Our plan is to gather in the lobby at 1:45 PM prior to the play. No RSVP necessary.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Curtain Up!<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n NO Need to Reserve. Just Show Up<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Black Ball Ferry Esquimalt Ribfest Packages to Victoria, BC<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n Our September 2026 President\u2019s Pick #2 is to attend the Esquimalt Ribfest near Victoria, B.C. on Friday, September 11.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Members must purchase their own day trip packages [Option 1 or Option 2 below] directly from Black Ball Ferry.<\/p>\n\n\n\n \u00a0Ribfest packages MUST be booked over the phone. Please call the packaging department at 877-386-2202 for more information or to book passage to the Ribfest.\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Members will need either an Enhanced Washington State driver\u2019s license or a valid passport for Canadian and U.S. Customs. Black Ball says that there is no need to bring Canadian cash as credit cards are accepted and the Ribfest typically has an ATM available.<\/p>\n\n\n\n All-day Port Angeles parking is available for $15 at a parking garage across the street from the Black Ball Ferry on Railroad Street. The lower level is covered. “I plan to arrive there shortly after 7:30 AM and I plan to return to Port Angeles on the 3:00 PM ferry. ” — Tom <\/p>\n\n\n\n Indulge in a feast of ribs at the 13th annual Esquimalt Ribfest! <\/strong>World-famous ribbers compete to win over your taste buds \u2014 You be the judge of their cooking! With a variety of flavors and secret recipes, prepare yourself for the ultimate palate sensation. Vendors will have pork ribs, in addition to other options on the menu. Pair your succulent meat with local craft beer, cider and wine including Driftwood Brewery, Lighthouse Brewing and Merridale Cider. Plus, be sure to check out Ribfest\u2019s live entertainment all day long!<\/p>\n\n\n\n The Taster Package Includes: Feast Mode Package Includes: Your FEAST MODE pass will give you access to the VIP area from 11:00am to 1:30pm.<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n You must catch the 8:20am sailing from Port Angeles to take advantage of the complimentary Ribfest shuttle. The shuttle will depart in front of our Victoria terminal at 10:45am. The shuttle will depart Ribfest at 1:45pm and 3:45pm to return to our Victoria terminal.<\/p>\n\n\n\n If you choose to take the 12:45pm sailing, you must find your own way to Ribfest. Ribfest is located about a 15 minute drive from our Victoria terminal, which is about a $15 CAD taxi ride. <\/p>\n\n\n\n September 2026 We are having Two President’s Picks in September. Newcomers\u2019 President\u2019s Pick #1 Our September 2026 President\u2019s Pick #1 is to attend the play The 39 Steps at the Olympic Theater Arts Playhouse (414 N. Sequim Ave) on Sunday, September 6 … Continue reading
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DAY TRIP PACKAGES<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Option 1: The Taster
From $79 USD per person<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
<\/strong>– Round trip, walk-on ferry fare
– Transportation between the Victoria terminal and Esquimalt Ribfest
– One half rack of pork ribs, half pulled pork and two sides from your choice of any rib vendor at the festival*
*The sides will differ per rib vendor. <\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\nOption 2: Feast Mode
$20 USD upgrade | From $99 USD per person<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
<\/strong>– Round trip, walk-on ferry fare
– Transportation between the Victoria terminal and Esquimalt Ribfest
– VIP seating in the Blue Buffalo Saloon \u2014 No waiting in line ups!
– All inclusive food from all six ribbers, including pork ribs, chicken and various sides
– All inclusive drinks from Blue Buffalo Saloon vendors including beer, cider, wine and non alcoholic drinks
<\/p>\n\n\n\nPlease Note: Ribfest packages MUST be booked over the phone. Please call our packaging department at 877-386-2202 for more information or to book.<\/strong>
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