Heinz Field Kickoff and Rib Festival

Heinz Field is hosting its FREE* annual Kickoff and Rib Festival, presented by Miller Lite this year! Ring in the new football season with other Pittsburgh fans during this Labor Day weekend.

Join the fun and come hungry, as this event will feature a number of national rib vendors as well as fun games and music. The Clarks will perform on Friday, September 3rd to help us kick off the new season! The weekend will be filled with tons of fun events–including our Run Walk and Sunday, September 5th!

You won’t want to miss out!

*NOTE: Admission to Rib Fest does not grant access into the Pitt Panthers or Pittsburgh Steelers football games, Steelers 5K or Gatorade Jr. Training Camp. Tickets and registration for these events are separate.

Each day will feature ribs, festival foods, games, rides, activities for all ages, and the Steelers Experience.

• Food and beverage can be purchased at the event
• A ticket is required to enter Heinz Field for the University of Pittsburgh and Pittsburgh Steelers home games. The festival Grounds will be open on game days and can be accessed without a ticket.
• Admission to the concerts are also free. Fans can bring blankets and lawn chairs, but no coolers or outside food and beverages are permitted.