Who doesn’t love a little Saturday afternoon entertainment event with some of the most delicious ribs in the country? Throw in live musical guest Bret Michaels and you have RibFest 2015.
Head out to Vinoy Park this Friday, November 13th, starting at 11 am with a music and food festival by the bay with up-and-coming country singers and a classic rock experience with headliner, Bret Michaels. Joining Brett are two other bands, Southern rockers, Georgia Satellites, known for their 80s smash hit, “Keep Your Hands to Yourself,” as well as band, Blended Brew.
Drink Vendors
Five beer trucks will be located throughout the park to provide plenty of beer and wine to quench your thirst. Are you a craft beer fan? There will also be a CRAFT Sam Adam’s beer garden returning this year and wine is $5 per glass, from Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Chardonnay and even Sangria.
Family Fun Zone
There’s fun to be had for the whole family at the Family Fun Zone, featuring arts and crafts, a spin zone, face painting and more. Children under 12 get in for free, excluding the Giant Inflatables, which is $12 all day and the climbing wall, which is $5 for the first climb and an additional $2 for each climb after that.
Take a break and enjoy treats for the kids at the Kid Café, where all items are $2, including corn dogs, snow cones, cotton candy, lemonade and more.
Rockin’ Pig Saloon
Located in the middle of the park sits the Rockin’ Pig Saloon, where you can take a break from the beer and wine and get your rum, tequila, vodka, etc. drinks served right to you.
Ribbers
These ribs are the star of the festival – and you’ll want to try them all. Featuring award-winning ribs from some of the best rib joints in the country, including Big Boned BBQ, Johnson’s BBQ, Porky ‘N’ Beans and more, there are plenty of kinds to try, and love.
Ribs aren’t the only delicious items you’ll be stuffing your face with. The festival will also feature other mouth-watering, carnival inspired dishes including funnel cakes, pretzels, elephant ears, sweet potato fries, onion rings and more.
Tickets
All entrance tickets range from $16 for Friday and $20 on both Saturday and Sunday nights.
Circle K Tickets
Take advantage of Circle K’s Friday the 13th special, where you can snag your tickets now for just $13 online or at a participating Circle K. See the list of participating locations.
Metro PCS In-Store Discount
Metro PCS’ “Buy One, Get One Half Off” ticket can be redeemed by visiting a local Metro PCS and obtaining a code to then by your ticket online. Ticket sales will end on Thursday.
At the Gate
Tickets can be purchased at the gates the day of the festival for:
- Friday – $20
- Saturday – $25
- Sunday – $25
Grab your tickets now and spend your weekend drinking, dancing and eating the best ribs around.
Featured image via Ribfest’s Facebook Page
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