SMOKE ON THE WATER 2026
About this Event
SMOKE ON THE WATER IS BACK
Back for its fourth year, Smoke on the Water is taking over the Lake of the Ozarks at Lazy Gators.
We are back with live DJs, professional wrestling, games, giveaways, food, drinks, poolside action, brand activations, the Barge, VIP Boat trips and plenty happening on and off the water.
Catch a wrestling match between DJ sets. Check out the brands. Grab a drink. Post up by the pool. Get on the boat. Head out to the Barge.
Then figure out what you missed.
Summer chaos in all the best ways.
Saturday, September 26 at Lazy Gators on the Lake of the Ozarks.
21+ only.
WHAT TO EXPECT
- Live DJs throughout the afternoon and evening
- Professional wrestling between DJ sets
- Brands and activations
- Games and competitions
- Giveaways
- Poolside action
- Food and drinks from Lazy Gators
- Barge visits
- VIP Boat Tours
- Waterfront experiences
- VIP hospitality
- A whole lot of lake
THE BARGE
The Barge takes SOTW off the shoreline and onto the lake.
It is one of the signature experiences of the event, with brand activations, music, lake views and guests moving between the Barge and Lazy Gators throughout the day.
Every ticket gets you there.
GA: 1 Barge trip
Premium: 2 Barge trips
VIP: Unlimited Barge trips
VIP BOAT TOURS
The VIP Boat runs throughout the event and gives Premium and VIP guests another way to get out on the lake.
Premium tickets include one VIP Boat trip.
VIP tickets include unlimited VIP Boat access, subject to capacity and availability.
Check the dock during the event for current departure times.
TICKETS
GENERAL ADMISSION | $25
Entry begins at 2:00 PM.
GA includes:
- Admission
- Live DJs and entertainment
- Professional wrestling
- Games and competitions
- Brand activations
- Pool and waterfront areas
- Food and drinks available for purchase
- 1 Barge trip
Twenty-five bucks gets you into the whole thing and out onto the water.
PREMIUM | $50
Premium includes everything in GA, plus:
- 2 Barge trips
- 1 VIP Boat trip
More Barge. More boat. More time on the water.
Premium entry begins at 2:00 PM.
VIP | $150
VIP gets in at noon, two hours before GA and Premium.
VIP includes:
- Early entry at 12:00 PM
- Everything included with GA
- Unlimited Barge trips
- Unlimited VIP Boat access
- Access to the exclusive VIP area next to the pool
- Sponsor Swag Bag
Built for the heads who want to *go hard and chill harder.*
VIP 4-PACK + BONUS RESERVED SEATING | $600
Only 4 available. First come, first served.
Four VIP tickets. Your own reserved seating section. No extra charge for the section.
Each bundle includes:
- 4 VIP tickets
- Early entry at noon
- Unlimited Barge trips
- Unlimited VIP Boat access
- Exclusive poolside VIP area access
- Bonus reserved seating section for your group
You are buying four VIP tickets together and getting the reserved section as a bonus.
Only four packages are available.
21+ ONLY
SOTW is *21+ from start to finish.*
Valid government-issued photo ID is required for entry.
Your ticket covers admission only.
Food and Drink is extra.
Follow posted event rules and staff direction.
⚠️ DISCLAIMER
By registering for this event, you confirm that you are 21+ and agree to the following: You assume full responsibility for your personal decisions and actions during the event. You agree to arrange safe transportation and not operate a motor vehicle if impaired. By attending, you consent to being photographed or recorded for promotional use by event organizers and sponsors. You further agree to release, indemnify, and hold harmless the venue, promoter, sponsors, and affiliated parties from any and all claims, damages, or liability arising from or related to your participation in this event.
WHERE TO STAY
is offering Smoke on the Water guests rooms for $99/night.
Reservations must be made by phone. Call 573-348-1781 and mention “Smoke on the Water” to receive the event rate. Schmidt’s Creek Hotel is located at 5760 Osage Beach Pkwy., Osage Beach, MO 65065.
$99 rooms are subject to availability, so book early.
Where is it happening?
Event Location & Nearby Stays:
USD 13.73 to USD 704.50
