Heritage Park
5 Simcoe StreetThe 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, poutines, and of course to wash it all down nice cold beer. There will be plenty of activities including a Kids Zone, 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!
FREE CONCERT WITH ADMISSION | PET FRIENDLY
🎟️ $5 ADMISSION, CHILDREN 10 & UNDER FREE
ADMISSION TICKET PURCHASES
Admission Ticket purchases can be done online or in person at our front entrance.
Heritage Park
5 Simcoe Street
Ribfest X, produced by Ontario Festival Group, is a premier, large-scale BBQ festival series with over 13 years of proven success delivering high-impact events across Ontario. Known for its quality and strong community appeal, Ribfest X has become a staple summer attraction, drawing enthusiastic crowds and loyal returning attendees year after year.
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