Innisfil 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 8th Annual Innisfil Ribfest X 2026 is presented by Gelateria Italiana and will take place on Father’s Day Weekend, Friday June 19 to Sunday, June 21 2026 held at the Tanger Outlets Cookstown; convenient for area residents and visitors from all over! 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, poutine, and of course to wash it all down nice cold beer! There will be 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

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.

🪣 Dunk Tank Fundraiser – Innisfil Ribfest X 2026

Splash for Stevenson! at the Dunk Tank Fundraiser during Innisfil Ribfest X 2026. Take your best shot at dunking local community members while supporting the Stevenson Memorial Hospital Foundation.
– Date: Saturday, June 20, 2026
– Location: Tanger Outlets Cookstown, Cookstown, Innisfil
– Dunk Tank Hours: 12:00 PM – 5:00 PM

Make the moment count with a limited-edition fundraiser t-shirt:
– Price: $30 each (purchase on-site or email/DM us)
– Premium white cotton shirt
– Full-colour “Splash for Stevenson” design
– Unisex sizes: S, M, L, XL, 2XL, 3XL

Proudly supported by Mike Guerra of the Guerra Team, this fundraiser is a fun, interactive way to enjoy Ribfest while making a meaningful impact in the community.

Innisfil Ribfest X 2026 Rib Teams

Camp 31 BBQ

Big Texas BBQ

Uncle Sam’s 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

Tiny Tom Donuts

Mobile ICEE Canada

Beavertails

Heavenly Pop’t

Pineapple Queen

Featured Entertainment

DJ Sogrates

Battle of the Bands

Jammer’s Waffle House

The Almost Hip

Hell N Back ACDC Tribute

Ramblin’ Soul

Exodus Bob Marley Tribute

Feedback

K-POP Hunters Trio

Cuts like a Knife (Bryan Adams Tribute)

Karaoke Stars

SCHEDULED EVENTS

Friday

12:00pm - DJ Sogrates

4:00pm - Jammer’s Waffle House

6:00pm - The Almost Hip

8:00pm - Hell N Back ACDC Tribute

Saturday

12:00pm - DJ Sogrates

1:00pm - Battle of the Bands

3:00pm - Gelato Eating Contest

4:00pm - Ramblin’ Soul

5:00pm - Welcoming Ceremonies

6:00pm - Exodus Bob Marley Tribute

8:00pm - Feedback

Sunday

12:00pm - DJ Sogrates

1:00pm - Karaoke Stars

3:00pm - K-POP Hunters Trio

4:00pm - Best Ribs Awards & Closing Ceremonies

5:00pm - Cuts like a Knife (Bryan Adams Tribute)

Featured Activities

Gelato Eating Contest

Face Painting

Kids Zone

Marketplace

Welcoming Ceremonies

Best Ribs Awards & Closing Ceremonies

Photos

Featured Beneficiaries

Stevenson Memorial 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.