By: Jerika Mungillo | Executive Director, LDRC
LaBelle’s favorite tradition is firing up again! The 14th Annual Smoke Under the Oaks Rib Fest is set for Saturday, January 10, 2026, from 11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. at Barron Park. The day kicks off at 10:30 a.m. with an Opening Ceremony beneath the iconic oak canopy along the Caloosahatchee River.
This beloved community festival draws rib cook-off teams, local vendors, and thousands of hungry guests eager for smoky flavors, cold drinks, and live music. Attendees can sample ribs and vote for the People’s Choice Champion, while judges crown the top three rib teams with trophies and cash prizes. Families can shop, relax under the oaks, and soak in LaBelle’s vibrant downtown atmosphere—all with free admission.
“This event is more than just great food,” said Jerika Mungillo, Executive Director of the LaBelle Downtown Revitalization Corporation (LDRC). “Smoke Under the Oaks is about celebrating community, supporting our historic downtown, and creating memories for everyone who comes out.”
The festival also invites local businesses to become sponsors, with opportunities ranging from the Sauce Boss Sponsor ($3,500) to the Save the Vegetables Sponsor ($1,000). Sponsors enjoy high visibility through media, signage, and digital promotion, while aligning with one of LaBelle’s most popular annual gatherings.
The Smoke Under the Oaks Rib Fest is organized by the LaBelle Downtown Revitalization Corporation (LDRC), a 501(c)(3) charitable organization dedicated to preserving and revitalizing LaBelle’s historic downtown.
For more information on sponsorships or vendor opportunities, contact:LaBelle Downtown Revitalization Corporation (LDRC)
A Main Street Community
8 Park Avenue, LaBelle, FL 33935
(863) 214-5371 | downtownlabelle@gmail.com
www.downtownlabelle.com
