Don't miss the 15th annual Brantford Kinsmen Ribfest

The Brantford Kinsmen Ribfest returns this year from August 8 to 10, 2025. Enjoy great food, live music, and family fun at Mohawk Park, located at  51 Lynnwood Drive.

For three days, Brantford will come alive with the smell of barbeque along with vendors, children’s entertainment, a beer tent, and live entertainment on the main stage. North America’s greatest rib teams will also be competing for top awards including Best Ribs, Best Chicken, Best Sauce, Best Pig Rig and People's Choice.

This year’s schedule is:

• Friday, August 8 from 4 p.m. to 11 p.m.
• Saturday, August 9 from 11 a.m. to 11 p.m.
• Sunday, August 10 from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m.

New this year is Smash ‘N Axes, challenge your friends, co-workers, family members, or others to compete.

Admission to the event is free but attendees are encouraged to donate at the gate. Brantford Kinsmen Ribfest is made possible by the strong support from our community, spectacular volunteers, and generous local business sponsors. Proceeds from the festival are donated through the Kinsmen Club of Brantford "Serving the Communities Greatest Need".

This event will take place rain or shine. To learn more about the Brantford Kinsmen Ribfest, visit brantfordribfest.com.