Naperville Ribfest
About this event
The Naperville Ribfest is a food festival in Naperville, Illinois, at Knoch Park. The 2026 event takes place Jul 1–4, 2026. One of the Midwest's largest rib festivals and a Details magazine 'Ultimate Festival' for BBQ, drawing huge crowds to Knoch Park over the Fourth of July with championship rib vendors, major concert acts, carnival rides, and fireworks.
Annual, four days over the Fourth of July
Location & directions
Knoch Park, Naperville, IL 60540
Frequently asked questions
When is Naperville Ribfest 2026?
Naperville Ribfest takes place Jul 1–4, 2026 in Naperville, Illinois. Annual, four days over the Fourth of July
Where is Naperville Ribfest held?
Naperville Ribfest is held in Naperville, Illinois, at Knoch Park, Naperville, IL 60540.
What is Naperville Ribfest?
One of the Midwest's largest rib festivals and a Details magazine 'Ultimate Festival' for BBQ, drawing huge crowds to Knoch Park over the Fourth of July with championship rib vendors, major concert acts, carnival rides, and fireworks.
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