Rain didn't put a damper on Tinley Park's first Ribfest, which drew 30,000 people for fun, music and fin July 1-4 in the south parking lot at the 80th Avenue Metra station.
Here's a taste of Tinley's first Ribfest
Alberto Tapia of Reno, Nev., shows off some of the ribs offered by Syndey, Australia-based Aussom Aussie at Ribfest.
Jeff Vorva, The Times
Here's a taste of Tinley's first Ribfest
A crowd waits for Ribfest to open July 3.
Jeff Vorva, The Times
Here's a taste of Tinley's first Ribfest
There were plenty of pineapples for tropical drinks at a Ribfest boost.
Jeff Vorva, The Times
Here's a taste of Tinley's first Ribfest
The Red Roses were one of many bands entertaining at Tinley Park’s Ribfest.
Jeff Vorva, The Times
Here's a taste of Tinley's first Ribfest
Rib fans Nancy Yunker, left, and Linda Strzelczyk enjoy the offerings.
Jeff Vorva, The Times
Here's a taste of Tinley's first Ribfest
Rib vendors lined up at the July 1-4 Festival in the 80th Avenue Metra station parking lot.
Jeff Vorva, The Times
Here's a taste of Tinley's first Ribfest
Ribest featured a variety of food, entertainment and a carnival.
Jeff Vorva, The Times
Here's a taste of Tinley's first Ribfest
Rides were a big draw at Ribfest.
Jeff Vorva, The Times
Here's a taste of Tinley's first Ribfest
State Rep. Justin Slaughter and his daughter Juliana enjoy the carnival at Ribfest.
Jeff Vorva, The Times
Here's a taste of Tinley's first Ribfest
A tent provides cover from the July 3 heat for those enjoying ribs.
Jeff Vorva, The Times
Here's a taste of Tinley's first Ribfest
The Howling Coyote showed off the trophies it has picked up at various festivals.
A bill on the desk of Illinois Gov. J.B. Pritzker would sell 90 acres of the former Tinley Park Mental Health Center to the village's park district for $1 for a sports complex.