Rapid City Arts Council Announces 21st Banff Centre Mountain Film Festival World Tour in Rapid City3/4/2025  For Immediate Release: March 4, 2025
Rapid City Arts Council Announces 21st Banff Centre Mountain Film Festival World Tour in Rapid City RAPID CITY, SD – The Rapid City Arts Council is proud to present the BANFF Centre Mountain Film Festival World Tour, returning to the Elks Theatre for two exhilarating nights of adventure films on Monday, April 21, and Tuesday, April 22. But before the adrenaline rush begins, the festival opens with Where We Live—a special evening of live music and storytelling—on Saturday, April 12 at the Dahl Arts Center. Where We Live – Saturday, April 12South Dakota Rock and Roll Hall of Fame inductees, Toadstool Jamboree & Friends will open the festival with a powerful blend of drum groups, flute performances, and spoken word, weaving together passages from The Bear, the Big Read Rapid City book selection. This gathering serves as a grounding moment for reflection, resilience, and the interconnectedness of our stories. The festival begins with Where We Live, an inspiring evening that celebrates the beauty of presence, the responsibility we share for our planet, and the connections that bind us as neighbors and stewards of our community. Tickets are on sale now. Doors open at 6 PM. This special evening will also feature the debut of our annual Lost Cabin Beer Co. art can, showcasing the piece The Pleiades Reflection Nebula in the Constellation of Taurus the Bull by Teresa Hofer. This piece is displayed in Reflect, The Dahl’s newest photography competition and exhibition on display until May 3, 2025. Tickets and trailers are available at: rapidcityartscouncil.org/banff Granite Film Program – Monday, April 21 The Granite program kicks off the festival with a dynamic lineup of seven films, four of which are under 10 minutes long. These stories highlight athletes and explorers pushing the limits of human potential:
Monday night’s emcee, Laura Armstrong, shares her excitement, "After years of being a Banff Film Festival spectator, it's a tremendous honor to emcee Monday night's event. The Black Hills are all about adventure and exploration, and I can't wait to share my enthusiasm with this year's audience." Sandstone Film Program – Tuesday, April 22 The excitement continues on Tuesday with the Sandstone program, featuring seven films that blend adventure, culture, and storytelling. The longest film in this set runs 33 minutes, ensuring a high-energy, immersive experience:
World adventurers, photographers, and filmmakers Bruce B. Junek and Tass Thacker will serve as the emcees for Tuesday night’s film program. "The films highlight the thrills and rewards of an active outdoor lifestyle," says Junek. They remind us that people are capable of far more than we often imagine." "Banff films always inspire and challenge us to learn about the world," adds Thacker, "and about the people who make our planet such an incredible place to live." The BANFF Centre Mountain Film Festival World Tour brings together breathtaking cinematography, inspiring narratives, and the world’s most daring athletes and explorers. Don’t miss this opportunity to experience the thrill of adventure on the big screen. Tickets and trailers are available at: rapidcityartscouncil.org/banff The BANFF Centre Mountain Film Festival World Tour in Rapid City is made possible through the generous support of our sponsors: L.B. Lane Family Foundation, Constance Lane & David Cameron, Coeur Wharf, TerraSite Design, RCS Construction, Modern Woodmen, Dr. Fromm, Edge Sports, Pat Roseland, Dakota Business, HomeSlice Media, and Lost Cabin Beer Co. Their support brings world-class films, thrilling outdoor stories, and a community-driven experience to the Black Hills. Thank you for making this festival an unforgettable event! Sponsorship opportunities are available until April 4. For more information about this events and to purchase tickets, please visit rapidcityartscouncil.org/banff. Don't miss your chance to be part of this unforgettable celebration of creativity, nature, and community spirit. ## For More Information: Maggie Lepa-Wince Rapid City Arts Council 605.394.4101 [email protected] The purpose of the Rapid City Arts Council (RCAC) is to champion the power of art to bring all kinds of people together, making art more accessible, more integral and more inspiring for the communities we serve. RCAC was established by community leaders in 1968 and officially partnered with the city in 1974 to manage the Dahl Arts Center and expand arts and cultural resources. RCAC creates and supports diverse programming in exhibitions, performances, and educational classes. Supported by individual donors and organizations such as the Black Hills Area Community Foundation, John T. Vucurevich Foundation, the South Dakota Arts Council through the South Dakota Department of Tourism and the National Endowment for the Arts, and others, RCAC is committed to enriching the community's artistic and cultural experiences. Located at 713 7th St in Downtown Rapid City, the center offers free admission and is open Monday to Saturday from 10 am to 5 pm. Discover more at rapidcityartscouncil.org.
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The Rapid City Arts Council staff and Board of Directors thanks the City of Rapid City for continuously supporting our mission and the arts. The generosity of our many volunteers, donors, and members drives our mission to champion inclusive, innovative and inspiring arts opportunities to enrich the communities we serve. Additional support comes from the South Dakota Community Foundation, Black Hills Community Foundation, and the South Dakota Arts Council with funds from the State of South Dakota through the Department of Tourism and the National Endowment for the Arts. The Dahl Arts Center is a municipal facility of the City of Rapid City and is managed by the Rapid City Arts Council on behalf of the Rapid City community.