Come join us in 2023 for 5 days of unbelievably delicious, mouthwatering barbecue and high quality entertainment located on the beautiful Walworth County Fairgrounds. This event features world renowned professional BBQ champions, back yard grillers, great entertainment, flat track racing, an artisan village and so much more. Not only will you experience some of the best BBQ in the world, but there will be other fun enriching experiences. After you have had your fill of food, kick back and enjoy some live music and a cold beer or two. And don't forget about the carnival rides!

Ribfest Bike Show

Want to be a part of the run?                          

Ribfest BIke Show is a highly anticipated event during Elkhorn Ribfest, taking place on Thursday, July 13th.  This free-to-enter, open bike show is perfect for motorcycle enthusiasts who love to show off their rides. Participants can ride in and park in the festival grounds until full, with judging taking place between 3:00 PM and 6:00 PM. The event offers cash prizes for winners, adding an exciting, competitive element to the festivities. While at the Bike Show, visitors can enjoy the festival's excellent bbq! Good food, good music, and good times. No entry-free and FREE ADMISSION.

Bike Show: Categories are as follows: Best Bagger, Best Bobber, Best Chopper, Best Cruiser, Best Freestyle, Best Vintage. Bikes dismissed before dark. All winners are chosen by the people attending the festival There will also be a Grand Champion that will be crowned! Category winners receive $200 and a great trophy. Grand Champion $350 and an even better trophy. Sign up as you arrive and our staff and volunteers will guide you from there. See you at Ribfest Bike Show.

Flat Track Racing

Flat Track racing at Elkhorn Ribfest Thursday, July 13 starting at 5:30 PM! Flat track racing is always exciting to watch, and combining it with good food, good music, it's guaranteed to be a good time!

For those interested in racing, it's great to know that the event is AMA sanctioned and that there are multiple classes available to compete in.

Racers can reach out to Danny at (262) 689-2842 for more information.

Free parking, free admission at Elkhorn Ribfest, Flat Track Racing and Elkhorn Ribfest Bike Show!

Community Division on Sunday

Cooking starts at 9:00 a.m., Judging from 3:00 to 4:30 p.m. and Awards at 5:45 p.m. on Main Stage.

Music Lineup

Wednesday, July 12, 2023

Jimmy Nick & Don't Tell Mamma
Buster Daizy
Cesare Salad & The Spicy Croutons
7th heaven

Thursday, July 13, 2023

Bella Cain
Rico
The Milbillies
Gebel Girls
Tiny Country
Judson Brown Band

Friday, July 14, 2023

Snake Oil: 90's Rock Circus
Hillbilly Rockstarz
Leathers & Lace
The Gravity of Youth
Indigo Canyon
Miles Over Mountains

Saturday, July 15, 2023

The Hype
The Cheap Shots
Ivy Ford
Cameron Webb
Secret Menu
The Thompson Duo

Sunday, July 16, 2023

The Prince Experience
The Boy Band Review
Kashmir
Lara Bell Band

Date: Wednesday, July 12, 2023 - Sunday, July 16, 2023

Hours:

Wednesday: 3:00pm  - 11:00pm
Thursday - Saturday: 11:00am  - 11:00pm   
Sunday: 11:00am  - 9:00pm   

Location: Walworth County Fairgrounds - 411 East Court Street, Elkhorn, WI 53121.

Admission: Free

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