Win a Free Upgrade
New for 2026! All guests who are staying at a Custer State Park Resort lodge room or cabin on May 9 or 10, 2026 will be entered into a drawing for a free upgrade to the Ponderosa Cabin at Blue Bell Lodge!
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Mother's Day Brunch & Spring Wildlife Weekend
Mother's Day Brunch Buffets
Celebrate a cherished tradition at Custer State Park Resort, where Mother’s Day brunch returns each year as a memorable way to honor Mom in a stunning Black Hills setting. This beloved annual event is one you won’t want to miss—but in 2026, the celebration goes even further with an entire weekend of special activities, wildlife experiences, and relaxing moments to enjoy together. From sunrise coffee and hands-on workshops to scenic adventures and Sunday brunch at the lodges, it’s more than a meal—it’s a full Mother’s Day weekend experience.
Weekend At-a-Glance
Friday, May 8
- Baby Bison Caravan | Friday afternoon on the Wildlife Loop
Saturday, May 9
- Coffee & Pastries - Sunrise | State Game Lodge Front Porch & Sylvan Lake Lodge Veranda
- Leather Peonies & Plantable Seed Paper Card Making - 2pm | State Game Lodge Patio
Sunday, May 10
- Sunday Brunch | State Game Lodge, Sylvan Lake Lodge, Blue Bell Lodge
All Weekend Long:
- Spring Wildlife Weekend Rate - Stay 2 Nights, Save 15%
- Buffalo Safari Jeep Tours - 20% off Saturday and Sunday | Creekside Lodge
- Trail Challenge | Get your start! Summer Trail Challenge runs May 1 - Sept 5
- Wild About Mom Bingo | Bingos get a treat for mom!
- Win an Upgrade | All overnight guests for May 8-10 are entered to win an upgrade to the Ponderosa Cabin at check-in
Saturday Workshop: Leather Peonies & Plantable Seed Cards
Saturday, May 9th | 2:00pm
State Game Lodge, Restaurant Patio
$65 person
Celebrate or prepare for Mother’s Day at Custer State Park with a beginner-friendly leatherworking workshop on the peaceful State Game Lodge Patio. Create a handcrafted leather peony and plantable seed paper card while learning essential leather crafting techniques in a relaxed, nature-inspired setting. Light refreshments included.
All participants leave with a Buffalo Bonus Card (10% off CSP Restaurants for 2026) and a $20 lodging credit!
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Stay and Save
Stay at any lodge or cabin with our Stay 2 Nights, Save 15%. Wake up early on Saturday and step onto the State Game Lodge’s welcoming front porch or Sylvan Lake Lodge's quiet Veranda for sunrise coffee and fresh pastries, a peaceful way to greet the day as the park comes to life around you.
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20% off Buffalo Safari Jeep Tours
Then head out for adventure with 20% off Buffalo Safari Jeep Tours on Saturday and Sunday. Departing from Creekside Lodge, these guided tours take you deep into the park’s wildlife loops where you may spot bison, pronghorn, elk, and other animals that call Custer State Park home.
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Trail Challenge
For those looking to stretch their legs and take in the beauty of spring, the Custer State Park Trail Challenge offers a fun way to explore the park’s incredible landscape. With trails ranging from easy scenic walks to more adventurous hikes, it’s a great opportunity for families to experience granite peaks, quiet forests, and sparkling lakes & prairies. Whether you complete one trail or several, it’s a memorable way to spend time outdoors together and make Mother’s Day weekend even more rewarding.
Stop at the Custer State Park Visitor Center for this year's Trail Challenge line-up.
Mother's Day Brunch
Wrap up the weekend with a memorable Mother’s Day Sunday Brunch at one of our beautiful lodge dining rooms — State Game Lodge, Sylvan Lake Lodge, or Blue Bell Lodge. With delicious food and stunning views, it’s the perfect way to celebrate Mom and end a weekend full of nature, relaxation, and unforgettable moments.
Call each lodge restaurant directly to make reservations.
(Don't care for a buffet? Legion Lake Lodge is open with standard menu service).
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3rd Annual Murder Mystery Dinner - 1940 Swing
1940's Swing! NEW - At Sylvan Lake Lodge. Two (2) shows available on Saturday, October 17, 2026
Open House & Free Fishing Weekend
Come kick off the season with an outdoor adventure fair, a live country music series, free fishing & more. All overnight guests are entered to win a free upgrade!
