rest area that has one of the best restaurants in the state. But the area is more than just a rest stop–offering breathtaking outdoor spaces and outdoor recreation opportunities, to cultural centers, restaurants, and more. Click here to learn more about the area.
We can’t wait to celebrate excellence in South Dakota with you this September. To learn more about the event and to purchase your tickets for the 2026 Honors Ceremony, click here.