Downtown Willoughby Rib Burn Off

The annual Downtown Willoughby Rib Burn Off returns to downtown Willoughby today and tomorrow. Attended by thousands from all over Northeast Ohio, the family-friendly outdoor celebration provides an opportunity to showcase some of the neighborhood's bars and restaurants as well as bring regional and national barbecue vendors to provide a wealth of food options. Drink options include Shocktop, Bud Light Lemon Tea, Tito's Vodka, Russel's Reserve, Three Olives and Pendelton Whisky. In addition, the Rib Burn Off includes three stages with live music all weekend long, where local bands and musicians will be featured exclusively. The kids' zone will include bounce houses, games, an activity tent and Sandy the Pony. Admission is free and the event runs from noon to 10 p.m. today and from noon to 8 p.m. tomorrow. (Niesel) dtwribburnoff.com.