Where is ribfest naperville 2017

A Northbrook homemaker found herself covered in the gooey, dark red condiment that had spewed forth like a spring-loaded snake from a phony can of nuts after she twisted the cap. Scores of people are turned away at the gate after the grounds fill to capacity, and a violent summer storm sends metal scaffolding crashing to the ground, narrowly missing two organizers. REO Speedwagon performs before the fireworks. The move did not happen. A group of celebrity chefs at Ribfest report three heat stroke cases.

Naperville Fire Department paramedics took the man to the emergency room of Edward Hospital, only blocks from the area where Ribfest was being held. He is pronounced dead there from an apparent heart attack, authorities said.

Police rule the death a suicide. At the beginning of the weekend, competitors need about a minute to finish an ear of corn. One teenager downs it in 37 seconds. The hoopla catches national attention and a tweet from Ari Fleischer, a one-time White House press secretary for former President George W. The festival will move to Romeoville in Twitter SbakerSun. Oink's BBQ Co.

Non-rib vendors will offer treats like cotton candy, funnel cakes duck fat fries, fresh-squeezed lemonade, ice cream, shaved ice, nachos, churros and more. View the full menu here. This year's activities include hot dog and corn on the cob eating contests, and the festivities go out with the bang with a fireworks show at p.

Monday from Knock Park, S. West St. The festival will feature music throughout. This is the schedule for music acts :. Check out the events, dates and times. Geoff Dempsey , Patch Staff. Find out what's happening in Naperville with free, real-time updates from Patch.

Let's go! Friday, June 30 Navistar Main Stage p. All-Star's Blues Jam Article image public domain. Thank Reply Share.