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Prepare for the 2023 Jazz & Rib Fest this weekend

The Jazz & Rib Fest will be Friday, July 21-Sunday, July 23 along the Scioto Mile downtown riverfront. Find live music and fresh barbecue at the free festival.

This year will be the 42nd annual Jazz & Rib Fest. | Photo by @thesciotomile

This year will be the 42nd annual Jazz & Rib Fest. | Photo by @thesciotomile

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The Jazz & Rib Fest kicks off this weekend and we’re here to serve up the sizzlin’ details on the free festival.

When and where

The festival takes place downtown along the Scioto Mile riverfront + you can reserve parking in advance. Catch the action at these times:

  • Friday, July 21: 11 a.m.–11 p.m.
  • Saturday, July 22: 11 a.m.–11 p.m.
  • Sunday, July 23: 11 a.m.–8:30 p.m.

The music

Consider this festival a jazz music heaven. Enjoy 40+ jazz artists across three stages throughout the weekend. Performers include Chris Botti, a Grammy Award-winning trumpeter, and Stephanie Mills, a Grammy Award-winning Broadway star.

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This is the spot to be for barbecue lovers. | Photo via reader Ellie B.

Food and drinks

Bring on the barbecue. Get ready to eat from 15+ vendors, including By The Slab, Texas Outlaw BBQ, and Good & Tasty.

Not a fan of barbecue? No problem. Other festival food options will be available throughout the weekend, including Bella Asian Food, Shrimp Lips, and Sofi’s Mini Donuts.

Soft drinks, wine, craft cocktails, and beer from Jackie O’s Brewery will also be available.

Bonus: Download the Jazz & Rib Fest mobile app to find the schedule of performers and map of different food and drink vendors.

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