Latest Ribfest News

White Sox training academy will be at Ribfest on July 5th from 12 - 3pm by the U.S. Cellular stage. Come out and work on your skills plus meet Carlos May as he will be signing autographs. More..

Parking is limited near Ribfest
Please remember to use our remote lots for parking as parking near the grounds is limited.  Motorcycle parking will be available on Porter Ave. 

Security considerations
For the safety of all our guest, you could be refused admittance or will have to discard these items if brought to the park.  More..

Titanic: Treasures of the Deep
Present by COUNTRY financial is a mobile tour featuring more than 50 artifacts recovered from Titanic and the personal stories as told through those priceless treasures.  The exhibition offers a tremendous learning experience, incorporating modern-day science and history to teach audiences about Titanic's fabled past and recent recovery efforts  More..

NBA JAM VAN
NBA Jam Van presented by Doublemint is the place for basketball fans of all ages!  You can hit free throws, sink three pointers, show off your best slam dunks and compete in dribbling, passing and shooting contest on 7',8',9' and 10' rims.  Come off the court and there is a ton of basketball fun and excitement  More..





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Family Fun For Everyone!

The family area at Ribfest features entertainment and activities for the whole family! Activities include a carnival, inflatables, a circus aerial show on July 2,3,4 and 5. The Balster Magic Show, Eurobungee, climbing walls, and much more for 2009! Click here for the FAMILY AREA schedule.

Come See What We’ve Got Cooking

The Best BBQ You Will Ever Taste!
With our delicious BBQ ribs, pulled pork, BBQ chicken and tasty sauces, it’s no wonder that Details magazine listed Ribfest as one of its four “Ultimate Festivals” for BBQ in their May 2008 issue. Learn more...

Great American BBQ
Want to learn how the professional BBQ chefs achieve such wonderfully tasty BBQ? Want recipes and way to improve your own backyard BBQ skills? Ribfest can help. Check out these events. Learn more...

More Than Just Ribs!
Have a taste for something other than BBQ? No problem, Ribfest offers a wide varity of food, desserts and festival fare. Learn more...

Miller Lite and Pepsi Tents
Along with great food on a summer day, you might want a cold beverage while at Ribfest. Miller Lite and Pepsi are strong partners with Ribfest and our fight against child abuse. Learn more...

Ribfest Has Fun For Every Age!

Ribfest has major music acts, up and coming hot bands, community talent, children's shows, a circus acts, special events, a carnival, and an awesome fireworks display on the 4th of July. There is truly something for everyone to enjoy at our festival. Learn more...