VIDEO: Prescott Ribfest Returns, Starting on Friday & Runs Until Sunday in support of BGC South East

Prescott – Prescott Ribfest returns beginning this Friday May 29 and running until Sunday, May 31, on the Fort Wellington grounds, bringing residents and visitors together for one of the region’s signature kickoff-to-summer celebrations.

The smell of award-winning barbecue, live entertainment, family fun, and community spirit will once again fill the waterfront of the Fort Town.

Proceeds from the event support the local Boys and Girls Club (BGC South East), helping fund prevention-based programs and critical supports for children and youth in Leeds & Grenville.

Funds raised through Ribfest directly support programs designed for youth ages 8-16, an important stage of development where access to safe spaces, mentorship, recreation, social connection, leadership opportunities, and skill-building can have a lasting impact.

“As the need for accessible youth programming continues to grow, community events like Prescott Ribfest play an increasingly important role in ensuring young people have the support and opportunities they need to thrive,” says Bev Heuving, Director of Programs & Evaluation at BGC South East. “When people come out to enjoy Prescott Ribfest, they’re not only experiencing a fantastic weekend of family fun; they can feel good in helping strengthen supports for local youth.”

This year’s ribbers are Ribs Royal BBQ and Dinosaur Smokehouse, along with food trucks and festival favourites.

There will also be a family-focused Kid Zone featuring inflatables, face painting, and a petting zoo, a 3M STEM & Robotics Area offering hands-on learning experiences for children and youth, a Vendor Village showcasing local artisans and small businesses, a beverage garden and more.

Prescott Ribfest opens at 11:00 am on Friday morning with opening remarks starting at 5:30 pm, as well as trivia from 5:30 pm to 7:00 pm and live music from 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm featuring Sun Dried Flies.

On Saturday, there is the Kids Bubble Blast Dance Party from noon until 2:00 pm and the Magical Moments with Rob Power, also from noon until 2:00 pm. As well, Happy Little Farmstead Petting Zoon will be set up between noon until 4:00 pm.

From 3:00 pm to 5:00 pm is the Ribfest Idol Auditions.

Live music will include, IssaBel from 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm and Duo Loco from 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm.

Sunday will see a Touch a Truck event from 11:00 am to 2:00 pm.

Live music on Sunday will feature Gabrielle Salmon from noon until 3:00 pm and Spencer Scharf from 3:30 to 5:30 pm.

Prescott Ribfest also reflects the strong partnership and collaboration between BGC South East and the Town of Prescott, bringing together organizations, businesses, volunteers, and families to create an event that celebrates community while investing in the future of local youth.

For more information please visit the Prescott Ribfest Facebook page here.