Happy Harry's RibFest

06/11/2026

The grills have cooled, the stages are quiet, and we’re already counting down to next year. 🔥

From the first rib served to the final encore, thank you for being part of another incredible RibFest.

33,128 of you joined us this year, and every packed concert, every smiling face, and every sauce-covered napkin helped make Happy Harry’s RibFest what it is!

Thank you to our sponsors, vendors, volunteers, entertainers, judges, and everyone who worked behind the scenes to bring this event to life.

We’ll see you next summer. 🍖❤️

📸: Dave Samson & Aly Goelzer Photography

06/06/2026

One last day. Let's make it count 🔥

After another great night with Foghat, we're ready for the grand finale of Happy Harry's RibFest!

The sun is shining, the Bison pride is beaming, and there's a full day of fun ahead:

💚💛 NDSU Bison Tailgate | 11AM–2PM
Meet student-athletes, coaches & Thundar, grab photos and autographs, explore Touch-A-Truck, enjoy kids activities, prizes, and more.

🍖 FREE admission and FREE parking until 4PM

🎶 Then tonight, the music starts early and doesn’t let up!
Face For Radio kicks things off at approximately 5:15 PM, followed by FireHouse and then Lita Ford ⚡

Let's finish RibFest the only way we know how, full of BBQ, music, and summer memories!

06/05/2026

The smoke has cleared… and the winners are in 🏆🔥

After a full day of smoke, sauce, and serious competition, the judges have spoken at Happy Harry’s RibFest!

🥇 blazin bronco bbq
🥈 Aussom Aussie Australian Barbecue Co - Since 1988
🥉 Carolina Rib King

Big thanks to our 2026 judging crew for taking on the tough job:
Zach Mitzel (Happy Harry’s), Tim Polasek (NDSU Football), Gabe Glidden (BIG 98.7) , Jay Farley (BOB 95 FM) , and local contest winner, Brandon Reep.

The ribs were elite. The decision was not easy. And the competition brought the heat all the way through!

06/05/2026

Chris Cagle brought the country. Tonight, we're turning up the rock! 🎸🔥

It's Day 3 of Happy Harry's RibFest and today our six pitmasters go head-to-head in Critical Rib Judging for a shot at Critics Choice glory.🏆 Winners will be announced on stage around 6:30 PM.

Plus, don't miss your final chance at the Lip Smackin' Lunch Special from 11AM–2PM:
🍖 Buy the meat and the sides are our treat.
FREE admission, FREE parking, and 2 FREE sides with a meat purchase.

Then tonight, the music rolls on with:
Booz ·N· Tuna at 7:30 PM
Foghat at 9 PM
*times are approximate.

Come hungry. Leave happy.

06/04/2026

Spin Doctors got us started. Chris Cagle is up next 🤠🔥

Day 2 of Happy Harry’s RibFest is here, and it’s shaping up to be another good one!
Stop by for our Lip Smackin’ Lunch Special from 11 AM–2 PM:🍖 You buy the meat, and the sides are our treat! FREE admission, FREE parking, and 2 FREE sides with a meat purchase.

Then stick around for Slamabama and Chris Cagle tonight! Music starts at approximately 7:15 PM.

💨 Round two starts today!

06/04/2026

Many of you may have noticed a familiar name missing from this year's RibFest lineup.

Dan and his team were part of Happy Harry's RibFest from the very beginning, creating memories, serving incredible BBQ, and becoming a beloved part of our event family. A veteran, pitmaster, and friend to many, his presence is deeply missed this year.

Thank you to Valley News Live for sharing Dan's story and helping us honor a special piece of Happy Harry's RibFest history. ❤️

Friends remember Dan Johnson as a mentor, a father figure and the voice behind a famous laugh.

06/03/2026

The next 4 days are about to be electrifying ⚡️🔥
(see what we did there??)

The grills are hot, the ribs are smoking, and the smell of BBQ is about to take over Fargo 🍖

Join us today through Saturday from 11 AM–11 PM for four days of award-winning BBQ, live music, cold drinks, family fun, and everything else that makes Happy Harry’s RibFest the best week of summer!

☀️ As for the weather? Let’s just say a little rain has never scared a BBQ fan. RibFest is a rain-or-shine event, but we’ll keep everyone updated right here if there are any important announcements.

Looking for schedules or event info? Head to happyharrysribfest.com.

Now excuse us, we have some ribs to eat!🔥

05/31/2026

🔥 GIVEAWAY TIME 🔥

The countdown is almost over… Happy Harry’s RibFest is just days away 🔥🍖
To celebrate, we’re hooking one lucky winner up with:

• 4 Admission Tickets
• 4 Rib Dinner Coupons
• 4 Beverage Coupons
• 1 Parking Pass
• Happy Harry’s RibFest Shirt
• FARGODOME Bag

How to enter:
✅ Follow our page
❤️ Like this post
🎶 Tag the crew you’re bringing to RibFest

Winner will be randomly selected on Tuesday, June 2 and contacted directly via DM from this account. ⚠️ Watch out for scam/fake accounts. We will never ask for payment information or send links to claim prizes.

05/29/2026

📣 CALLING ALL BISON FANS 🤘

NDSU Tailgate Saturday is taking over Happy Harry’s RibFest on June 6 from 11 AM–2 PM with student-athletes, coaches, Thundar, Touch-A-Truck, kids activities, prizes, autographs, and more!

Whether you’re coming for the BBQ, the Bison spirit, or a little bit of both, Saturday at RibFest will be packed with fun for the whole family 🔥💚💛

05/28/2026

We couldn’t wrap up our Grill Masters Spotlight without one more award-winning BBQ crew 👑🍖🔥

Carolina Rib King is back after landing 3rd place in last year’s Critics Choice Awards and ready to close out the lineup with bold flavor done right.

See you at Happy Harry's RibFest, next Wednesday through Saturday!