Melbourne BBQ & Smoke Festival

The Melbourne BBQ & Smoke Festival is a celebration of barbecue culture, smoked meats, and outdoor cooking traditions, bringing together pitmasters, chefs, food vendors, and BBQ enthusiasts from across Australia.

The festival features live cooking demonstrations, BBQ competitions, tasting sessions, and food truck offerings specialising in smoked brisket, ribs, pulled pork, sausages, and grilled specialties.

Attendees can watch professional pitmasters demonstrate techniques such as low-and-slow smoking, woodfire cooking, and regional BBQ styles from around the world including American, Texan, Korean, and Australian traditions.

The event also includes live music, craft beer stalls, and family-friendly entertainment, creating a vibrant outdoor festival atmosphere.

It plays an important role in promoting Australia’s growing barbecue and street food culture while supporting small food businesses and hospitality vendors.