The Upcoming Rib Fest & BBQ Celebrates The Very Essence Of Indiana, So Save The Date

Indiana isn’t exactly known for a long list of things. Sure, some folks know all about how we’ve got some of the best hiking, camping, and glamping in the nation, but we’re also a state full of food lovers… and it shows. The numerous amazing food-themed festivals in Indiana are a perfect testament to this, and what better place to get the best comfort food in the world than in the American Midwest? It’s right up our alley, I think, so this awesome food fest I’m about to drop on you might just become your new favorite thanks to its off-the-charts awesomeness. Crank that appetite up to 11, because you’re going to need it come the end of June! Come out to the Hendricks County Rib Fest, a BBQ festival in Indiana you won’t want to wait until next year for.

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Danville is a cute, quiet little town with a population of just over 10,000, though this number tends to grow substantially for a little while during this particular event.

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If there's anything Hoosiers appreciate, it's a good old-fashioned barbecue... and this annual festival celebrates this ancient art form in the best of ways.

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If you're interested, there's the Rise and Swine (see what they did there?) 5K Rib Run, and there's a "riblets" run for the kids, too!

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Of course, you'll want to bring that appetite of yours. You're definitely going to need it.

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Local restaurants and eateries will go head-to-head for the coveted titles of "best ribs" and "best sauce"... so may the best barbecuers win. Honestly, no matter who wins the titles, the rest of us win anyway - we get to eat those juicy, delectable, fall-off-the-bone delights en masse.

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This small town in Indiana has a big secret, and that big secret is a ridiculously wonderful barbecue festival.

For more information about the festival, vendors, and what to expect, be sure to check out the official Avon Chamber website. This is the 18th annual ribfest, so they definitely know what they’re doing! It’s legendary, and you’re about to find out. Festivities go from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m., so plan on a full day of fall-off-the-bone fun.

Do you plan on attending this awesome rib and BBQ festival in Indiana? Let me know – maybe I’ll see you there!