Schedule
SATURDAY 28 – 11 AM TO 10 PM
SUNDAY 29 – 11 AM TO 11 PM
MONDAY 30 – 11 AM TO 10 PM
TUESDAY 1 – 11 AM TO 10 PM
Location
Centennial Park – 256 Centennial Park Rd, Etobicoke, ON M9C 5N3
Toronto Ribfest
TTC From Toronto:
- Take the subway to Royal York Station
- Take the 48 Rathburn bus to Renforth
- Exit the bus at Elmcrest and Rathburn
- Walk north up to the park
Driving From Toronto:
- Take Gardiner Expressway West
- Exit to 427 North
- Exit Rathburn Rd West
- Turn right at Elmcrest Road and continue to parking
Parking Information
ACCESSIBLE PARKING (for those with identification)
3 areas very close to South and East entrances to Centennial Park Ribfest Festival
MAIN PARKING (for easy entrance and exit)
North on Centennial Park Road off Rathburn
ADDITIONAL PARKING
Provided off Renforth just South of Hollycrest School
DROP OFF ZONE FOR VOLUNTEERS ONLY
North on Centennial Park Road – follow signs
UBER/LYFT/TAXI DROP OFF AND PICK UP ZONE
North on Centennial Park Road – follow signs
Policies
Pets:
- With the exception of Service Dogs, and the SuperDogs (with formal IDs), pets are not allowed on the Toronto Ribfest grounds during the event days. Please, DO NOT leave pets in the car. It is not healthy for them and they will be reported.
Alcohol:
- You may not bring alcohol to the Toronto Ribfest. It can be purchased in the licensed area in the event. Drink responsibly, as this is a family event.
Masks:
- Toronto Ribfest will not request masks. Feel free to use a mask if you understand you should use it.
Prohibited Items
- Liquids of any kind, Frisbees, sports balls, coolers, fireworks, glass bottles or cans, weapons of any kind and sharp objects, illegal substances, ropes or slack lines, bicycles, skateboards, scooters, hoverboards, in-line skates, pets (animal service excepted, others that endanger the safety of others as determined by security staff.,
Code of Conduct
- At Toronto Ribfest, we’re committed to a safe, respectful, and inclusive event experience for everyone. Please keep your behavior lawful and considerate — any of the following may result in ejection:
• Foul, threatening, abusive or discriminatory language/gestures
• Harassment (including unwanted physical or sexual advances)
• Fighting, violence or throwing objects
• Offensive clothing, signs or banners
• Intoxication or illegal substance use
• Possession of outside alcohol, weapons, illegal drugs, or other prohibited items
• Smoking (including e-cigarettes and cannabis)
• Unauthorized access to restricted or VIP areas
• Any conduct deemed unsafe or disruptive by security or management
What to expect when you arrive:
- All guests should arrive with the expectation of having their bags/belongings searched. You should avoid bringing items to the event which are not permitted on the grounds (see the list below). Guests who decline to be voluntarily searched will not be permitted entry to the Toronto Ribfest:
Items Not Permitted on the Event Grounds
- Alcoholic beverages (other than those sold in licensed areas onsite. Drink responsibly, as it is a family event),
- Illegal drugs,
- Weapons of any kind,
- In-line skates, bicycles, skateboards, motorized self-balancing hover boards/scooters
- Pets (service animals excepted), see above
- Possession of any other object that endangers the safety of others (as determined by event’s staff in their reasonable discretion).
Services
Medical Services:
- An Ambulance will be working daily throughout the Toronto Ribfest to assist with immediate First Aid, if needed.
TORONTO POLICE SERVICES:
- Toronto Police Services will be attending Toronto Ribfest.
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Is there an event admission fee?
Toronto Ribfest, in support of the Rotary Club of Etobicoke, is asking for a $5 donation in support of our community. You can donate at the gate. To learn more about how donations support our community visit the causes section.
Are dogs allowed inside the festival?
Due to the nature of our event, we do not allow dogs at the festival unless they are registered service animals.
