Comox Valley Ribfest 2023 - Now concluded!
A 3-day Food and Music Festival for people of all ages at Cumberland Village Park.
Proceeds will support Strathcona Sunrise Rotary Club‘s projects, including an accessible bike park in Cumberland.*
*Click to learn about Strathcona Sunrise Rotary’s local and international projects.
Our 2023 winners:
- Best Sauce – Prairie Smoke & Spice
- Best Ribs – Grizzly BBQ
- People Choice – Boss Hoggs
FAQ
Friday’s 50/50 winner = David Somerville #1252
Saturday’s 50/50 winner = Jason Dean #2098 who took home $1525!
Sunday’s 50/50 winner = #1764 Asuwna W., $1215!
– Entry is by donation.
– There is a bicycle lockup station.
– The average cost of ribs for 2 is $35.
– No dogs allowed (except for service animals).
– There will be a 50/50 draw each day.
– Most vendors and ribbers will accept card payments, but please try to bring cash.
– Remember to vote for your favourite ribs before leaving.
NO SMOKING ON SITE!
News
Ribest 2023 Winners!
Judges for Ribfest 2023
This is how it works: 5 Ribbers submit samples of ribs and sauce to our 2023 judges, who then pick their ‘best’. Our judging host Rotarian, Marty Douglas, tallies the results and advises host of the trophy presentation. And finally, trophies are announced in Rib & Sauce categories.
Ribfest Music Shedule
Get ready for great music everyday!
Ribbers
We’ve collected 5 of the best Canadian Ribbers to compete for the title of 2023 Comox Valley People’s Choice. This is BBQ done right!
Boss Hogs
From Ribfests across Canada to the comfort of your home, now you can enjoy our award winning BBQ sauce and Rub anywhere! #smokin
Gator BBQ
Gator BBQ was formed in 1983 by a gentleman from Naples Florida by the name of Don Brown (a.k.a. the King of Ribs). In 2006, Matthew and Louise Smith acquired Gator BBQ and haven’t looked back. It is now a family-run business with children Kurt, Nick, Aaron, and Alexis all contributing to its success. They now tour Ontario and Western Canada doing upwards of 30 ribfests a year and winning many awards!
We look forward to serving you all!
Prairie Smoke & Spice BBQ
Prairie Smoke & Spice has everything you need to indulge in mouth watering southern BBQ. If you’re looking for catering for 5000, A family friendly pickup dinner, or a quick stop at our Regina Food Truck, we’re your one stop BBQ shop! We’re passionate about cooking amazing barbecue. If you’re looking for the best BBQ Canada has to offer, you’re in the right place.
Grizzly BBQ
After nine years of working for other ribbers, Oliver Briggs of Saanich started Grizzly BBQ in 2016. Having garnered the secrets of the trade from his decade of experience, he set up shop on Vancouver Island and Grizzly BBQ was born.
Smoke Dem Bones
Where BBQ dreams come true!
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