Aussie BBQ Festival

About the Festival

Celebrating the uniquely Australian tradition of Christmas in the summer sun

The Aussie Way

Summer Christmas in Australia

While much of the world celebrates Christmas with snow, cosy fires, and warm cocoa, Australians do things a bit differently. Our Christmas falls in the middle of summer!

Picture this: it's 25 December, the sun is blazing, the temperature is nudging 30°C, and families across the country are heading outdoors. Instead of heavy roasts, we're firing up the barbie with fresh prawns, snags, and steaks.

This is the essence of an Australian Christmas – it's relaxed, outdoor-focused, and built around sharing good food with family and friends. The backyard BBQ is the heart of our celebrations.

What We Offer

Festival Experience

From sizzling BBQ zones to non-stop entertainment, here's what you'll find at the festival.

BBQ Cooking Stations
BBQ Zones

BBQ Cooking Stations

Multiple fully-equipped BBQ stations with both gas and charcoal options. Each zone includes prep tables, utensil stations, and cleaning facilities.

Main Stage
Entertainment

Main Stage

Live acoustic performances, bush bands, and festive carollers throughout the day. Our main stage features local artists celebrating summer.

Kids Entertainment
Family Fun

Kids Entertainment

Face painting, balloon artists, craft workshops, jumping castle, and Santa's grotto! Supervised activities for children of all ages.

Outdoor Games
Activities

Outdoor Games

Classic Aussie backyard games including cricket, lawn bowls, giant chess, bocce, and frisbee golf. Equipment provided!

Artisan Food Stalls
Food Market

Artisan Food Stalls

Local food vendors serving fresh salads, gourmet sides, desserts, and refreshing drinks. All alcohol-free options.

Picnic Lawns
Relaxation

Picnic Lawns

Shaded picnic areas with plenty of seating. Bring your blankets and chairs, and enjoy the beautiful park surrounds.

Schedule

Festival Day Programme

10:00 AM

Gates Open

Festival begins! BBQ stations light up.

11:00 AM

Live Music Starts

Acoustic performances on main stage.

12:00 PM

BBQ Peak Time

Prime lunch cooking hour!

3:00 PM

Santa Arrives

Photos with Santa at the grotto.

5:00 PM

Evening Shows

Bush band performances.

7:00 PM

Sunset Celebration

Community carols and finale.

Our Story

Celebrating Family, Nature & Community

The Aussie Christmas BBQ Festival was born from a simple idea: to bring families together and celebrate what makes Australian Christmas so special.

We noticed that while Christmas can sometimes feel commercialised, the moments people treasure most are simple – gathering around a BBQ, kids playing on the grass, sharing a meal with neighbours.

That's why we created a free, family-friendly, alcohol-free festival that puts these values first.

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Family First
🌳 Nature Lovers
🤝 Community
🍖 BBQ Culture
Community BBQ
Good to Know

Important Information

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Alcohol-Free Event

This is a family-friendly, alcohol-free festival. BYO alcohol is strictly prohibited. Fantastic non-alcoholic beverages available.

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BYO Food Welcome

Bring your own BBQ supplies. We provide the stations – you bring the feast! Food stalls also available.

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Sun Safety

It's summer! Bring sunscreen (SPF 50+), hats, sunglasses, and plenty of water. Shaded areas available.

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Accessibility

Fully accessible paths and facilities. Assistance available at the information tent.

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