Guelph Ribfest 2025

Guelph Ribfest, presented by the Rotary Club of Guelph – Trillium, returns to Riverside Park for its 27th anniversary August 22nd – August 24th, 2025!

Ribfest is a fundraiser first and foremost. Admission is FREE, but donations at the gate are appreciated. To date, the Rotary Club of Guelph – Trillium has raised well over $1.2 million for charity!

Welcoming approximately 40,000 guests over the weekend, here are some things you won’t want to miss:

  • The Gregg Mitchell Memorial Classic Car Show 9am – 3:30pm on the Saturday and Sunday
  • Live music all weekend, including The Kramden’s, The Practically Hip, and more
  • There is an awesome midway once again all weekend
  • There’s also plenty of activities for the kids, including facepainting, and a Special Storytelling Performance 10am – 11am on the Saturday
  • Fenced and secured valet bike parking to encourage alternate means of transport
  • Shuttle bus from Guelph Central Station downtown to Marilyn Drive on the Saturday

CLICK HERE for more details!

No pets – service dogs only.