Each year, Canada’s largest Ribfest features award-winning Ribbers from all over North America who show off their succulent skills and compete for titles such as “Best Sauce” and “Best Ribs”. The event takes place over Labour Day weekend and provides visitors with jam-packed, family-friendly fun, including musical entertainment, an artisan fair, activities for the kids and, of course, messy, mouth-watering ribs!
In addition ribbs, there will be chicken, hot dogs, sausages, corn, baked potatoes, French fries, fried onions, donuts, funnel cakes, elephant ears, popcorn, ice cream, candies and more…
This event is a charitable fundraising initiative run by Rotary Burlington Lakeshore and has raised almost $5 million for local and international organizations over the past 25 years.
Fun for the whole family in the Latch Developments Kid Zone!
Dozens of games for kids to enjoy
Activities for young and old
Face Painting, Midway Rides and more
VIP Tent, Spencer Smith Park
Canada’s Largest Ribfest 30th Anniversary VIP Presented by Hunter Amenities offers an enhanced upscale space for you to enjoy Burlington’s premier end of summer BBQ. Offering various seating options, dedicated beverage area and upgrade washroom facilities. A great space to relax and enjoy great music and delicious ribs and other food options found throughout the park!
Who is it for?
all-ages
HOW MUCH
Festival admission is $4.00 adults (19-64 yrs), $2.00 (13-18 yrs, 65+ yrs), 12 and under are free.
They accept cash, debit, and credit.
VIP lounge (Age restriction: 19+)
Sept 4 – 6 (11:30am-4:30pm): $43 (All-in)
Sept 4 – 6 (5pm-11pm): $58 (All-in)
Sept 7 (11:30am-7pm): $43 (All-in)
How to get tickets?
Buy Online
WHEN & WHERE
Date & Time:
September 4-7, 2026
Friday to Sunday 11:00 am to 11:00 pm
Monday 11:00 am to 7:00 pm
Entertainment Schedule
Venue: Spencer Smith Park, 1400 Lakeshore Rd, Burlington
Parking
Public transport accessible – Take Burlington Transit