Barrie Ribfest X 2026 | BBQ, Live Music, & Family Fun!

Name: Barrie Ribfest X 2026 | BBQ, Live Music, & Family Fun!
Start: 2026-07-03T12:00:00-04:00
End: 2026-07-05T20:00:00-04:00
Location: Heritage Park

Featured Rib Teams

Featured Entertainment

Entertainment Schedule

Featured Food Vendors

Featured Activities

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The Barrie Ribfest X 2026 is presented by Gelateria Italiana and will take place on Friday, July 3 to Sunday, July 5, 2026 held at Heritage Park (Barrie’s waterfront) in Barrie. We are bringing North America’s Best Rib Teams. These “Pitmasters” are ready to serve you and your friends Award-Winning, Mouth-Watering BBQ Smoked Ribs, Tender Pulled Pork, Juicy Smoked Brisket, BBQ Chicken, Smoked Sausage and those huge Beef “Dino” Ribs. Produced by Ontario Festival Group.

There will be a variety of festival foods like bloomin’ onion, roasted corn, beavertails, poutine, and of course to wash it all down nice cold beer! Watch Live Music all weekend long featuring Tributes and a variety of local bands. Follow us on Instagram, TikTok, & Like us on Facebook for daily updates!

LAST ENTRY – 30 minutes before closing

DATES & TIMES:
– FRI JULY 3, 2026 | 12:00PM – 11:00PM
– SAT JULY 4, 2026 | 12:00PM – 11:00PM
– SUN JULY 5, 2026 | 12:00PM – 8:00PM
PET FRIENDLY | FREE CONCERT WITH ADMISSION
$5 ADMISSION, CHILDREN 10 & UNDER FREE

Ontario Festival Group & Ribfest X are committed to eliminating all single-use plastics at our events, including water bottles, cups, containers, and utensils. We encourage guests to bring their own reusable water bottles, which can be refilled at our onsite water stations for FREE. All reusable water bottles must be emptied before entering event grounds.

Barrie Ribfest X 2026 Rib Teams

Camp 31 BBQ

Big Texas BBQ

Sticky Fingers BBQ

Uncle Sam’s BBQ

Crabby’s BBQ Shack

Featured Food Vendors

Alabama Lemonade

Billy Bob’s Bloomin Onions

Ontario Corn Roasters

Mobile ICEE Canada

Mister Treats

Chocolate N Strawberries

Pappy’s Olde Fashion Soda Pop

Beavertails

GTA Kettlecorn

Pineapple Queen

Featured Entertainment

DJ Sogrates

K-POP Idols

Jammer’s Waffle House

Hip Check (Hip Tribute)

Hell N Back (ACDC Tribute)

Battle of the Bands

Unlocked

One Ugly Cowboy

Whiskey Glasses (Morgan Wallen Tribute)

Cuts Like A Knife (Bryan Adams Tribute)

Exodus (Bob Marley Tribute)

Karaoke Stars

SCHEDULED EVENTS

Friday

4:00pm - DJ Sogrates

- K-POP Idols

5:00pm - Jammer’s Waffle House

7:00pm - Hip Check (Hip Tribute)

9:00pm - Hell N Back (ACDC Tribute)

Saturday

12:00pm - DJ Sogrates

1:00pm - Battle of the Bands

3:00pm - Gelato Eating Contest

5:00pm - Unlocked

6:00pm - Welcoming Ceremonies

7:00pm - One Ugly Cowboy

9:00pm - Whiskey Glasses (Morgan Wallen Tribute)

Sunday

12:00pm - DJ Sogrates

1:00pm - Karaoke Stars

4:00pm - Cuts Like A Knife (Bryan Adams Tribute)

5:00pm - Best Ribs Awards & Closing Ceremonies

6:00pm - Exodus (Bob Marley Tribute)

Featured Activities

Marketplace

Welcoming Ceremonies

Best Ribs Awards & Closing Ceremonies

Carnival Games

Photos

Featured Beneficiaries

Royal Victoria Hospital Foundation

Featured Sponsors

FAQs

Is there a price for admission?

Yes. Ribfest does not use municipal funds and have to pay for the venues, including park space. The cost to organize a Ribfest is substantial and in the end we donate back to the community.

Are kids free?

Yes, kids 10 and under are free to attend.

Can I purchase food and beverages with credit/debit cards?

Yes. The majority of our vendors accept debit and credit cards including the rib teams, however, a few vendors may only accept cash. ATMs are on-site.

Are there ATMs available on-site?

Yes, there will be ATMs available for attendees who need cash for purchases from vendors or activities.

Are there Beef Ribs, Halal or Gluten Free options?

Absolutely! With today’s changing demands, we have a wide variety of meats that are gluten-free and halal. Most trucks have gluten-free BBQ sauce.

Can I bring outside food or drinks?

Outside food and drinks — including water, pop, coffee, fruit drinks, and other beverages — are not permitted, as Ribfest relies on food and beverage sales to help support the event and give back to the community. Exceptions may be made for special dietary needs or infant food/formula. Please speak with event staff upon arrival if this applies to you.

Ontario Festival Group & Ribfest X are committed to eliminating all single-use plastics at our events, including water bottles, cups, containers, and utensils. We encourage guests to bring their own reusable water bottles, which can be refilled at our onsite water stations. All reusable water bottles must be emptied before entering event grounds.

Where can I enjoy an alcoholic beverage?

Ribfest features an inclusive space where guests can freely enjoy their meals with an alcoholic beverage; just not in the kids zone. Remember to bring your ID if you are under 30 years old.

What other food vendors will be at the festival?

Other than the rib teams we have The Bloomin’ Onion, Poutine Truck, Ontario Roasted Corn, Funnels Cakes, Tiny Tom Donuts, Coffee Express and other festival foods. However, this may differ from event to event.

Does Ribfest allow pets?

Yes! Ribfest is a pet-friendly event, however, we ask you to please have your pets on a leash and pick up after them.

Is there smoking or vaping allowed at Ribfest?

No. Smoking and vaping are not permitted at Ribfest. Guests who would like to smoke or vape are asked to leave the event space to an allowable area outside the event area to smoke or vape. A stamp will be given for re-entry. This is an Ontario wide policy.