Ribfest joins the 2025 Super Fair!
March 4, 2025
Great American Ribfest
August 6 – 9, 2025 (Wed – Sat)
Lancaster County Super Fair, Lincoln NE
Great Barbecue, Great Music, Great Family Fun – The Great American Ribfest Joins the Super Fair!
LINCOLN, NE – Get ready, Lincoln! The Great American Ribfest is firing up at the Lancaster County Super Fair, on August 6-9, 2025. This 4-day outdoor barbecue festival is FREE to attend and promises mouthwatering BBQ from across the country and right here in Nebraska. Guests can enjoy live music, cold beer, cooking demonstrations, and vendors offering sauces, rubs, and more.
“People have been asking for a barbecue festival to return to Lincoln for years, so we are thrilled to host the Great American Ribfest alongside the Super Fair,” said Ron Bohaty, Managing Director. “We can’t wait to welcome everyone for great barbecue, great beer, and great family fun!”
What to Expect at Ribfest 2025
- FREE Entry with a $15 parking pass, which also includes access to the Super Fair.
- BBQ masters from Chicago, Michigan, Texas, and Nebraska serving up ribs, brisket, pulled pork, chicken, and classic sides.
- Live cooking demonstrations to help you master your barbecue at home.
- Dozens of vendors showcasing sauces, rubs, and BBQ must-haves.
Exclusive VIP Packages (Available Online Only!)
- People’s Choice Rib Sampler – Skip the lines with a FastPass and sample 10 ribs from 5 top BBQ vendors!
- VIP Bulls & BBQ Package – Includes reserved seats to the Friday or Saturday Extreme Bull Riding Tour, Super Fair access, and a 3-bone rib dinner with beans, slaw, and bread, available for exclusive pickup at the Grandstand. For more information & to purchase tickets, visit:
Live Music Lineup:
Friday, August 8: Clay Clear Band (7 PM – 11 PM)
Saturday, August 9: No Drinking on Grounds (7 PM – 11 PM)
Don’t forget to explore all the free attractions at the Super Fair, from livestock shows to thrilling carnival rides. Mark your calendar and bring your appetite – Ribfest is going to be smokin’! For more information and to buy tickets: https://sandhillsglobaleventcenter.org/event/26812/?CalDate=1754463600000
The official Hotel of Ribfest: Tru, by Hilton
Buy Choice Rib Platter Tickets
Festival Manager: Jeremy Garrett, 802.244.8994, [email protected]
Super Fair Coordinator: Sara Juengel, 402.802.5558, [email protected]
