The Jazz & Rib Fest is back Fri., July 22-Sun., July 24 — and you can expect live local jazz performances + the best barbecue vendors in town at the free festival.
BBQ Week 🍽️
Ahead of the festival will be BBQ Week in Columbus from Mon., July 18-Sun., July 24. Pecan Penny’s BBQ, Hoggy’s BBQ, and other local barbecue spots will be offering exclusive meals ranging from $10-$40.
Festival details 🏙️
- Where — Along the Scioto Mile at Bicentennial Park, 233 S. Civic Center Dr.
- When — Fri., July 22 + Sat., July 23 from 11 a.m.-11 p.m. and Sun., July 24 from 11 a.m.-8:30 p.m.
- Parking — View the downtown parking map for the festival, which breaks down options depending on which direction you are traveling from.
The music 🎶
Local artists will split three stages for the weekend — Bicentennial Park Stage, West Bank Park Stage, and Main Street Stage.
- On Friday you can enjoy bands like New Basics Brass Band and The Labra Brothers.
- Saturday, catch local groups like Honey and Blue + Harmonic Soul.
- To finish off the festival, Sunday will feature local artists like Olivia Van Goor + Rachel Azbell.
The barbecue 🍗
If you’re coming for the festival food, you won’t be disappointed.
- With vendors like Carolina Catering with turkey legs, chicken wings, and fried catfish — there’s enough barbecue to go around.
- If barbecue isn’t your thing, there’s something for you as well. Try a hand-crafted pie from Junior’s Sweet Potato Pie or a soft pretzel from Philly Pretzel Factory.
Pro tip: There will also be six festival beverage stands, including alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks.
Don’t forget to download the Jazz & Rib Fest Mobile App for performance schedules, activities, and maps of the festival and food vendors.
