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

Q: Can I bring outside food or drinks?

Outside food and drinks are not allowed, as Ribfest relies on food and beverage sales to support the event and give back to the community. However, exceptions may be made for special dietary needs or infant food/formula. Please check with event staff for more information.

Featured Rib Teams

Featured Entertainment

Entertainment Schedule

Featured Food Vendors

Featured Activities

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The 5th Annual Toronto Etobicoke Ribfest X 2026, presented by Gelateria Italiana, takes place Friday, September 25 to Sunday, September 27, 2026, at Colonel Samuel Smith Park in Etobicoke, Toronto.

Conveniently located in Toronto’s west end, the festival welcomes visitors from Etobicoke, across Toronto, the GTA, and beyond. Produced by Ontario Festival Group.

Featuring North America’s Best Rib Teams ready to serve you, your friends and family Award-Winning Mouth-Watering BBQ Smoked Ribs, Tender Pulled Pork, Juicy Smoked Brisket, BBQ Chicken, Smoked Sausage and those huge Beef “Dino” Ribs.

There will be a variety of festival foods like bloomin’ onion, roasted corn, poutine, and of course to wash it all down nice cold beer. Plenty of activities including a kids zone, Face painting, Marketplace, Artisans and more! 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 SEPT 25, 2026 | 4:00PM – 10:00PM
– SAT SEPT 26, 2026 | 12:00PM – 10:00PM
– SUN SEPT 27, 2026 | 12:00PM – 8:00PM

🎟️ FREE ADMISSION WITH $5 CHARITABLE DONATION SUGGESTED
🐕 PET-FRIENDLY | ATM ON SITE

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.

Toronto Etobicoke Ribfest X 2026 Rib Teams

Billy Bones BBQ

Big Texas BBQ

Camp 31 BBQ

Sticky Fingers BBQ

Jack the Ribber BBQ

Featured Food Vendors

Gelateria Italiana

Alabama Lemonade

Billy Bob’s Bloomin Onions

Ontario Corn Roasters

Pappy’s Olde Fashion Soda Pop

Mister Treats

Mobile ICEE Canada

Pineapple Queen

GTA Kettlecorn

Featured Entertainment

Battle of the Bands

Jammer’s Waffle House

Groove Stone

Pearl Jamming

Tom Barlow

Unlocked

Hell N Back (ACDC Tribute)

Little Peter & The Elegants

K-POP Idols

Dramazoid

Exodus (Bob Marley Tribute)

Ida-Maria

SCHEDULED EVENTS

Friday

4:00pm - Jammer’s Waffle House

6:00pm - Groove Stone

8:00pm - Pearl Jamming

Saturday

1:00pm - Battle of the Bands

3:00pm - Gelato Eating Contest

4:00pm - Unlocked

5:00pm - Welcoming Ceremonies

6:00pm - Tom Barlow

8:00pm - Hell N Back (ACDC Tribute)

Sunday

12:00pm - Ida-Maria

1:00pm - Little Peter & The Elegants

3:00pm - K-POP Idols

4:00pm - Dramazoid

5:00pm - Best Ribs Awards & Closing Ceremonies

6:00pm - Exodus (Bob Marley Tribute)

Featured Activities

Gelato Eating Contest

Welcoming Ceremonies

Best Ribs Awards & Closing Ceremonies

Kids Zone

Carnival Games

Marketplace

Face Painting

Photos

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.