Ribfest – one of Thunder Bay’s BEST summer events for the whole family! All weekend long enjoy saucy creations from some of North America’s very best professional ribbers, as well as our talented local food vendors and artisans, and live music!
We’re so excited for Ribfest 2022! We can’t wait to be back in person for the full festival we all know and love. Come join us at the Canadian Lakehead Exhibition this summer and enjoy some delicious ribs in support of Our Kids Count.
ENTERTAINMENT SCHEDULE
FRIDAY
11 AM – 2PM: DJ
4 – 6PM: Private Eyes
7 – 9PM: Headrush
SATURDAY
11 AM – 2PM: DJ
4 – 6PM: Cole Myronuk
7 – 9PM: EDLA
SUNDAY
5 – 8PM: Scott VanTeeffelen

FAIR INFORMATION
Aug 9-13, 2017 – Noon to Midnight daily.
Parking $6
Designated smoking area available
2017 Gate Admission & Ride Wristband Prices
Advance tickets on sale at all Metro stores in Thunder Bay from July 6th to August 8th, 2017. Prices include HST unless otherwise stated.
Ride wristband – Regular $34 / Advanced $20+hst
Ride Noon – 6pm OR 6pm – Midnight
Adult Gate (ages 13+) – Regular $10 / Advanced $6+hst
Child Gate (ages 5-12) – Regular $6 / Advanced $4+hst
Children 4 years and under free gate admission
Advanced Ticket Locations
All Metro stores in Thunder Bay
Canadian Tire in Marathon
Canadian Tire in Nipigon
Celestial Gold in Atikokan
The Wellington Inn in Sioux Lookout
Northern Computers in Terrace Bay
Features
Midway Rides & Concessions
Main Stage Entertainment
Cooking Demos
Kid’s World
Petting Zoo
Baby Boom Contest
Creative Arts Contest

FAIR INFORMATION
Aug 9-13, 2017 – Noon to Midnight daily.
Parking $6
Designated smoking area available
2017 Gate Admission & Ride Wristband Prices
Advance tickets on sale at all Metro stores in Thunder Bay from July 6th to August 8th, 2017. Prices include HST unless otherwise stated.
Ride wristband – Regular $34 / Advanced $20+hst
Ride Noon – 6pm OR 6pm – Midnight
Adult Gate (ages 13+) – Regular $10 / Advanced $6+hst
Child Gate (ages 5-12) – Regular $6 / Advanced $4+hst
Children 4 years and under free gate admission
Advanced Ticket Locations
All Metro stores in Thunder Bay
Canadian Tire in Marathon
Canadian Tire in Nipigon
Celestial Gold in Atikokan
The Wellington Inn in Sioux Lookout
Northern Computers in Terrace Bay
Features
Midway Rides & Concessions
Main Stage Entertainment
Cooking Demos
Kid’s World
Petting Zoo
Baby Boom Contest
Creative Arts Contest

FAIR INFORMATION
Aug 9-13, 2017 – Noon to Midnight daily.
Parking $6
Designated smoking area available
2017 Gate Admission & Ride Wristband Prices
Advance tickets on sale at all Metro stores in Thunder Bay from July 6th to August 8th, 2017. Prices include HST unless otherwise stated.
Ride wristband – Regular $34 / Advanced $20+hst
Ride Noon – 6pm OR 6pm – Midnight
Adult Gate (ages 13+) – Regular $10 / Advanced $6+hst
Child Gate (ages 5-12) – Regular $6 / Advanced $4+hst
Children 4 years and under free gate admission
Advanced Ticket Locations
All Metro stores in Thunder Bay
Canadian Tire in Marathon
Canadian Tire in Nipigon
Celestial Gold in Atikokan
The Wellington Inn in Sioux Lookout
Northern Computers in Terrace Bay
Features
Midway Rides & Concessions
Main Stage Entertainment
Cooking Demos
Kid’s World
Petting Zoo
Baby Boom Contest
Creative Arts Contest

FAIR INFORMATION
Aug 9-13, 2017 – Noon to Midnight daily.
Parking $6
Designated smoking area available
2017 Gate Admission & Ride Wristband Prices
Advance tickets on sale at all Metro stores in Thunder Bay from July 6th to August 8th, 2017. Prices include HST unless otherwise stated.
Ride wristband – Regular $34 / Advanced $20+hst
Ride Noon – 6pm OR 6pm – Midnight
Adult Gate (ages 13+) – Regular $10 / Advanced $6+hst
Child Gate (ages 5-12) – Regular $6 / Advanced $4+hst
Children 4 years and under free gate admission
Advanced Ticket Locations
All Metro stores in Thunder Bay
Canadian Tire in Marathon
Canadian Tire in Nipigon
Celestial Gold in Atikokan
The Wellington Inn in Sioux Lookout
Northern Computers in Terrace Bay
Features
Midway Rides & Concessions
Main Stage Entertainment
Cooking Demos
Kid’s World
Petting Zoo
Baby Boom Contest
Creative Arts Contest

FAIR INFORMATION
Aug 9-13, 2017 – Noon to Midnight daily.
Parking $6
Designated smoking area available
2017 Gate Admission & Ride Wristband Prices
Advance tickets on sale at all Metro stores in Thunder Bay from July 6th to August 8th, 2017. Prices include HST unless otherwise stated.
Ride wristband – Regular $34 / Advanced $20+hst
Ride Noon – 6pm OR 6pm – Midnight
Adult Gate (ages 13+) – Regular $10 / Advanced $6+hst
Child Gate (ages 5-12) – Regular $6 / Advanced $4+hst
Children 4 years and under free gate admission
Advanced Ticket Locations
All Metro stores in Thunder Bay
Canadian Tire in Marathon
Canadian Tire in Nipigon
Celestial Gold in Atikokan
The Wellington Inn in Sioux Lookout
Northern Computers in Terrace Bay
Features
Midway Rides & Concessions
Main Stage Entertainment
Cooking Demos
Kid’s World
Petting Zoo
Baby Boom Contest
Creative Arts Contest

TIMESFriday, June 17 - 4 pm & 7:30pmSaturday, June 18 - 12 pm, 4pm, 7:30pmSunday, June 19 - 1pm & 5pmThe all new Royal Canadian Circus “Under the Big Top” SPECTAC! 2016 is coming to Canadian Lakehead Exhibition Parking Lot from June 17 till June 19, 2016.SPECTAC!™ 2016 will showcase an internationally renowned cast including the famed flying Anthony Pages Flying Trapeze, the Wheel of Destiny with Joseph Bauer, the Chinese Pole Acrobats, the Kambarow Cossack Riders from Mongolia , the Russian Swing and Romanian Aerialists plus the Zerbini Elephants, Liberty Horses, Clowns and much more.“It’s been a family tradition for four generations of Canadians and it’s a traditional experience forall to enjoy”, says Ringmaster Joseph Bauer. “Everyone loves the circus and this year kids andtheir parents in Thunder Bay will be fascinated the global cast and the daring acts aerialists, acrobats, clowns and animal performers.” Joseph is one of the finest of Ringmaster on the continent but this 8th generation performer will also thrill audiences on the death defying Wheel of Destiny. He has toured the world entertaining audiences.The Royal Canadian Circus SPECTAC! ™ 2016 is about giving children and adults alike a glimpse into another world; a world where “families are performing for families”, and everyone can enjoy a show together regardless of age. Because of the troupe’s uncompromising quest for excellence, you’ll be amazed by this year’s thrilling Royal Canadian Circus SPECTAC! 2016. This is the 252nd Anniversary of the Zerbini Family Circus. Since the humble start of the Zerbini Family Circus in Paris, France, in 1763 ten generations of Zerbini's have travelled the world sharing their talents with circus audiences on three continents. Visit the Zerbini family run elephant care and retirement facility in Gainesville, Florida http://www.allaboutelephants.comWe will be going to donate free ticket with designated agency providing deserving children and their families an opportunity to come and see the show. Your support is greatly appreciated.Run away to the Circus for one day … it’s simply SPECTAC!www.royalcanadiancircus.ca

TIMESFriday, June 17 - 4 pm & 7:30pmSaturday, June 18 - 12 pm, 4pm, 7:30pmSunday, June 19 - 1pm & 5pmThe all new Royal Canadian Circus “Under the Big Top” SPECTAC! 2016 is coming to Canadian Lakehead Exhibition Parking Lot from June 17 till June 19, 2016.SPECTAC!™ 2016 will showcase an internationally renowned cast including the famed flying Anthony Pages Flying Trapeze, the Wheel of Destiny with Joseph Bauer, the Chinese Pole Acrobats, the Kambarow Cossack Riders from Mongolia , the Russian Swing and Romanian Aerialists plus the Zerbini Elephants, Liberty Horses, Clowns and much more.“It’s been a family tradition for four generations of Canadians and it’s a traditional experience forall to enjoy”, says Ringmaster Joseph Bauer. “Everyone loves the circus and this year kids andtheir parents in Thunder Bay will be fascinated the global cast and the daring acts aerialists, acrobats, clowns and animal performers.” Joseph is one of the finest of Ringmaster on the continent but this 8th generation performer will also thrill audiences on the death defying Wheel of Destiny. He has toured the world entertaining audiences.The Royal Canadian Circus SPECTAC! ™ 2016 is about giving children and adults alike a glimpse into another world; a world where “families are performing for families”, and everyone can enjoy a show together regardless of age. Because of the troupe’s uncompromising quest for excellence, you’ll be amazed by this year’s thrilling Royal Canadian Circus SPECTAC! 2016. This is the 252nd Anniversary of the Zerbini Family Circus. Since the humble start of the Zerbini Family Circus in Paris, France, in 1763 ten generations of Zerbini's have travelled the world sharing their talents with circus audiences on three continents. Visit the Zerbini family run elephant care and retirement facility in Gainesville, Florida http://www.allaboutelephants.comWe will be going to donate free ticket with designated agency providing deserving children and their families an opportunity to come and see the show. Your support is greatly appreciated.Run away to the Circus for one day … it’s simply SPECTAC!www.royalcanadiancircus.ca

TIMESFriday, June 17 - 4 pm & 7:30pmSaturday, June 18 - 12 pm, 4pm, 7:30pmSunday, June 19 - 1pm & 5pmThe all new Royal Canadian Circus “Under the Big Top” SPECTAC! 2016 is coming to Canadian Lakehead Exhibition Parking Lot from June 17 till June 19, 2016.SPECTAC!™ 2016 will showcase an internationally renowned cast including the famed flying Anthony Pages Flying Trapeze, the Wheel of Destiny with Joseph Bauer, the Chinese Pole Acrobats, the Kambarow Cossack Riders from Mongolia , the Russian Swing and Romanian Aerialists plus the Zerbini Elephants, Liberty Horses, Clowns and much more.“It’s been a family tradition for four generations of Canadians and it’s a traditional experience forall to enjoy”, says Ringmaster Joseph Bauer. “Everyone loves the circus and this year kids andtheir parents in Thunder Bay will be fascinated the global cast and the daring acts aerialists, acrobats, clowns and animal performers.” Joseph is one of the finest of Ringmaster on the continent but this 8th generation performer will also thrill audiences on the death defying Wheel of Destiny. He has toured the world entertaining audiences.The Royal Canadian Circus SPECTAC! ™ 2016 is about giving children and adults alike a glimpse into another world; a world where “families are performing for families”, and everyone can enjoy a show together regardless of age. Because of the troupe’s uncompromising quest for excellence, you’ll be amazed by this year’s thrilling Royal Canadian Circus SPECTAC! 2016. This is the 252nd Anniversary of the Zerbini Family Circus. Since the humble start of the Zerbini Family Circus in Paris, France, in 1763 ten generations of Zerbini's have travelled the world sharing their talents with circus audiences on three continents. Visit the Zerbini family run elephant care and retirement facility in Gainesville, Florida http://www.allaboutelephants.comWe will be going to donate free ticket with designated agency providing deserving children and their families an opportunity to come and see the show. Your support is greatly appreciated.Run away to the Circus for one day … it’s simply SPECTAC!www.royalcanadiancircus.ca

TIMESFriday, June 17 - 4 pm & 7:30pmSaturday, June 18 - 12 pm, 4pm, 7:30pmSunday, June 19 - 1pm & 5pmThe all new Royal Canadian Circus “Under the Big Top” SPECTAC! 2016 is coming to Canadian Lakehead Exhibition Parking Lot from June 17 till June 19, 2016.SPECTAC!™ 2016 will showcase an internationally renowned cast including the famed flying Anthony Pages Flying Trapeze, the Wheel of Destiny with Joseph Bauer, the Chinese Pole Acrobats, the Kambarow Cossack Riders from Mongolia , the Russian Swing and Romanian Aerialists plus the Zerbini Elephants, Liberty Horses, Clowns and much more.“It’s been a family tradition for four generations of Canadians and it’s a traditional experience forall to enjoy”, says Ringmaster Joseph Bauer. “Everyone loves the circus and this year kids andtheir parents in Thunder Bay will be fascinated the global cast and the daring acts aerialists, acrobats, clowns and animal performers.” Joseph is one of the finest of Ringmaster on the continent but this 8th generation performer will also thrill audiences on the death defying Wheel of Destiny. He has toured the world entertaining audiences.The Royal Canadian Circus SPECTAC! ™ 2016 is about giving children and adults alike a glimpse into another world; a world where “families are performing for families”, and everyone can enjoy a show together regardless of age. Because of the troupe’s uncompromising quest for excellence, you’ll be amazed by this year’s thrilling Royal Canadian Circus SPECTAC! 2016. This is the 252nd Anniversary of the Zerbini Family Circus. Since the humble start of the Zerbini Family Circus in Paris, France, in 1763 ten generations of Zerbini's have travelled the world sharing their talents with circus audiences on three continents. Visit the Zerbini family run elephant care and retirement facility in Gainesville, Florida http://www.allaboutelephants.comWe will be going to donate free ticket with designated agency providing deserving children and their families an opportunity to come and see the show. Your support is greatly appreciated.Run away to the Circus for one day … it’s simply SPECTAC!www.royalcanadiancircus.ca

TIMESFriday, June 17 - 4 pm & 7:30pmSaturday, June 18 - 12 pm, 4pm, 7:30pmSunday, June 19 - 1pm & 5pmThe all new Royal Canadian Circus “Under the Big Top” SPECTAC! 2016 is coming to Canadian Lakehead Exhibition Parking Lot from June 17 till June 19, 2016.SPECTAC!™ 2016 will showcase an internationally renowned cast including the famed flying Anthony Pages Flying Trapeze, the Wheel of Destiny with Joseph Bauer, the Chinese Pole Acrobats, the Kambarow Cossack Riders from Mongolia , the Russian Swing and Romanian Aerialists plus the Zerbini Elephants, Liberty Horses, Clowns and much more.“It’s been a family tradition for four generations of Canadians and it’s a traditional experience forall to enjoy”, says Ringmaster Joseph Bauer. “Everyone loves the circus and this year kids andtheir parents in Thunder Bay will be fascinated the global cast and the daring acts aerialists, acrobats, clowns and animal performers.” Joseph is one of the finest of Ringmaster on the continent but this 8th generation performer will also thrill audiences on the death defying Wheel of Destiny. He has toured the world entertaining audiences.The Royal Canadian Circus SPECTAC! ™ 2016 is about giving children and adults alike a glimpse into another world; a world where “families are performing for families”, and everyone can enjoy a show together regardless of age. Because of the troupe’s uncompromising quest for excellence, you’ll be amazed by this year’s thrilling Royal Canadian Circus SPECTAC! 2016. This is the 252nd Anniversary of the Zerbini Family Circus. Since the humble start of the Zerbini Family Circus in Paris, France, in 1763 ten generations of Zerbini's have travelled the world sharing their talents with circus audiences on three continents. Visit the Zerbini family run elephant care and retirement facility in Gainesville, Florida http://www.allaboutelephants.comWe will be going to donate free ticket with designated agency providing deserving children and their families an opportunity to come and see the show. Your support is greatly appreciated.Run away to the Circus for one day … it’s simply SPECTAC!www.royalcanadiancircus.ca