Bold flavours, award-winning ribs, and electrifying entertainment. Taking your BBQ experience to the next level!
stay tuned for 2027
Ontario Festival Group is excited to bring back the Ribfest X Battle of the Bands for 2027! Following an incredible 2026 season, we’re ready to turn up the volume and give even more young musicians the opportunity to showcase their talent across Ontario!
This exciting youth music competition invites bands ages 10–19, high school bands, and local music programs to take the stage at Ribfest X festivals across Ontario. Perform with professional sound and stage production, entertain live audiences, gain valuable performance experience, and connect with fellow musicians along the way!
Only 6 bands selected per show — early registration is encouraged.
THE VIP EXPERIENCE
Get ready for an unforgettable K-POP experience with the K-POP Idols bringing their high-energy live show to Ribfest X stops across Ontario this summer! Featuring live singing, incredible choreography, fan interaction, and larger-than-life characters, this is a show K-POP fans won’t want to miss. Want to get even closer to the action? Upgrade with the K-POP Idols VIP Experience!
ABOUT RIBFEST X
Ribfest X, produced by Ontario Festival Group, is a proven, large-scale BBQ festival series with over 13 years of successful event delivery across Ontario. Showcasing top rib teams from across North America, live entertainment, and family-friendly programming, Ribfest X attracts strong attendance and repeat visitors year after year.
