Waterloo RIBFEST
RIM Park
2001 University Ave E
Waterloo, Ontario
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WATERLOO RIBFEST EXPERIENCE
Hot Dang! The Waterloo Rib & Beer Fest is back for 2026.
Get ready for…
MOUTH WATERIN’, FINGER LICKIN’, BELLY RUBBIN’ GOOD BBQ!
Savour the best BBQ ribs at the Waterloo leg of the Northern Heat Rib Series! Indulge in perfectly cooked ribs from from the best BBQ Ribbers around, offering a flavour-packed adventure unlike any other.
Join us for a delicious journey through the world of BBQ, filled with finger-lickin’ fun!
FUN FOR THE
whole family!
whole family!
Charitable donations to support
RIBFEST HOURS
FRIDAY: 4pm – 11pm
SATURDAY: 12pm – 11pm
SUNDAY: 12pm – 7pm
ADMISSION
$3 PER PERSON
Kids under 5 FREE
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Gates close 1 hour prior to closing time.
Please note – Bag check upon entry.
No open beverage containers will be permitted.
Most vendors accept cash, debit, and credit cards. ATMs are located on-site.
Pets Welcome – Must be leashed and cleaned up after. Pet Waivers can be filled out prior to the event and shown at the gate.
Lost and found – For missing/found items, please turn in or inquire with Security at main Entrance/Exit Command Tent.
Missing Person – please advise any Event Staff or Vendor for assistance and go immediately to the Entrance/Exit Command Tent.
Live music ALL WEEKEND LONG
Feel the rhythm as talented musicians take the stage with an exciting mix of rock, country, and mash-up favourites — there’s something for everyone to enjoy.
Festival Music Lineup
FRIDAY
5pm – 8pm | Wicked Truth
9pm – 10:30pm | Just Jovi (Tribute to Bon Jovi)
SATURDAY
1pm – 4pm | Pink Leather Jackets
5pm – 6:30pm | Street Survivors (Tribute to Lynyrd Skynyrd)
7:30pm – 10:30pm | The Tragically Trip (Tribute to Tragically Hip)
SUNDAY
1pm – 2:30pm | Otis Wonder & The Hustle
3:30pm – 6:30pm | Fried Bologna
bATTLE OF THE RIBS
Vote for your Favourite Ribs & Sauce for your chance to
WIN a $100 Gift Card!
Full details at the Event.
BEER MARKET
Wash it all down at our Beer Market, brought to you by Budweiser featuring an ice-cold selection of Labatt products ! Plus, enjoy a variety of Pelee Island wine, and ready-to-drink Mike’s Hard coolers, Canadian Club mixers and Black Fly frozen beverages…you won’t leave thirsty!
Upon arrival, you can purchase drink tickets at our ticket tent near the bar , which opens daily when the event opens. These can be redeemed for beer, wine, and other alcoholic beverages.
Please note that we have specific hours of operation for our alcohol sales. Last call for purchases is one hour prior to closing time, and last call for the Beer Market tent/bar is strictly 30 minutes prior to closing time. We are unable to offer refunds for purchases or redemptions made after these designated times.
In order to purchase or consume alcohol at ribfest, you must be 19 years of age or older with valid photo identification. Please drink responsibly.
COME VISIT YOUR RIBFEST FRIENDS!
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