Sunshine Coast's Premier BBQ Festival
Date Saturday, 19 September 2026
Gates Open 12:00 PM — 7:00 PM
Venue Noosa Dolphins RUC
Fire  ◆  Flavour  ◆  Bragging Rights
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About the Event

This Isn't Your Average Sausage Sizzle

MEAT Noosa is a full-day BBQ festival built around fire, flavour, and community. Think world-class barbecue, serious competition, live entertainment, and hands-on experiences that put you right in the thick of it.

Seven hours. One legendary venue. More smoke than you can handle. Whether you're here to compete, eat, drink, or just soak it all up — this is the festival that does it properly.

This is the one day your mates will talk about all year—lock in your tickets now before you’re the one hearing about it secondhand.

7
Hours of Action
9
Food Vendors
30+
Market Stalls
3
Epic BBQ Schools
Tickets

Get In.
Get Eating.

Saturday 19 September 2026  ◆  Noosa Dolphins RUC  ◆  12pm–7pm

Tier 01
First Release
$20
  • Earlybird pricing
  • Full festival access
  • Live entertainment
  • All vendor access
  • Limited availability
Buy Now
Tier 03
VIP Experience
$99
  • Express Entry – Walk straight past the lines and into the festival.
  • Full festival access
  • Exclusive BBQ Mafia Catering. VIP Platter For One – Premium BBQ, prepared only for VIP guests. (One Per Guest)
  • Private Adult only VIP Lounge (The Clubhouse) – Elevated, relaxed and away from the main crowd.
  • Private VIP Bar – Faster drinks, no chaos.
  • Indoor Facilities – Real bathrooms. Proper comfort.
Go VIP

Tickets strictly limited. When they are gone, they are gone.

Food Vendors

Nine Vendors.
Zero Compromises.

Hand-picked for quality. Every vendor earns their spot. Here's who's bringing the fire to MEAT Noosa 2026.

01
BBQ Mafia
Texas-style low 'n' slow

EXCLUSIVELY CATERING THE VIP AREA ONLY.
Low-and-slow brisket, pulled pork, and beef ribs smoked over ironbark for 14+ hours. No shortcuts, no compromises — just the real deal.

Headline Vendor
02
Luiz’s Barbecue
Texas-style low 'n' slow with a Brazilian Twist

Queensland's go-to for fall-off-the-bone ribs and crispy smoked wings. Signature house sauces. Extra napkins provided, extra dignity not guaranteed.

 
03
Kaysers smoke train
Low 'n' slow ; Loaded Dogs

Low 'n' slow , quality Queensland beef, and loaded hot dogs that actually live up to the hype. The kind of burger that turns first-timers into regulars.

Local Favourite
04
Hangry Wolf BBQ
Unmatched BBQ from the Best in the Business

legendary slow-smoked brisket, pork belly and street-style BBQ favourites straight from the smoker to your hands. Bold, punchy, and seriously addictive.

 
05
Undisputed BBQ
Competition BBQ Platters

Direct from the competition world — tasting platters built the way judges want to see it. Brisket, pork, chicken, sausage. For the BBQ nerd who wants the full picture.

Comp-Style
06
Brazzo Boys Brazilian BBQ
Brazillian BBQ

Beef, pork, and sausage—are seasoned with coarse salt, placed on large skewers, and slow-roasted over open charcoal flames. A festival standout that sells out every time.

 
07
CALI BBQ
EPIC BBQ; Comfort Food

American-style burgers stacked high with smoky, slow-cooked meats, oozy cheese, and house-made sauces that’ll keep you coming back for more. This will be your best meal of the day.

Must Try
08
BBQ Roadshow Low’n’Slow
Straight from the smokehouse

12hr brisket, 10hr beef ribs, 9hr pulled pork, 6hr pork ribs, 6hr lamb shanks, chicken wings, sausages & mac’n’cheese served in decent portions at accessible prices. Here, the sides are never an afterthought.

 
09
The Phat Wag
Ultimate Wagyu

Cooked to order paddock-to-plate Wagyu Steaks, Epic Pies, Unreal Burgers. You wont leave this vendor hungry.

 
What's On

A Full Day,
Full Send Festival

Seven hours of fire, flavour, competition, and community. Here's what you're walking into.

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BBQ Competition

We’re officially the new home of the Queensland Open BBQ Championship — one of the biggest and most prestigious BBQ titles in the state. Yep… it’s on. This is a fully sanctioned event by the Australasian Barbecue Alliance. Real teams, real judges, real competition — BBQ at the highest level.

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Live Entertainment

Live music running all afternoon. Great acts, great atmosphere, great excuse to grab a cold one and stay planted. Energy from gates open to last call.

🔥
Live Fire Demos

Watch the pros work their craft up close. Open fire cooking demonstrations that actually show you something worth knowing. More than just a spectacle.

🎓
BBQ Schools

Included in your ticket is a front-row seat to live BBQ masterclasses from legends like Cotton Tree Meats and The Australian Brisket Board. Learn low’n’slow secrets that’ll make you a backyard hero. Yep — it’s all included.

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Market Stalls

Thirty + hand-picked market vendors covering everything from BBQ gear and artisan produce to craft goods and local makers. There's always something worth finding.

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Full Bar

Cold beers, craft cocktails, local brews. Thanks to Heads of Noosa Brewing Co., the Official Beverage Partner of MEAT Noosa, the festival bar will be pouring all day across the full seven hours. Pair your smoked brisket the right way — you've earned it.

Market Stall Vendors

30+ Stalls.
Something for Everyone.

From BBQ gear and local produce to handcrafted goods and artisan makers — our market is as carefully curated as the food. Here's who's setting up.

Australian Brisket Board
Brisket Boards
Noosa BBQ Centre
BBQ Gear
Yeti
Drink holders & gear
Big Green Egg
Kamado
Flaming Koala Hot Sauce
Hot Sauce
Chimmi & Co.
Chimichurri
Australian Buffalo Sauce
Sauce
Adrenalin Events Australia
Simulation
City N Country
Clothing
The Herd Biltong
Biltong
Mallorys Jerky
Jerky
Odyssey Beard Co
Cosmetics
Knobby
Underwear
Heavenly Hell
BBQ Condiments
Bellmott Beverages
Coffee
Cowboy Country Hat & Co
Hats
Rub It BBQ
Rubs
Phat Smoke BBQ
Rubs
Brenton’s BBQ Bliss
Rubs
Cheek Cheek Boom
Kids Activities
Laxxi & Co
Pots
Heavenly Jerky
Jerky
Australian Buffalo Sauce
Hot Sauce
3 Geese
Cured Meats
Saucd lownslow
Sauces
Riot Mobile Axe Throwing
Axe Throwing
Lucky Squirrel BBQ
Rubs & Sauces
Stagg & Co
Rubs
Unique & Organix
Rubs & Sauces
Seastaniable Bags
Bags
Yesterdays Flavours
Drinks
Bush & Barrel Beard Co.
Beard Product
Mobile Pet Treats
Pet Treats
Butcher Bird Pickles
Pickles
Truffle Discovery Centre
Truffle Treats
Spicelab Australia
Rubs

Market vendor lineup subject to change. More stalls to be announced.

BBQ School

Learn from the
Best in the Business

Three hands-on masterclasses running throughout the day. Book your session — spots are limited and they fill fast.

One
1
Fire Starter
The Fundamentals of BBQ
  • Understanding heat zones and fire management
  • How to choose and use charcoal vs wood
  • Setting up your smoker correctly
  • Chicken and sausage cook-along
  • Temperature control basics
  • Rubs, marinades, and timing
Session Price
Included in your ticket
Two
2
Pit Master
Intermediate Techniques
  • Low-and-slow fundamentals — the full breakdown
  • Pork ribs — trim, rub, smoke, and wrap
  • Brisket point and flat — understanding the cut
  • Stall management and the Texas Crutch
  • Bark development and smoke ring secrets
  • Resting and slicing like a competition pitmaster
Session Price
Included in your ticket
Three
3
Champion's Table
Competition-Level Craft
  • Competition judging criteria — what the judges want
  • Presentation boxes and turn-in strategy
  • Advanced brisket — wagyu and full packer cooks
  • Sauce making, glazing, and finishing techniques
  • Building a comp cook timeline from scratch
  • Q&A with a competition-winning pitmaster
Session Price
Included in your ticket

All BBQ School sessions are included in your ticket. Seating is first come first serve basis.

Getting There

Find Us at
the Dolphins

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Venue
Noosa Dolphins Rugby Union Club
1 Bicentennial Dr, Sunshine Beach QLD 4567
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Date & Time
Saturday, 19 September 2026
12:00 PM — 7:00 PM
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Parking
On-site parking available. Full logistics info published closer to the event.
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Rideshare
Rideshare-friendly drop zone. Consider leaving the car home — you'll thank yourself later.
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Stay Updated
Follow us on socials for logistics drops, vendor announcements, and ticket updates.
Noosa Dolphins Rugby Union Club
1 Bicentennial Dr, Sunshine Beach QLD 4567
FAQ

Good Questions.

Is this a family-friendly event?
Absolutely. MEAT Noosa is built for everyone — families, BBQ obsessives, casual food lovers. Bring the kids, bring the crew, bring your appetite.
Is food included in the ticket price?
GA and First Release tickets get you into the festival — food is purchased separately from vendors. VIP pass includes a Platte For One from Barbecue Mafia.
Can I enter as a first-time BBQ competitor?
100%. You don't need to be a pro. Bring your best cook and see how you stack up. All the infor can be found HERE
What do BBQ competitors need to bring?
Your own smoker or BBQ setup. Allocated pit space is provided on registration. Full competitor guidelines issued once you're confirmed.
How do I book a BBQ School session?
BBQ School sessions are Included in your ticket. Chairs are first in best dressed.
Is there parking on site?
Yes — on-site parking is available (but limited). SES Will be onsite directing traffic. Rideshare is always a solid call if you're planning on drinking.
Can I apply to be a food or market vendor?
Vendor spots are limited and hand-picked for quality. Reach out via the contact page with your pitch and we'll be in touch if there's a fit.
Who does the event raise money for?
All bar proceeds support the Noosa Dolphins Rugby Union Club. Show up, eat well, and do something good for the community while you're at it.

Don't Be the Mate
Who Missed It

Saturday 19 September 2026  ◆  Noosa Dolphins RUC  ◆  12pm–7pm

Secure your spot!