Admission

We’re proud to keep admission prices low, so that families can come out and enjoy all the great music and fun that Berea’s National Rib Cook-Off & Beer Fest has to offer. In keeping with that philosophy, Kids 12 and Under get in FREE all weekend long. Parking is also FREE! And on Friday, admission is FREE before 5PM, and just $10 after 5PM. The entrance fee for adults on Saturday, Sunday and Monday is ONLY $10. With all musical entertainment being open to the public at no additional charge, you just can’t find a better value for your entertainment dollar anywhere. Additionally, in celebration of National Military Appreciation Month, all retired and active military personnel presenting a military ID will be admitted FREE ON MONDAY (Memorial Day)!

EVENT DETAILS
WHEN May 22-25, 2026
WHERE Cuyahoga County Fairgrounds (visit this page for driving directions)
HOURS

FRIDAY: NOON-11pm
SATURDAY: 11am-11pm
SUNDAY: 11am-11pm
MONDAY: 11am-7pm

RAIN OR SHINE!
KIDS 12 & UNDER GET IN FREE!
PARKING IS FREE!

ADMISSION PRICES FRIDAY: FREE BEFORE 5PM; $10 AFTER 5PM
SATURDAY: $10
SUNDAY: $10
MONDAY: $10

 


 


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2026 left no doubt that Berea’s National Rib Cook-Off & Beer Fest continues to reign as the “Official Kick-Off To Summer Event” in Northeast Ohio. Berea City Club is grateful to all who packed their umbrellas and turned out despite the near constant threat of rain. Your loyalty and steadfast attendance despite less that ideal conditions speaks volumes about the character of those who call our community home. It is therefore with sincere gratitude that we’d like to thank each and every one of you for your continued support of our signature event, now in its 27th year. Your patronage helps sustain the work Berea City Club engages in year-round for the betterment of the community, and we appreciate you for it. ... See MoreSee Less
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The 2026 winners are in 🏆 congratulations to all the ribbers! We are open until 7pm 🎉 Best Ribs: 1st place Porky Chicks, 2nd place PigFoot & 3rd place Mojo's Famous BBQ. Best Sauce is PigFootPeople's Choice goes to: MoJo's Famous BBQ and Pick-of-the-Pig went to Porky Chicks. ... See MoreSee Less
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