The story of Ribstock centers on the idea of bringing people together for a love of BBQ and community. The concept of hosting a local BBQ festival started with a simple conversation between MBA members Jeff and Michelle Helany and current Ribstock Chair, Kenny Englemeyer. Jeff had suggested a BBQ event based his memorable experiences in the south. Kenny loved the idea and decided to take this concept to father and son professional BBQ-ing team, Steve and Jeff Gehring. Having experience with local fundraising, and after seeing Project Wee Care’s Distribution day, Steve and Jeff were so excited by what they saw, they couldn’t help but jump on board. From there, Ribstock was born!!
Ribstock 2016 continues the themes of business, community, and BBQ, which is truly what this event is all about. There have been so many people within the community and Millard Business Association that have contributed to this event and every year it continues to grow. Ribstock has generated thousands of dollars for our designated charities and we look forward to 2016 being another amazing year.
The Millard Business Community Foundation is a 501(c)(3) non-profit corporation born out of the Millard Business Association. The annual Ribstock BBQ Festival was created to benefit the Omaha community and fundraise for the MBCF. The efforts of the MBCF are focused in two main areas: Project Wee Care and The Scholarship Fund.
Every December the efforts of Project Wee Care comes together at their annual Distribution Day. With the assistance of many community members and donations, Project Wee Care is able to provide food, clothing, school supplies, and gifts to help our friends and neighbors. At Distribution Day 2015 alone PWC was able to impact around 241 families, over 1,100 people in total. Ribstock is honored to support the goal of creating a strong community where children have a bed to sleep in, coats to wear in winter, and warm food on the family table.
We truly believe in the importance of education in our community and adhere to the motto: “The young adults we help today are tomorrow’s future.” Over the last 8 years, the Scholarship Fund has distributed approximately $60,000 in scholarships to graduates from the Millard Public High Schools and VJ Skutt Catholic High School. Your attendance and support of Ribstock 2016 will help us continue to foster the educational excellence and leadership of our community.
Sunday Aug 7th Gates open at 12:00pm
ADMISSION TO RIBSTOCK 2016 is FREE!!!
Location: Lot south of 144th and U
Parking: Parking will be available at Super Saver, the former Kmart parking lot and Millard South High School
Come and enjoy the sights and sounds of Ribstock 2016! Omaha’s largest outdoor BBQ! Lots of stuff to see and do for everyone of all ages!
You can sample a variety of the vendors below by purchasing your “Bib & a Rib” Ticket (see below for more details) or purchase menu items from the individual vendors. We are incredibly excited to welcome the following BBQ professionals to Ribstock 2016!
Available for $15 at the event, the “Bib & a Rib” ticket allows you to sample 5 vendors signature ribs. You may choose any 5 BBQ vendors that you wish. Each sample is a sample rib size that will give you the opportunity to select your favorite. Once you have picked your favorite vendor, “Bib & a Rib” ticket holders will get to vote for People’s Choice! Awards will be give out later in the evening. “Bib & a Rib” tickets will be on sale starting at 1:00pm.
Once they are gone, they are gone. But have no fear, BBQ can be purchased from the individual vendors throughout the entire event.
Ticket Includes:
Funds raised by “Bib & a Rib” ticket sales go directly to our fundraising efforts.
Only “Bib & a Rib” ticket holders will be able to vote for People’s Choice. They will vote based on the samplings tasted. Votes will need to be placed in the “Hog Hopper” located in front of the stage, no later than 6:00pm. Votes will be tallied and one vendor will be crowned “Ribstock 2016 People’s Choice Winner”.
Festival goers will be able to purchase pop, water, domestic beer, craft beer, and wine in the large beer tent. Beer tent is cash only. Tables and chairs will be available for those people needing a little bit of shade
Win a $1500 Cruise for 2 provided by Dream Vacations & Norwegian Cruise Line!
The motto for these guys is “Make the Earthquake and your Butt shake!” The tunes from Blue House with the Rent to Own Horns are sure to have you movin’ on the dance floor and wanting more.
A high energy and hard rocking country music band from Omaha! Jason Earl Band puts on a great country music show playing today’s top country songs, a few older classics, and a few originals!
For those people interested in tasting all of the craft beer and wine Nebraska has to offer do not miss this!! $20 per person gets you a Ribstock sampling mug that will allow you to sample beers and wine from around the area. This feature of Ribstock, ONLY runs from 12pm-3pm. So arrive early! Tickets will be available for purchase at the event, pre-sale tickets are NOT available. Remember, RIBSTOCK IS CASH ONLY! ATMs will be on site.
