04/11/2025
Come check us out and participate in the cannonball run!
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Captain Ron Launches First-Ever Lake of the Ozarks Cannonball Run: A Weeklong Celebration by air, land and sea, with $50,000 in Cash Prizes and Community Giveback
SUNRISE BEACH, MO â Ron Duggan is set to make waves with the launch of yet another exciting new signature eventâthe 2025 Cannonball Runâhappening August 16â23. This high-energy, community-focused event offers participants the chance to win up to $50,000 in cash, enjoy an action-packed lineup of activities, and support local businesses and charities in the process.
Whether youâre staying the week or just passing through, every dollar you spend at Lake-area businesses could help you cash in bigâwhile also giving back to the local community.
How It Works: Shop Local, Win Big
Participants register for the Cannonball Run for $250, which includes one poker hand and entry into either or both grand prize drawings.
Between August 16 and August 23, participants may bring in receipts from any Lake of the Ozarks business (gas, food, retail, hotel, towing, etc.). For every $500 spent, an additional poker hand is awardedâup to 20 total hands per participant. Receipts must include the participantâs name; if using a company card, the registration must match the business name. Receipts are collected at the time of each drawing.
⢠Double Value: Purchases from official sponsor businesses count double toward poker hands.
⢠Drawings: Poker hands will be drawn and winners announced on Friday, August 22 and Saturday, August 23. Each winner will receive $25,000 â winner-take-all.
⢠Bonus Raffle: All registered participants will receive a raffle ticket at check-in, with additional prizes furnished by event sponsors.
âIf youâre already here spending money on food, gas, and funâwhy not win big while doing it?â said Ron Duggan, event creator and owner of Captain Ronâs Bar & Grill. âThe Cannon Ball Run is about celebrating the Lake lifestyle, boosting our economy, and giving back in a meaningful way.â
More Than Just a Game â Itâs a Party with a Purpose
From live music to scavenger hunts, car shows to speedway thrills, the Cannonball Run is packed with fun for all ages. All proceeds after prize distribution will be donated to Lake-area charities, ensuring the event has a lasting impact on the community.
Cannonball Run Event Schedule:
**Parking all event long @ Scallywags RV Park**
Wednesday, August 20
⢠8:00 AMâ5:00 PM: Vendor Village set-up @ Captain Ronâs
⢠Noonâ4:00 PM: Registration @ Captain Ronâs
Thursday, August 21
⢠8:00 AMâNoon: Vendor Village & Car Show set-up
⢠9:00 AMâ1:00 PM: Speedway Skill Challenge @ Ozarks International Speedway
⢠Noonâ5:00 PM: Vendor Village & Car Show open
⢠Noonâ4:00 PM: Registration @ Captain Ronâs
⢠2:00 PMâ4:00 PM: Meet & Greet @ Captain Ronâs with free appetizers for vendors, spectators & registrants!
⢠6:00 PMâ10:00 PM: Live Entertainment @ Captain Ronâs
Friday, August 22
⢠9:00 AMâ5:00 PM: Vendor Village, Car Show & Registration
⢠9:00 AMâ11:00 AM: Breakfast @ Captain Ronâs
⢠9:00 AMâ4:00 PM: Captain Ronâs Scavenger Hunt
⢠Noonâ4:00 PM - Registration @ Captain Ronâs
⢠1:00 PMâ5:00 PM: Live Entertainment
⢠4:00 PMâ6:00 PM: Receipt Collection & Poker Drawing @ Captain Ronâs
⢠7:00 PM: $25,000 Winner Announced @ Captain Ronâs
⢠7:00 PMâ11:00 PM: Live Entertainment
⢠9:00 PM (Dark): Fireworks @ Captain Ronâs
Saturday, August 23
⢠9:00 AMâ5:00 PM: Vendor Village, Car Show & Registration
⢠9:00 AMâ11:00 AM: Breakfast @ Captain Ronâs
⢠10:00 AMâNoon: Shawnee Bend Sand & Gravel Sandcastle Contest (Cash Prizes)
⢠1:00 PMâ5:00 PM: Live Entertainment
⢠4:00 PMâ6:00 PM: Receipt Collection & Poker Drawing
⢠7:00 PM: $25,000 Winner Announced @ Captain Ronâs
⢠8:00 PM: Presentation of Both Grand Prizes ($50,000)
Sunday, August 24
⢠9:00 AMâ1:00 PM: Vendor Village @ Captain Ronâs
⢠1:00 PMâ4:00 PM: We are excited to announce this event!!! Stay tuned.
Registration
Online registration opens soon! In-person registration opens Wednesday, August 20th at Captain Ronâs. Stay Tuned for Website Link & follow along on social media for registration links, sponsor lists, rules, and event updates.