June at Oaklawn Racing & Gaming will be highlighted by a concert with rock legends John Kay & Steppenwolf and the 148th running of the Belmont Stakes.
Oaklawn's Finish Line Theater series continues with John Kay & Steppenwolf at 7 p.m. June 17. With such enduring hits as "Born to be Wild," "Magic Carpet Ride," "Rock Me" and "Monster," John Kay & Steppenwolf are sure to wow fans when they hit the stage. The band has stood the test of time and is among rock's most beloved bands with more than 25 million records sold worldwide, a news release said. Their songs remain fixtures on classic rock radio and have been licensed for use in approximately 50 motion pictures and an even greater number of television programs. Tickets go on sale May 31 and are $50 and $60.
There won't be another horse looking to follow in the footsteps of 2015 Arkansas Derby and Triple Crown winner American Pharoah this year, but racing fans will still have several local rooting interests in this year's Belmont Stakes on June 11. Arkansas Derby winner Creator and Southwest Stakes winner Suddenbreakingnews are among the horses looking to take on Preakness Stakes winner Exaggerator in this year's race. Handicappers will have the chance to go head to head in the Oaklawn Handicapping Championship Qualifier June 25. The entry fee is $50 and includes a program and buffet lunch.
Oaklawn has the perfect way to stay cool this summer at the Wild & Wacky Watermelon Wipeout party 5-10 p.m. June 26. Guests will enjoy a $4.99 picnic on Lagniappe Grill's new outdoor patio, $2 drafts and a $5,000 giveaway.
Guests can join the Fun Squad for $25,000 Bashacadabra every Thursday in June from 6-10 p.m. Bring a Friend returns in June with Free Play up for grabs. When current Winners Circle members bring a new member, both will receive a $10 Free Play offer.
The $50,000 Summer of Champions Reel Tournament continues through the month with qualifying tournaments Sundays at 2 p.m. and Mondays at 7 p.m. The top winners each night will receive an invitation to the Summer of Champions Final Tournament on Aug. 7, when two winners will be sent to Las Vegas to compete for a share of $1.3 million in the TournEvent of Champions on Sept. 28.
Lagniappes Grill offers a southern style catfish special every Wednesday from 5-10 p.m., and every Friday from 5-10 p.m. is steak night where guests can enjoy steak or the catch of the day.
Call 623-4411 for more information or a complete list of promotions.
Special dates
• June 11 -- Belmont Stakes simulcast.
• June 17 -- John Kay & Steppenwolf concert.
• June 26 -- Wild & Wacky Watermelon Wipeout.
Schedule of events
• Sundays -- Summer of Champions Reel Tournament, 2 p.m.; Bring a Friend.
• Mondays -- Summer of Champions Reel Tournament, 7 p.m.; Bring a Friend.
• Tuesdays -- Triple Points; Bring a Friend.
• Wednesdays -- Southern Fried Catfish Wednesdays, 5-10 p.m.; Humpday Karaoke, 7-11 p.m.; Bring a Friend.
• Thursdays -- $25,000 Bashacadabra, 6-10 p.m.; Bring a Friend.
• Fridays -- Steak night; live entertainment in Pop's Lounge from 5-8 p.m. and Silks Bar and Grill from 10 p.m. to 2 a.m.; Bring a Friend.
• Saturdays -- Live entertainment in Pop's Lounge from 5-8 p.m. and Silks Bar and Grill from 10 p.m. to 2 a.m.; Bring a Friend.
Live music schedule
• June 3 -- Brian Mullen, 5-8 p.m. in Pop's Lounge; Sensory, 10 p.m. to 2 a.m. in Silks Bar and Grill.
• June 4 -- John Calvin Brewer, 5-8 p.m. in Pop's Lounge.
• June 10 -- Jocko, 5-8 p.m. in Pop's Lounge
• June 11 -- Jocko, 5-8 p.m. in Pop's Lounge; The Big Dam Horns, 10 p.m. to 2 a.m. in Silks Bar and Grill.
• June 17 -- Brent & Tara, 5-8 p.m. in Pop's Lounge.
• June 18 -- Brent & Tara, 5-8 p.m. in Pop's Lounge; Hwy. 124, 10 p.m. to 2 a.m. in Silks Bar and Grill.
• June 24 -- Jeff Hartzell, 5-8 p.m. in Pop's Lounge.
• June 25 -- Jeff Hartzell, 5-8 p.m. in Pop's Lounge; John Calvin Brewer Band, 10 p.m. to 2 a.m. in Silks Bar and Grill.
Entertainment on 05/27/2016