Brampton’s first summer event will be the 16th annual Rotary Rib ’n’ Roll.

The ribfest event runs the weekend of May 24, 25, and 26 at Gage Park on Friday evening 5 to 11 p.m., Saturday from noon to 11 p.m., and Sunday noon until 7 p.m.

“Rotary has great support from our community, sponsors, and our volunteers for this event and we look forward to a rock and rib extravaganza again this year,” event co-chair John Sanderson said.

The event aims to raise money for four causes in Brampton: the Peel Memorial Centre, Tour for Kids, ErinoakKids, and Rotary Youth projects. Ward Funeral Homes joins as a major sponsor to offer Ward Family day on Sunday including family-centred entertainment like buskers, bouncy castles, face painters, balloon tiers, clowns, an animal and reptile show, and even Zumba.

At 3 p.m. Sunday, entertainment includes a female pop-star tribute live show featuring the music of Selena Gomez, Taylor Swift, Katy Perry, and Adriana Grande.

“We have different crowds throughout the weekend and we wanted to ensure that families with children are part of the event. We wanted to create an interactive environment that’s fun for everyone and with the Ward commitment to family, it was a perfect partnership,” co-chair Wendell Brown.

Nonstop music and entertainment is offered throughout the weekend. More details can be found at www.ribnroll.com

Attendance last year reached 20,000 over three days.

