Downtown Toronto RIBFEST
Sankofa Square
1 Dundas St E
Toronto, Ontario
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Downtown Toronto RIBFEST EXPERIENCE
Hot Dang! The Downtown Toronto Ribfest is back for 2026.
Get ready for…
MOUTH WATERIN’, FINGER LICKIN’, BELLY RUBBIN’ GOOD BBQ!
Savour the best BBQ ribs at the Downtown Toronto 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.
Please note, this event is food only and will not include live music or a beer tent.
Join us for a delicious journey through the world of BBQ, filled with finger-lickin’ fun!
IN SUPPORT OF
RIBFEST HOURS
FRIDAY: 12pm – 11pm
SATURDAY: 12pm – 11pm
SUNDAY: 12pm – 9pm
ADMISSION
FREE Admission
PARKING & TRANSIT
Limited – Paid Underground Parking
See map for nearby paid lots
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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.
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!
COME VISIT YOUR RIBFEST FRIENDS!
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