Ribs, Rhythm, and Brews Fest
Sat, Aug 22 , 2026 • 4:00pm - 10:00pm
Somonauk and Elm Street, Sycamore, IL 60178
Experience the mouth-watering flavors of award-winning rib vendors from across the region, sip on a variety of craft beers, and enjoy an electrifying lineup of musical entertainment!
Bigger and better than ever! More ribs, beer and music! The Fest will be held on Saturday, August 22 from 4 pm to 10 pm in downtown Sycamore on the corner of Somonauk and Elm Street. There will be award-winning rib vendors from across the region, craft beer, and crowd-pleasing musical entertainment!
Guests can raise their glasses and sip craft beer! Stay tuned as this years’ craft beer line-up is announced. Delicious ribs and side dishes will be served up by multiple vendors who will compete for the title of RR&B Fest Champion!
The River Ratz Band will be back and headlining this year, with InFunktious and of course DJ Kris from Behind the Beats as openers!
Don’t miss out on this epic celebration of ribs, beer, music, and fun!
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