(Gates open 11:30am to 11:30pm all 3 days.)
Friday - Free Until 4:00pm / $15 After
Sat. & Sun. Free Until 1:00pm / $15 After
Children 12 and under - FREE All Weekend Long
Upgrade your experience with VIP & Reserved Tickets
View our VIP & Reserved Seating packages for the ULTIMATE Festival Weekend!
All VIP & Reserved Seating is managed securely through Eventbrite.
Tickets sell out fast, so secure your spot at the main stage early!
Three days of incredible live
performances, Detroit's finest BBQ, and an
unforgettable atmosphere by the river.
FRIDAY, AUG 7
Honor for Martha Reeves
The Miracles starring Mark Scott
The Temptation Revue starring Phase 5
TBA
SATURDAY, AUG 8
SUNDAY, AUG 9
Showcase your culinary skills to thousands of festival attendees. We're primarily looking for exceptional barbecue, soul food, and festival favorites. Spots are limited and highly competitive.
Premium Placement at Hart Plaza
Power hookups available upon request
3-Day Weekend Passes included
Sell your unique clothing, crafts, art, or merchandise. Connect directly with the Detroit community in our dedicated retail village at the heart of the festival.
10x10 and 10x20 Booth Spaces
High foot-traffic locations
Overnight security provided
At the Ribs and R&B Music Festival, revelers are treated to an amazing summertime celebration of barbecue and great music at Hart Plaza, on the beautiful riverfront of Downtown Detroit.
The festival features an outstanding lineup of local barbecue experts and grilling gurus serving up tasty ribs, brisket and chicken, as well as show after show featuring a variety of talented R&B and soul singers.
In past years, the festival has received such artists as Sheila E., Dru Hill ft. Sisquo, Chanté Moore, Loose Ends, CeCe Peniston, Chrisette Michele, Keith Washington, Al B. Sure!, Steven Russell Harts, The Mary Jane Girls, Dion Price, The Enchantments and many others.
August 7,8,9, 2026
Friday - Free Until 4:00pm / $20 After 4:00pm
Sat. & Sun. Free Until 1:00pm / $20 After 1:00pm
Children 12 and under - FREE
1 Hart Plaza
Detroit, MI.
48226, USA
Emma R
Michael B.
TOYOTA
DTE Energy
Ascension
PEPSI
MIX 92.3
Clark Hill
(Gates open 11:30am to 11:30pm all 3 days.)
Friday - Free Until 4:00pm / $15 After / $20 After 7:00pm
Sat. & Sun. Free Until 1:00pm / $15 After / $20 After 7:00pm
Children 12 and under - FREE All Weekend Long
Join thousands of music lovers at Hart Plaza for a weekend of music,
barbecue, and unforgettable performances.
HART PLAZA, DETROIT
RIVERFRONT
AUGUST 8–10, 2026
© 2026 RIBS & R&B MUSIC FESTIVAL.
PRODUCED BY WASHINGTON ENTERTAINMENT.
