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MEAT Noosa 2026 Is Coming… And We’re Turning The Heat All The Way Up

2026 isn’t just another year. It’s the year we step up, level up, and plant our flag properly in the Aussie BBQ scene.

Now officially home to the Queensland BBQ Championships.

Bigger flames. Bigger flavour. Bigger energy.

More elite pitmasters. More live fire. More action across the entire site. We’re expanding the footprint, tightening the operations, and dialing in every detail so the experience feels seamless from your first bite to your last beer.

And yeah… MEAT Noosa 2026 just got a serious upgrade.

For the first time ever, we’re unveiling our exclusive VIP Area – built for the people who refuse to settle for average.

If you want the best seat, the best food, the best drinks, and the smoothest festival experience possible… this is where you belong.

While everyone else is lining up, searching for a seat, and fighting the crowds, VIP guests will be living a completely different festival.

VIP includes:
Express Entry – Straight past the lines and into the action
Exclusive Barbecue Mafia VIP Platter For One – Loaded with slow-smoked brisket, pulled pork, pork belly burnt ends, slaw, pickles, chillies and BBQ pit beans
Private 18 VIP Lounge – The Clubhouse
Private VIP Bar – Faster drinks, no chaos
Indoor Facilities – Real bathrooms. Real comfort.

Expect:
Next-level BBQ vendors bringing their A-game
The Queensland BBQ Championships bringing the state’s best pit crews head-to-head
Premium experiences across the festival
Bigger entertainment
More interactive BBQ learning
Cold beers, craft cocktails, and live-fire flavour everywhere you turn
And a few surprises we’re still keeping under wraps

Event takes place Saturday 19th September 2026
12pm-7pm
Noosa Dolphins Rugby Union Club

If you thought previous years were good, 2026 is where we make a statement.

Clear your calendar. Start stretching your stomach. Tell your crew.

MEAT Noosa 2026 is coming – and we’re not here to play it safe.