Brantford Ribfest Awards & Recognition

Celebrating Excellence, Community and the Spirit of Brantford

Brantford Ribfest is proud to be recognized for its contributions to our community, its commitment to bringing people together, and the unforgettable festival experience it delivers year after year.

Organized by the Kinsmen Club of Brantford, Brantford Ribfest brings together award-winning barbecue, live entertainment, family activities, local partnerships and community spirit for one of Brantford’s most anticipated summer events.

Our awards represent more than trophies and certificates. They reflect the dedication of our volunteers, the support of our sponsors and community partners, the talent of our ribbers and entertainers, and the thousands of visitors who continue to make Brantford Ribfest a success.

2026 Tourism Champion Award

A Proud Moment for Brantford Ribfest

Brantford Ribfest is honoured to have received the 2026 Tourism Champion Award, recognizing the festival committee’s contribution to Brantford’s tourism experience and community profile.

This recognition is a testament to the hard work of our volunteers, the generosity of our sponsors, the participation of our vendors and entertainers, and the support of the community that welcomes Brantford Ribfest each year.

We are proud to represent Brantford and to help create an event that brings people together through great food, live entertainment and community spirit.

This achievement belongs to everyone who helps make Brantford Ribfest possible. Thank you for being part of our story.

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Our Awards and Recognition

Over the years, Brantford Ribfest has been honoured through community voting, reader recognition and festival awards. Each recognition is a reminder of the importance of community support and the commitment to continually improving our event.

Our awards include Readers’ Choice recognition, CommunityVotes Brantford honours, festival competition awards and the 2026 Brantastic! Small Business Awards Tourism Champion recognition.

We are grateful to everyone who has voted for us, supported us, attended the festival and helped spread the word.

A Community Achievement

Brantford Ribfest is more than a festival. It is a community effort led by volunteers who believe in giving back.

Through the Kinsmen Club of Brantford’s commitment to serving the community’s greatest need, the festival helps support local community initiatives while providing a welcoming event for residents and visitors alike.

Every award we receive inspires us to keep building on that commitment.

Thank You, Brantford!

To our volunteers, sponsors, community partners, ribbers, vendors, entertainers and visitors: thank you for helping Brantford Ribfest continue to grow.

Your support makes these achievements possible, and we look forward to welcoming everyone back for another great celebration of food, music and community.

Brantford Ribfest — Great Food. Great Music. Great Community Spirit.