SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO.com) - RibFest organizers have announced this year's special events and entertainment for the annual cook-off at the W.H. Lyon Fairgrounds.
This year's RibFest runs from June 1st - 3rd, hours are 11AM to 11PM daily, with the coveted People's Choice award winner announced Saturday at 5:30. Kidzfest hours will be Sunday from 11AM to 4PM, featuring the return of children's entertainer Phil Baker.
Musical entertainment includes RibFest favorites Kory and the Fireflies and the Jonny Holm Babnd on Thursday. Fuel and Dishwalla will take the stage on Friday and country superstar Kip Moore on Saturday.
Organizers have named Curly's ribs, produced by Smithfield Foods, as the official rib of the event. All vendors will serve Curly's ribs exclusively. Smithfield Foods operates John Morrell's in Sioux Falls and Curly's in Sioux City.
Daily admission is free until 4pm. Thursday's evening tickets will cost $5, the price goes to $15 for Friday and Saturday.