June 18, 2026: The Oahe Days Arts and Music Festival is this weekend (June 19-20, 2026) at Steamboat Park in Pierre. Organizing committee member John Sterling says things open up Friday at noon. https://media-cdn.socastsrm.com/wordpress/wp-content/blogs.dir/2626/files/2026/02/061826-sterling1.mp3 S terling says vendor booths, carnival rides, games, food and beverage vendors continue on Saturday, as does the musical entertainment. https://media-cdn.socastsrm.com/wordpress/wp-content/blogs.dir/2626/files/2026/02/061826-sterling2.mp3 Oahe Days is put on entirely by volunteers and Sterling says they work hard to provide things that are free to do. https://media-cdn.socastsrm.com/wordpress/wp-content/blogs.dir/2626/files/2026/02/061826-sterling3.mp3 He says the Oahe Days Committee is doing something other than their typical raffle this year. https://media-cdn.socastsrm.com/wordpress/wp-content/blogs.dir/2626/files/2026/02/061826-sterling4.mp3 The Friday night headliner at this weekend’s Oahe Days Arts and Music Festival in Pierre will be That Arena Rock Show and Saturday night’s headliner will be Country Roads Band, fronted by vocalist Kat Perkins. Both concerts are free to attend. For event details, schedules and updates, visit www.OaheDays.com. The Schedule 2026                                                    All WeekendCarnival Rides Games | Music | Artisan Vendor BoothsFood Vendors | Beer Garden | Dog Shows | Poppin’ Penelope Carnival Information 2026 Join us as we welcome Mac’s Carnival for an unforgettable experience filled with thrilling rides, exciting games, and endless fun! Friday, June 19th: $35.00 wristband ( good per session) 1st session: 12:00 pm – 6:00 pm  2nd session: 6:00 pm – 12:00 am Saturday, June 20th: $35.00 wristband ( good per session)  1st session: 12:00 pm – 6:00 pm 2nd session: 6:00 pm – 12:00 am ​ Friday 12PM Opening Cermony12:15 PM Band N0. 5-Sioux Nation Stage1 PM Dog Show2 PM Popping’ Penelope-Magic Show-Sioux Nation Stage3 PM Dog Show5 PM Dog Show5-7 PM Street Masters Car Show Main Stage5 PM The Outside Kids7 PM 50/50 Drawing7:30 PM Stereotrip10 PM That Areana Rock Show Saturday  9:30 AM Pound Class with Erin Flynn9 AM Inflatables Sponsored by State Farm, Becki Potrzeba10 AM Oahe Days Cornhole Classic 10 AM Dog Show10:30 AM Capitol Cheer Performance-Main Stage11 AM Poppin’ Penelope-Magic Show-Sioux Nation Stage11AM Soggy Bottom Boat Regatta Sponsored by Independent Insurance Agents SD11:30 AM Duck Derby Races12 PM Dog Show2 PM Dog Show6 PM 9 PM Shark in the Park Sioux Nation Stage1 PM Hot Dog Eating Contest   Sponsored by Oahe Federal Credit Union3 PM Beer Chugging Contest   Sponsored by Jake’s Good Times Place Main Stage3 PM Madison Styles Band5 PM BitterSweet Band7 PM 50/50 Drawing7:30 PM Jessica Loobey10PM The Country Roads Band   Feb. 24, 2026: The Oahe Days Arts and Music Festival Committee has announced the headlining acts for the event being held in June 2026 in Pierre. The Friday night headliner will be That Arena Rock Show and Saturday night’s headliner will be Country Roads Band, fronted by vocalist Kat Perkins. Both concerts are free to attend. The Oahe Days Music Arts Festival will be held June 19–20, 2026, at Steamboat Park in Pierre. There will be a variety of booths, music, food vendors, art, games and more. For event details, schedules and updates, visit www.OaheDays.com. That Arena Rock Show Kicking off the weekend, Friday night’s headliner will be That Arena Rock Show, a nationally touring tribute experience that recreates the sights, sounds, and energy of classic arena rock concerts. Featuring powerful vocals, electrifying guitar performances, and a full-scale production celebrating legendary rock anthems, the show delivers a true arena-style concert atmosphere for fans of all ages. Learn more at: www.ThatArenaRockShow.com. Courtesy image. Country Roads Band Closing out the festival on Saturday night is Country Roads Band, fronted by powerhouse vocalist Kat Perkins, a standout contestant from The Voice Season 6. Known for her dynamic stage presence and wide-ranging musical style, the band blends modern country favorites, classic hits, and high-energy crowd favorites into an engaging live performance that keeps audiences singing and dancing all night long. Learn more at: www.CountryRoadsBand.com. Courtesy image.   ...read more read less