Schedule
Lake of the Ozarks
Jeep Weekend
Three action-packed days of Jeeps, competitions, live entertainment, family fun, and an unforgettable weekend supporting Operation Freedom Exchange.
Friday Open. Saturday Closed.
Friday: The Historic Bagnell Dam Strip will remain open.
Saturday: The Strip will be closed for the Jeep Takeover.
A VIP Pass is required to bring a Jeep onto the Strip.
Friday
Big Experiences Along the Historic Strip
Pre-Registration & Event Check-In Opens
Check-in opens at 1001 Bagnell Dam Blvd .
- Vendor area opens
- Official event merchandise and preordered items available
- Poker Passport begins
- Friday Vendor Bingo begins
- A-10 Warthog Hunt begins
- Silent auction opens
- Special Warfare four-dimensional VR experience opens
Show-N-Shine Vehicle Staging
Staging begins at 1001 Bagnell Dam Blvd . Judging begins at 1:00 PM.
DJ Jody Rhew
DJ Jody Rhew brings the music to the Show-N-Shine and vendor area.
Parade Lineup Begins
Lineup begins at Highway 242 and Bagnell Dam Blvd. Participants must have an official Friday Parade Pass.
Additional staging and lineup instructions will be announced separately.
Lake of the Ozarks Jeep Parade Begins!
Spectators are encouraged to arrive early, bring the entire family, and line the parade route.
The Party Starts Immediately After the Parade
- Meet-and-greet opens
- DJ Jody Rhew signs official Lake of the Ozarks Jeep Event shirts
- Meet Ryan Daniels
- Meet Chet Roberts of 3 Doors Down
- Official pre-party with DJ Jody Rhew
- Battle-style Sound Show Competition
- Light Show Competition
- Custom Jeeps
- High-powered audio systems
- Incredible lighting
- Music, vendors, food, and an electric nighttime atmosphere
Saturday
Saturday Registration Opens
Registration opens at 1505 Bagnell Dam Blvd , near the Big Indian at the top of the Strip.
DJ Jody Rhew Takes Over the Strip
The Historic Strip Becomes Jeep Headquarters
- Hundreds of Jeeps lining the Strip
- Vendors at 1001 Bagnell Dam Blvd
- Sponsor displays
- Food and shopping
- Official event merchandise
- Poker Passport game
- Saturday Vendor Bingo
- A-10 Warthog Hunt
- Silent auction
- Military and historical vehicle displays
Completed Poker Passport, Vendor Bingo, and A-10 Warthog Hunt cards may be turned in at the registration, information, and vendor support booth.
Tucker Shucker Stage
- National Anthem
- Presentation of the Colors
- Quilt of Valor ceremony
- Firefighter quilt surprise
- Jeep presentation to a veteran or active-duty service member
- Show-N-Shine winners announced
- Light Show winners announced
- Sound Show winners announced
- A-10 Warthog Hunt winner
- Poker Passport winner
- Friday Vendor Bingo winner
- Saturday Vendor Bingo winner
Awards Include
Custom Atlas Docks Event Stage
- Keith Ladd Band
- Amanda Cornett Band
- Ryan Daniels Band
- DJ Jody Rhew and Black Diamond
Saturday’s entertainment includes live music, DJs, and performances throughout the day and evening.
When the Sun Goes Down, the Strip Lights Up!
- Jeeps gather for the Glow Cruise
- Lighted Jeeps cruise through the event
- DJ Jody Rhew
- Black Diamond
- Live music and entertainment
- Huge street dance party
Jeepers take over the historic Strip for an unforgettable night!
General Admission Cruise Opens
General admission vehicles are allowed to cruise the Strip beginning at 8:30 PM, but may not park on the Strip.
Sunday
Final Jeep Meetups
One more chance to connect, swap stories, and spend time with the Jeep community.
Closing Ceremony
No purchase is required to attend the closing ceremony.
Safe travels home!
Big Builds. Bold Stories. One Unforgettable Weekend.
Come for the Jeeps. Stay for the people, the energy, and the mission.
Three days. Thousands of Jeeps. One powerful mission.
The Lake of the Ozarks Jeep Event helps Operation Freedom Exchange continue giving back to veterans, active-duty military members, first responders, and families in need.
Because of every Jeeper, sponsor, vendor, and volunteer, this event has helped provide Thanksgiving meals, service dogs for veterans, support for local organizations, and life-changing vehicle giveaways.