Kid's activity areas for Ribfest 2026:
Midway is open during normal Ribfest hours. Other kid's activities will operate from opening until early evening.
Again in 2026 - Storytelling on Saturday Morning - Aug 29
Magical Midways Inc. is back at Guelph Ribfest with fun for the whole family. Purchase all you can ride wristbands in advance for $25 each (+ service fees). That’s $10 off the regular weekend price!
More info on 2026 Pre-sale tickets will soon be available so stay tuned.
FREE ACTIVITIES
Stanley Stick Hockey Association
Stanley Stick Hockey Association (SSHA) is the Guelph co-ed minor hockey league focused on skill development, team play, and most of all, fun. With programs running from age 4 all the way to age 17, our goal is to create a lifelong love of sports for our players within an inclusive hockey community where everyone feels welcome. SSHA will be hosting a shoot-out challenge for the youngest hockey players to test their skills, and league executive will be on hand to answer questions about our league and our winter 2026-2027 season!
Guelph Grotto
Rock climbing is a fun and exciting sport and a great way to build strength, flexibility and promote an active, healthy lifestyle. Climbing is a unique activity and enriching experience. The Grotto has been a proud member of the Guelph community since 1994 and is excited to see you at Guelph Ribfest. Come and try a free climb on our outdoor portable climbing wall. For more information on the Guelph Grotto, visit our website at www.guelphgrotto.com.
Face Painting Fun with Cleo the Clown Entertainment
Ms. Jenifer and Ms. Sheila are excited to be the face painting team at 2026 Ribfest!!
Tigers, cheetahs, mermaids, unicorns and so much more! Letting children's imaginations soar. Using alcohol-based face paints by ProAiir and Cheek FX along with Mehron Starblends our designs hold up in the summer heat!
Cleo the Clown Entertainment has proudly been providing entertainment for children and their families, businesses, charity organizations, sports teams, and event management companies since 1999. www.cleotheclown.com 
@clowncleo
Sponsored by Stroms Farm & Bakery
Guelph Storm is thrilled to be participating in Guelph Ribfest 2026. Storm player(s) will be present at their booth throughout the day. Kids can interact with the players, take part in an activity & get player’s autograph. Player availability is subject to change. You can find more information about the Guelph Storm and the 2026/2027 OHL season by visiting https://chl.ca/ohl-storm/.
Guelph Curling is bringing Street Curl to Ribfest so kids can try curling in a unique way. Curling is a social, athletic and strategic team sport, played on ice, where teams deliver stones toward a target. Street Curl gives you a chance to try your curling skills in a comparable way. You can find out more about curling and Guelph Curling at guelphcurlingclub.com.