Press Start

06/03/2026

Press Start After Dark Presents:
BONUS ROUND THURSDAY
*This week only!*
9 PM-12 AM | 21+

We are extending the party, kick off the the summer and get a head start on the weekend with this exclusive pop up Thursday club night!

Featuring:
-DJ CRZY Glitch starting at 9PM
-Exclusive Drink specials
-Full Bar
-Arcade games all night

When the streets power down… we level up.

If this event goes well we will consider keeping it around, so show up and show out if this is something you’d like to see more of!

Press Start
504 Mt. Rushmore Rd.
Rapid City, SD 57701

05/31/2026

TONIGHT!! Stay out past bedtime and wear your comfiest outfits☁️🌙💤

PRESS START PAJAMA JAM
Saturday, May 30th | 10PM–2AM | 21+

Don’t sleep on this! Come dressed for bed and stay awake for the party.

Featuring:
• DJ CRZY Glitch
• $3.50 Themed Shots
• Late bedtimes and bumpin bass

VIP area available for $300
• Fits up to 16 people
• Includes 16 Fast-Pass wristbands (skip the line!)
• Includes 16 free shots
For more information about renting VIP, call (605) 646-5558

Press Start
504 Mt. Rushmore Rd.
Rapid City, SD 57701

Pajamas encouraged, good vibes required.

05/27/2026

Dragon Quest turns 40 today!
This pioneering JRPG franchise spans 11 legendary mainline adventures, with Dragon Quest XII currently in development. Known for its comforting, accessible gameplay, the series features iconic, stunning artwork by the late Dragon Ball creator, Akira Toriyama.

05/26/2026

Starting TOMORROW we will be open on Wednesdays. See you 4-7pm for $4 domestic taps/well drinks and FREE soda for the kids!

05/22/2026

PRESS START PAJAMA JAM
Saturday, May 30th | 10PM–2AM | 21+

Don’t sleep on this! Come dressed for bed and stay awake for the party.

Featuring:
• DJ CRZY Glitch
• $3.50 Themed Shots
• Late bedtimes and bumpin bass

VIP area available for $300
• Fits up to 16 people
• Includes 16 Fast-Pass wristbands (skip the line!)
• Includes 16 free shots
For more information about renting VIP, call (605) 646-5558

Press Start
504 Mt. Rushmore Rd.
Rapid City, SD 57701

Pajamas encouraged, good vibes required.

05/10/2026

Even big boys like Street Fighter's Blanka love their MAMA!
Happy to all of you fiercely-loyal moms out there.

05/03/2026

🌌✨DARK SIDE PARTY SPECIALS✨🌌
Tonight only from 10 PM - 2 AM, we will be offering a special themed menu!

We will be selling out of the sidewalk window on Mt. Rushmore Road from 10 PM - 11:30 PM, then move inside of Press Start and sell in the lounge from 11:30 PM - 2 AM.

🌭The Tatooweenie
A hot dog loaded with mustard, onions, crushed doritos, and optional blue colored mayonnaise.
Salty, crunchy, and definitely chaotic!

☕️The Vader Mocha
A sea salt dark chocolate mocha, complete with dark roasted Ethiopian espresso.
This coffee is sure to turn you to the dark side!
⚠️Only available 10 PM - 11:30 PM at the sidewalk window.

All offers while supplies last.

05/02/2026

See you all tonight!!

DARK SIDE STAR WARS PARTY
Saturday, May 2nd | 10PM–2AM | 21+

Step into a galaxy far, far away as we transform the club into a Dark Side takeover. But this isn’t just any party… It’s a prelude to something bigger.

Star Wars fan film "Heart of the Rebellion" will finally premiere after 23 years in the making. The local filmmakers, owners of Press Start, invite you to attend the showing at the Elks Theatre at 7pm on May 4. Admission is free, but come early!

In addition, we will also be celebrating our in-house DJ’s 21st birthday at midnight!

Featuring:
• $3 Sith Saber Jello Shots
• $3.50 Themed Shots
• DJ CRZY Glitch bringing Dark Side beats from across the galaxy

VIP area available for $300
• Fits up to 16 people
• Includes 16 Fast-Pass wristbands (skip the line!)
• Includes 16 free shots

For more information about renting VIP, call (605)-646-5558

Embrace the Dark Side… your destiny awaits.

Press Start
504 Mt. Rushmore Rd.
Rapid City, SD 57701

04/23/2026

DARK SIDE STAR WARS PARTY
Saturday, May 2nd | 10PM–2AM | 21+

Step into a galaxy far, far away as we transform the club into a Dark Side takeover. But this isn’t just any party… It’s a prelude to something bigger.

Star Wars fan film "Heart of the Rebellion" will finally premiere after 23 years in the making. The local filmmakers, owners of Press Start, invite you to attend the showing at the Elks Theatre at 7pm on May 4. Admission is free, but come early!

In addition, we will also be celebrating our in-house DJ’s 21st birthday at midnight!

Featuring:
• $3 Sith Saber Jello Shots
• $3.50 Themed Shots
• DJ CRZY Glitch bringing Dark Side beats from across the galaxy

VIP area available for $300
• Fits up to 16 people
• Includes 16 Fast-Pass wristbands (skip the line!)
• Includes 16 free shots

For more information about renting VIP, call (605)-646-5558

Embrace the Dark Side… your destiny awaits.

Press Start
504 Mt. Rushmore Rd.
Rapid City, SD 57701