“Smoke This” Rib Fest 2026
Catalyst Restaurant is firing up the grill for the East Cambridge Business Association’s annual “Smoke This” Rib Fest! Join us on Cambridge Street in East Cambridge for an afternoon of great BBQ, live music, family-friendly activities, and some friendly competition as local pitmasters battle for the title of best ribs in town.
Catalyst will be among the participating Cambridge restaurants serving up ribs for the People’s Choice vote, so be sure to stop by, grab a taste, and show us some love!
Taste Tickets include 10 rib samples from participating restaurants and are available on a first-come, first-served basis. Tickets sell out every year, so purchasing in advance is recommended. Participating restaurants will also have additional dishes available for purchase throughout the event.
Come hungry and spend the afternoon celebrating some of the best food and local flavor Cambridge has to offer. Tickets can be purchased on the East Cambridge Business Association’s website.
Sunday, September 27, 2026 | 12:00–4:00 PM
Cambridge Street, East Cambridge
Between Fulkerson Street and Fifth Street
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