Kamloops Ribfest

The final weekend of the Ribfest 50/50 is here.

Ticket sales remain open through Monday, August 31, with proceeds supporting KidSport Kamloops.

One winning ticket will receive 50% of the final jackpot.

Tickets are available at rafflebox.ca/raffle/ribfest.

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Four days remain in the 2026 Ribfest 50/50.

The draw continues to support KidSport Kamloops, with one winning ticket receiving 50% of the final jackpot.

Ticket sales close Monday, August 31.

Purchase online at rafflebox.ca/raffle/ribfest.

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We love our ribbers, and we’re always grateful for the teams that travel to Kamloops, fire up the smokers and spend the weekend showing us what seriously good BBQ looks like.

This year, Grizzly BBQ had quite the showing, taking home Best Ribs, Best Sauce and 1st in People’s Choice, with Grill Billy Willy’s taking 2nd in People’s Choice.

But there’s a little more to the Grizzly story in Kamloops.

While their owner and trailer call Vancouver Island home, much of the Grizzly team is from right here in Kamloops, including their front-of-house manager. They told us Kamloops Ribfest often feels like a home show for them- and considering they also took 1st place for ribs here in 2025, we’d say the hometown connection is working pretty well.

Congratulations to Grizzly BBQ and Grill Billy Willy’s- and a big thank you to every one of our ribbers for making the trip to Kamloops and bringing the good stuff with you.

Ribfest weekend may be behind us, but the Ribfest 50/50 is still open.

Proceeds from this year’s draw support KidSport Kamloops and their work helping remove financial barriers so more local kids can participate in organized sport.

One winning ticket will receive 50% of the final jackpot.

Tickets are available through August 31 at rafflebox.ca/raffle/ribfest.

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A special thank you goes out to Castle Fuels, Mcelhanney, Blue Grotto/ The Night shift, and the Cat Rental store.

Thank you for making sure Ribfest 2026 was the best it could be.

What a weekend.

Thank you to all of our ribbers, vendors, attendees, volunteers and sponsors. You are all what makes an another incredible Ribfest weekend possible.

Can’t wait to do it all again next year.

Today’s your last chance to experience Kamloops Ribfest!

If you’ve been planning to come “later,” this is later.

Join us at Riverside Park for award-winning BBQ, live entertainment, the Family Fun Zone, local vendors, cold drinks, and everything that makes Ribfest one of Kamloops’ favourite summer traditions.

Whether it’s your first visit this weekend or one last trip back for your favourite ribber, we’d love to see you.

Before you head down:

• Pack a lawn chair or blanket for the entertainment area.

• Parking is limited, so consider using the free BC transit service.

📍 Riverside Park

🕚 Open today from 11:00 AM – 9:00 PM

See you at Ribfest!

The wait is over—Kamloops Ribfest is officially here!

The smokers are fired up, the live entertainment is ready, and Riverside Park is about to be filled with incredible food, great music, family fun, and one of Kamloops’ favourite summer traditions.

Before you head down:

- Pack a lawn chair or blanket if you’re planning to enjoy the entertainment.
- Come hungry! Our award-winning ribbers are ready for you.
- Planning to enjoy the beer gardens? Don’t forget your government-issued ID and a save ride home.
- Parking is limited, so consider taking the free shuttle.

📍 Riverside Park

🕚 Open today from 11:00 AM – 9:30 PM

We’ll see you soon!

Planning your Ribfest weekend?

Here’s everything happening from August 7–9 at Riverside Park - from live entertainment to Dragon Boat races, the Family Fun Zone, and the People’s Choice Rib Judging.

Save this post so you’ve got the schedule handy all weekend.

We’ll see you at Ribfest!