Yankton Riverboat Days

2026 Riverboat Days Entertainment!

Yankton Riverboat Days & Summer Arts Festival is excited to announce the bands performing August 21st and 22nd on the Explorers Credit Union Main Stage in Yankton, SD. Friday’s lineup will be headlining family party band The Dweebs along with Sioux Falls based rock band Minority Falls. Saturday’s country lineup will include headliners LAKEVIEW along with Blake Proehl, Ken K and The Dead Cowboys.

The Dweebs / Friday Night Headliner

Friday’s headliner The Dweebs are a family party band from Wisconsin performing top 40 hits from the 70’s through today. They are a high energy band with crazy stage antics and lot of crowd participation.

The Dweebs formed in 1987 by Michael “Papa Dweeb” Blue. In 2004, Papa Dweeb would bring his three children into the band and they would travel the country performing at fairs, festivals and private events. In 2024, Papa Dweeb would add his grandchildren to the band introducing a 3 generation to the group.

The Dweebs continue to spread joy across the nation doing what they love and sharing their passion for music to all they encounter.

Minority Falls / Friday Night Opener

Starting the night for The Dweebs on Friday is Minority Falls. Sioux Falls based Minority Falls are a rock band with a unique blend of genres and a diverse setlist which provides a musical experience unlike any other.

Covering songs from the 70’s up into the 2020’s as well as some original music, their youthful energy mixed with talented bandmembers make them the perfect entertainment for all ages.

LAKEVIEW / Saturday Night Headliner

Saturday’s headlining duo LAKEVIEW are a tattooed, rural, blue-collar duo – Jesse Denaro and Luke Healy. They are among Nashville’s fastest rising new acts. With over 140 million streams and a devoted audience of nearly 700,000 fans across social media, the duo has carved out a lane entirely their own.

Dubbed “weekend warriors turned Music Row favorites” by The Tennessean, LAKEVIEW’s hard-charging sound bridges the raw intensity of metalcore with the grit and storytelling of modern country. In 2025, LAKEVIEW toured their debut album worldwide, delivering 115 shows to more than 400,000 fans and sharing the stage with artists like Nickelback, Breaking Benjamin, Staind, Dustin Lynch and Chase Matthew.

Kicking off 2026, the duo returns with new music, including their latest single “Can’t Live Without” and will tour extensively across the U.S. with headline dates, festival appearances and a lengthy run as direct support for Warren Zeiders.

Kenny K and The Dead Cowboys / Saturday Night Opener

Opening the night for LAKEVIEW on Saturday is Kenny K and The Dead Cowboys. They are a honky-tonk country and rock’n’roll band out of Scotland, SD.

Playing original songs ranging from heavy decibel blues to heart-felt finger-pickin’ old school country. Guitarist and singing cowboy, Kenny Kasik has performed across the U.S. and has been a regular on and off the Broadway music scene in Nashville including 336 shows in one year at the famous Tootsie’s!

Blake Proehl, a North Carolina native, always had his sights set on the NFL, inspired by his gather’s legacy in the sport. However, in 2021, while playing for the Minnesota Vikings, he suffered a severe leg injury. During his recovery, Blake discovered a new passion for music, teaching himself guitar and immersing himself in songwriting. What began as a therapeutic outlet blossomed into a love for music and eventually surpassed his football aspirations. After three seasons with the Vikings, Blake made the bold decision to follow his heart and pursue a music career and was a top 24 finalist on American Idol.

Our 2026 Captain & Belle are Wayne and Marge Kindle!

Introducing Yankton Riverboat Days & Summer Arts Festival 2026 Captain and Belle, Wayne and Marge Kindle. We are so honored that they will be representing Riverboat Days this summer!

Wayne and Marge Kindle moved to Yankton 35 years ago with their children. Marge taught Math at Yankton High School for 28 years and retired in 2020. Wayne began his career in the Yankton School District in 1991 and is celebrating his 35th year with the district. He has served many roles including; teacher, coach, Yankton Middle School assistant principal and principal, Yankton High School Principal and currently as Superintendent.

Wayne and Marge are proud to be community members of Yankton. The school district and community have served as outstanding places to educate and raise their children: Dr. Paige (Ryan) Elwood, Dr. Scott (Randi Kindle), and Dr. Trevor (Lacey) Kindle. All three of their children have returned to this wonderful community to now raise their families. They are blessed to have 12 grandchildren growing up in Yankton: Josslyn, Brenna, Hattie, Maverick, Jadi, Elie, Gus, Hank, Mack, Briggs, Walker and Barrett. The grandchildren love to text Grandpa to try and talk him into a snow day or late start for school!

They continue to be active in Trinity Lutheran Church, community, school and family. Wayne has never met a committee he didn’t want or enjoy being part of to support the community, school or church. Marge stays busy in retirement helping out with grand kids, following school activities and volunteering when needed.

Wayne and Marge have instilled in their own children to be involved and give back to this wonderful community that has given them so much over the years.

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No pets, no bikes, no coolers, no motorized vehicles at Riverside Park.

Riverboat Days Parade

Parade registrations are now closed. If you have questions about getting in the parade, please email Renae Brooks at rbrooks@firstdakota.com or call/text at 402-310-9318.

Parade Information

2026 Captain & Belle

Congratulations to our new Captain and Belle,
Wayne and Marge Kindle!

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Schedule of Events

So much to see and do this year, you don't want to miss your chance to do them all!

2026 Schedule