Yankton Riverboat Days & Summer Arts Festival
About this event
The Yankton Riverboat Days & Summer Arts Festival is a cultural festival in Yankton, South Dakota, at Riverside Park. The 2026 event takes place Aug 21–23, 2026. One of South Dakota's longest-running community festivals along the Missouri River in Yankton. A summer arts celebration with a parade, carnival, craft vendors, and headline concerts on the Explorers Credit Union Main Stage-including 2026 performances by The Dweebs and LAKEVIEW-anchors the third weekend in August.
Annual, third weekend in August
Location & directions
Riverside Park, Yankton, SD 57078
Frequently asked questions
When is Yankton Riverboat Days & Summer Arts Festival 2026?
Yankton Riverboat Days & Summer Arts Festival takes place Aug 21–23, 2026 in Yankton, South Dakota. Annual, third weekend in August
Where is Yankton Riverboat Days & Summer Arts Festival held?
Yankton Riverboat Days & Summer Arts Festival is held in Yankton, South Dakota, at Riverside Park, Yankton, SD 57078.
What is Yankton Riverboat Days & Summer Arts Festival?
One of South Dakota's longest-running community festivals along the Missouri River in Yankton.
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