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BRING THE ENTIRE FAMILY TO LAKE KAMPESKA FOR THREE DAYS OF FAMILY-FRIENDLY FUN!
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COOKIN' ON KAMPESKA IS PACKED FULL OF EXCITING ACTIVITIES AND ENTERTAINMENT FOR EVERYONE - GOOD FOOD, CHILDREN'S ACTIVITIES, LIVE MUSIC AND SO MUCH MORE.
THURSDAY
July 17, 2025
Join us on the shores of Lake Kampeska for Thursday Night Live!
Gates & food vendors open at 4:30pm.
Admission is FREE.
THURSDAY NIGHT LIVE
Thursday | 7:00pm
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Join us as we kick off Cookin' on Kampeska with Thursday Night Live at the Lake with the Johnny Holm Band taking the stage at 7:00pm!
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Bring your lawn chairs!
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Thursday Night Live admission is FREE.​
FRIDAY
July 18, 2025
Spend Friday night at the lake! ​
Gates & food vendors open at 4:30pm.
PEOPLE'S CHOICE
CHISLIC COMPETITION
Friday | 5:30pm
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Make the loop around the campground for the 5th Annual People's Choice Chislic Competition and try each team's meat, then vote for your favorite at the People's Choice tent!
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Awards will be presented on Saturday at 7:00pm on the main event stage.
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NYBERG'S ACE
COOKING CLASS
Friday | 7:00PM
Spice up your Cookin’ on Kampeska weekend with a live outdoor cooking class presented by Nyberg’s Ace! Learn pro tips, grill tricks, and delicious recipes from the experts — whether you're a backyard beginner or BBQ boss.
FRIDAY NIGHT ENTERTAINMENT
Friday | 8:00PM
Throw on your cowboy boots and hat and head to the main stage to work off the barbeque and dance the night away with Greg Hanson & the Backroads!​
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Bring your lawn chairs!
GLOW FOAM PARTY
Friday | 10:00PM
New to Cookin' on Kampeska, the evening glow foam party is just for the big kids! Throw on some clothes you don't mind getting wet, and join the fun!
SATURDAY
July 19, 2025
Bring the entire family for a fun-filled Saturday at the lake!
​​Gates & food vendors open at 10:00am.
KAMPESKA RUN AROUND
THE LAKE
Saturday | 6:30am
In partnership with Prairie Lakes Wellness Center
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Start your Saturday morning by competing in a Half Marathon or 5K around Lake Kampeska.
Awards will be given to top finishers in each age division.
Half marathon begins at 7:00am, with the 5-K beginning at 9:00am.
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For more information, contact the Prairie Lakes Wellness Center at 605-882-6250
KIDS' BURGER BATTLE
Saturday | 10:30am
Sponsored by Dakotaland Federal Credit Union
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Encourage the love of grilling in your kids!
Children ages 6-12 are invited to compete in the Inaugural Kids' Burger Battle at Cookin' on Kampeska. We supply the burgers and grills...they supply their imagination!
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Pre-registration is REQUIRED, as space is limited.
REGISTRATION CLOSES JULY 7, 2025
KIDS MAGICAL EXPERIENCE
Saturday | 11:00am - 1:00pm
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Sponsored by The Realty Team - Lynn & Todd Morris
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Bring your kids to Lake Kampeska for a magical experience straight from a fairytale! Cinderella and her step sisters will be at Cookin' on Kampeska from 11:00am - 1:00pm on Saturday.
B.Y.O.C - Bring your own cameras!
LITTLE MISS & MR KAMPESKA
Saturday | 11:30am
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Sponsored by Clausen Construction
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The Little Miss and Little Mr. Kampeska Pageant is a light-hearted annual tradition. This pageant is just for fun and introduces children to the stage. Dress up or down, winners are selected by the luck of the draw!
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Pre-registration is required, space is limited.
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BEAN BAG TOURNAMENT
Saturday | 12:30pm
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In Partnership with the Lions Club of Watertown
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Grab a friend, head to the shores of Lake Kampeska, and sign up to play the Lion's Club Bean Bag Tournament!
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Pre-registration is preferred, or get your team signed up the day of the tournament at the Lion's Club tent.
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Bags will fly at 12:30pm SHARP.​​
KIDS FOAM PARTY
Saturday | 12:30pm
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New to Cookin' on Kampeska, the kids foam party is foamy fun for all! Throw on some clothes you don't mind getting wet, and join the party!
PEOPLE'S CHOICE
CHISLIC COMPETITION
Saturday | 2:00pm
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Make the loop around the campground for the 10th Annual People's Choice Pork Competition and try each team's meat, then vote for your favorite at the People's Choice tent!
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Awards will be presented on Saturday at 7:00pm on the main event stage.
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ON THE ROCKS
TEQUILA & WHISKEY TASTING
Saturday | 4:00PM
While supplies last, take a stroll along the lakeside during On the Rocks Beverage Tasting and try 10 samples of Tequila and Whiskey!
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Flight cards are just $20
(Must be 21+)
NYBERG'S ACE
COOKING CLASS
Saturday | 4:00PM
Spice up your Cookin’ on Kampeska weekend with a live outdoor cooking class presented by Nyberg’s Ace! Learn pro tips, grill tricks, and delicious recipes from the experts — whether you're a backyard beginner or BBQ boss.
SATURDAY NIGHT ENTERTAINMENT
Saturday | 8:00PM
Celebrate the end of a great weekend at Lake Kampeska with Hicktown Mafia as they take the main stage!​
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Bring your lawn chairs!
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GLOW FOAM PARTY
Saturday | 10:00PM
New to Cookin' on Kampeska, the evening glow foam party is just for the big kids! Throw on some clothes you don't mind getting wet, and join the fun!