After a year off, one of our community’s most-loved summer traditions returns! The Bowmanville Rotary Club is excited to welcome everyone to Ribfest 2026, happening June 12–14 at the Rickard Recreation Complex—the very site of our first-ever Ribfest over 15 years ago.

In 2017, Ribfest moved to Clarington Fields, but with construction at the new South Bowmanville Recreation Centre, we’re returning home. Last June, we ran a scaled-down “Street Eats” event in the Rickard parking lot, but this year, we’re going full Ribfest: delicious ribs, music, a midway, a carnival for the kids, and some of Ontario’s top ribbers!

Ribfest isn’t just about great food. It’s our biggest fundraiser, bringing the community together while supporting meaningful local and international projects. From building the Marigold Hospice to scholarships, summer programs for special needs families, and international initiatives like polio eradication and clean water projects, every bite makes a difference.

And yes—we’re going back to our roots! Ribfest 2026 will officially return to its original name: Ribfest.

Mark your calendars and join us!

More info here: https://rotaryribsandbrews.ca/

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