Three Legendary Acts Announced for B’s on the River Rib Fest ’26

(Watertown, MN)  With more than 40 number one hits between them, country music legends Janie Fricke and TG Sheppard, along with headliner Tracy Byrd, will be performing at the 15th B’s on the River Rib Fest Saturday, July 18 in Watertown, MN.

“I am very grateful we were able to get these three iconic artists who each have so many hit songs,” said B’s on the River owner Bryan Baumann. “This is truly going to be a special Rib Fest, and we’re hopeful people will enjoy hearing all the hits this year.”

Baumann says additional entertainment for Saturday is still to be announced.

Tickets and camping for Rib Fest 2026 are available now on their website (click here) or by calling (952) 955-2223.

In addition to the live music, Rib Fest will also include the famous backyard BBQ rib contest and rib tasting, along with the ever-popular all-you-can-eat chicken and rib dinner, again featuring St. Louis-style ribs.

Cash bingo – which became a fast-favorite three years ago – is also set to return in 2026.