Jahn Rib Fest 2026
Where: Dave & Diane's
When: 4th of July
Tentative Schedule:
2pm open doors
4pm judgement begins/dinner
5pm winners announced
Dusk fireworks
Sign-up for the Competition
Each entry brings 1 rack of ribs seasoned, cooked, and secret sauced to be judged by the crew. You receive an award and traveling trophy for the Popular Vote winner!
Popular Vote
Everyone gets one token to vote for
the best ribs of the night
Stan's Choice
OG Host selects his personal favorite
Kids Choice
Kids get to pick which rack of ribs are the best for the kiddos.
Get This Year's T-Shirt
Grab your shirt to wear to Rib Fest! If you would like one to wear to the event, make sure to order it soon so it has time for printing and shipping. It can take a couple weeks.
Adult, Youth, and Toddler Sizes. Multiple colors.
Not doing the competition?
Sign up to bring a side! or dessert! or appetizer! or whatever!
FAQs
How is the voting process going to work?
Each person at the event will receive a token to vote. During the voting period you'll put your token in the bucket next to your choice to vote. Kids receive an additional Kids Choice token as well as Stan receiving the Stan's Choice token.
At the end of the voting period. The tokens will be counted and announced of the winner.
Do you have to participate in the competition?
No you do not have to participate, but the more ribs entered the more food to eat and more fun to be had!
How do I order my t-shirt?
The t-shirts are printed as ordered and can take up to two weeks to receive. Click on the Shop now link and select your product, color and size. Input payment and shipping information and you should be all set! If you have any questions please reach out to Angie and she can help.
What are the prizes?
Popular Vote: Traveling Trophy and tbd
Stan's Choice: tbd
Kids Choice: tbd
How do I sign up to bring a side?
Sign up via the form here. If you change your mind, you can always update your entry or email us at jahnribfest@gmail.com