Naperville's RibFest Celebrates 30th Anniversary: June 30 - July 3

NAPERVILLE, IL - Ribfest returns to Naperville for its 30th anniversary from Friday, June 30 to Monday, July 3 at Knoch Park with gates opening at noon to 10 p.m. each day.

Here is the musical lineup for the main stage:

Friday, June 30: Toby Keith, Colt Ford, Drew Baldridge

Saturday, July 1: The B-52s and A Flock of Seagulls

Sunday, July 2: Shinedown

Monday, July 3: Better Than Ezra and The Wallflowers

Tickets are available here.

Food at Ribfest:

• BBQ ribs, pulled pork, BBQ chicken and tasty sauces - The 12 rib vendors pride themselves on their individual recipes. No two are the same. In fact, each year the rib vendors compete for Best Ribs, Best Sauce and Kid's Choice.
• Ribfest offers a wide variety of food alternatives, desserts and festival fare

Miller Lite Tents:

• Miller Lite is strong partners with Ribfest and our fight against child abuse.

Family Fun:

• Ribfest always has a family fun area with carnival rides for the whole family, a petting zoo, inflatables, and special events including magic shows and more.
• Family fun general admission is available at all gate entrances. Kids 11 and under always have free admission when accompanied by a paid Adult.

Volunteers are needed:

• to serve beverages, assist in the identification tents, help in the children’s play area, distribute information at the entrance gates, serve as parking attendants, assist in the cleanup of the grounds, and support the merchandising tent.
• If interested in volunteering, please click here.

The event benefits the Exchange Club, which seeks to strengthen families and reduce child and domestic abuse. The Exchange club states that Ribfest has raised over $15.5 million to eliminate child abuse and domestic violence.

For all updates, visit: Ribfest 2017

Photos via Exchange Club of Naperville