Meatstock is back for more BBQ, Bands, and Bedlam! Meatstock 2025 is set to return with a sensory explosion on 7-8 March in Toowoomba and 14-15 March in Bendigo. This event celebrates the best of barbecue culture, live music, and unforgettable good times.
“Meatstock is a weekend of like-minded music and barbecue-crazed people, with lots of families hanging out, camping together, and enjoying amazing, authentic barbecue, great music, and really fun entertainment. The energy is amazing!” enthused Jay Beaumont, Director of Meatstock.
The Jack Daniel’s live stage will feature international country superstars alongside some of Australia’s finest music talent. Performances include:
Friday: - Brad Cox - Seaforth - Robber Mortimer - Bella Mackenzie - Sammy White
Saturday: - Chase Rice (USA) - Oliver Anthony (USA) - Redferrin (USA) - Taylor Moss - Melanie Dyer - The Wet Whistles - Piper Rodrigues
After a successful inaugural year in New Zealand, Fire Kitchen is now in Toowoomba, featuring some of the world's best pitmasters serving barbecue-tasting dishes cooked over live fire, including international renowned chef Marcos Livi from Brazil.
In the BBQ pit yard, national and international teams will compete in the Heat Beads BBQ Wars for the title of best in their specific protein category, alongside the Butcher Wars showcasing talented butchers.
There's a wealth of exciting competitions, including the Better Beer Dad Bod Contest, the Beard and Mo Wars, and Australia’s Strongest Man and Woman competition. Enjoy muscle-popping Arm Battles and the crowd-favorite Sausage Sizzle Throwdown, with action around every corner.
Take a break from the heat at the Big Rig Rumble, featuring some of the country’s most impressive trucks, and explore the extensive BBQ expo for all your at-home barbecue needs or even visit the on-site tattoo station.
As the sun sets, prepare for an epic fire show that lights up the night, followed by a spectacular fireworks display. Meatstock is the ultimate celebration of barbecue culture and a carnivore’s dream!
Tickets go on sale 18th September 2024 at 8 AM. For more information, visit www.meatstock.com.au or follow us on Instagram and Facebook. Meatstock is proudly sponsored by Jack Daniel’s, Traeger, Heat Beads, Better Beer, Born Dry, and Sunpork.
Gates: - Friday: 2 PM - 1 AM - Saturday: 11 AM - 10 PM
Music Line-up: Friday: - Brad Cox - Seaforth - Robber Mortimer - Bella Mackenzie - Sammy White
Saturday: - Chase Rice - Oliver Anthony - Redferrin - Taylor Moss - Melanie Dyer - The Wet Whistles - Piper Rodrigues
Meatstock is back for more BBQ, Bands, and Bedlam!Meatstock 2025 is bigger and better than ever, returning with a fun-filled sensory explosion on 7-8 March in Toowoomba and 14-15 March in Bendigo. Set across two huge days, each event celebrates the best of barbecue culture, live music, and unforgettable good times.“Meatstock is a weekend of like-minded music and barbecue-crazed people, with lots of families hanging out, camping together, and enjoying amazing, authentic barbecue, great music, and really fun entertainment. The energy is amazing!” enthused Jay Beaumont, Director of Meatstock.The Jack Daniel’s live stage features international country superstars alongside some of Australia’s finest music talent. Friday kicks off with performances byBrad Cox,Seaforth, Robber Mortimer, Bella Mackenzie, andSammy White. On Saturday, the festival’s headliners —Chase Rice (USA), Oliver Anthony (USA),andRedferrin (USA)— will rock the stage, joined by Australia’s very ownTaylor Moss, Melanie Dyer, The Wet Whistles,andPiper Rodrigues.After a hugely successful inaugural year in New Zealand, Fire Kitchen is now in Toowoomba! Some of the world's best Pitmasters will serve barbecue-tasting dishes, all cooked over live fire. Fire Kitchen features one of the world's most preeminent live fire chefs, Marcos Livi from Brazil, joined by pitmasters from the USA, Canada, and New Zealand.In the BBQ pit yard, national and international teams will battle it out in the Heat Beads BBQ Wars, vying for the title of best in their specific protein category. Meanwhile, the butchers will showcase their skills in the meat-filled showdown, the Butcher Wars.The competition never stops at Meatstock! Don’t miss the infamous Better Beer Dad Bod Contest, the Beard and Mo Wars, or the always-exciting Australia’s Strongest Man and Woman competition. From muscle-popping Arm Battles to the crowd-favorite Sausage Sizzle Throwdown, there’s action at every turn.Need a break from the heat of competition? Check out the Big Rig Rumble, featuring some of the country’s most impressive trucks. Explore the extensive BBQ expo to find everything you need to enhance your at-home barbecue setup or even get inked at the on-site tattoo station.Accommodation is a breeze at Meatstock, with nearby hotels, local B&Bs, or the option to camp on-site. Caravans, RVs, and traditional camping are all available at the venue, making it easy to stay close to the action.As the sun sets, get ready for an epic fire show that will light up the night, followed by a spectacular fireworks display. Meatstock is the ultimate celebration of barbecue culture and a carnivore’s dream! Don’t miss out on Australia’s biggest barbecue and music festival.Tickets go on sale 18th September 2024 at 8 AM. All ticket pricing and event information are available at www.meatstock.com.au. You can also follow us on Instagram and Facebook.Meatstock is proudly sponsored by Jack Daniel’s, Traeger, Heat Beads, Better Beer, Born Dry, and Sunpork.GatesFriday 2pm-1pmSaturday 11am-10pmMusic Line-upFridayBrad Cox, Seaforth, Robbie Mortimer, Bella Mackenzie Sammy WhiteSaturdayChase Rice, Oliver Anthony, Redferrin, Taylor Moss, Melanie Dyer, The Wet Whistles, Piper Rodrigues
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