June 5-7, 2026

Ribfest Chicago takes place every summer in the Northcenter neighborhood! Celebrating 26 years of BBQ, Ribfest Chicago continues to be Chicago’s most anticipated food festival.

 

3 days
20+ food vendors
Live music all weekend

Come enjoy the sweet smells of BBQ filling the streets of Lincoln, Damen and Irving Park Rd.

Location:

Lincoln Ave. between Irving Park Rd. and Berteau Ave.

Hours:

Friday, June 5th, 5:00 - 10:00pm
Saturday, June 6th, 12:00 - 10:00pm
Sunday, June 7th, 12:00 - 10:00pm

Admission:

We request a $10 suggested donation at the gate.

Proceeds from the gate donations are invested right back into the Northcenter community and help support local schools and nonprofit organizations, economic development and greening efforts. To date, the fest has provided nearly $400,000 in direct funding to these worthy causes.

Street festivals are non profit fundraisers, not city funded events. Learn More

Want to get the most out of your Ribfest Chicago visit? VIP Passes Coming Soon!