Ribfest, the annual celebration of barbecued deliciousness, live music and more, is set to return to Vinoy Park in Downtown St. Pete, November 8, 9, and 10, 2013.

A longtime staple when it comes to annual events in St. Pete, Ribfest will celebrate its 25th anniversary this year with a star-studded lineup of musical entertainment from chart-topping acts including REO Speedwagon, Gin Blossoms, Sister Hazel, John Kay & Steppenwolf, Josh Thompson, and more.

Of course, what would Ribfest be without a huge assortment of mouthwatering ribs from barbecue masters all throughout the world?

Ribfest 2013 will be no different than years prior with dozens of "ribbers" descending on Vinoy Park to show off some truly world-class bbq.  Whether it's good eats from Sydney Australia's Ausome Aussie to Fat Fred's Famous BBQ right here in St. Pete, the ribs cooked up at Ribfest will be nothing short of mouth-watering-ly delicious.

As much as we don't wan't to believe it, barbecue might not be your thing, and that's quite alright.  There will also be a variety of other  delicious eats at Ribfest 2013 including funnel cakes, hot pretzels, strawberry shortcake, onion bloomers, kettle corn and more.

Advance ticket sales for Ribfest 2013 begin on October 1.  Ticket are $16 and will be available to purchase online at a variety of Circle K locations throughout the Tampa Bay area as well as online.

For more information on Ribfest, visit ribfest.org.