JOIN THE FESTIVAL

VENDORS & APPS

Join us at Detroit's biggest R&B and Barbecue weekend. We're looking for the best food, merchandise, and crafts to feature at Hart Plaza to thousands of hungry attendees.

FOOD & BBQ

Culinary Experience

Showcase your culinary skills to over 50,000 festival attendees. We're primarily looking for exceptional barbecue, soul food, and festival favorites. Spots are limited and highly competitive.

Premium Placement at Hart Plaza
Power hookups available upon request
3-Day Weekend exposure
Inclusion in official festival map
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MERCH & RETAIL

Retail Village

Sell your unique clothing, crafts, art, or merchandise. Connect directly with the Detroit community in our dedicated retail village located at the heart of the festival.

10x10

STANDARD BOOTH

10x20

STANDARD BOOTH

Premium Placement at Hart Plaza
Power hookups available upon request
3-Day Weekend exposure
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READY FOR DETROIT'S BIGGEST 
R&B FESTIVAL?

Join thousands of music lovers at Hart Plaza for a weekend of music,
barbecue, and unforgettable performances.

RIBS  &  R&B  
MUSIC FESTIVAL

HART PLAZA, DETROIT
RIVERFRONT
AUGUST 8–10, 2026

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CONTACT

WASHINGTON ENTERTAINMENT
P.O. BOX 2335
SOUTHFIELD, MI 48037

© 2026 RIBS & R&B MUSIC FESTIVAL.

PRODUCED BY WASHINGTON ENTERTAINMENT.

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