Adelaide Beer & BBQ Fest Returning in 2026
After it was feared the event was going on hiatus, organisers have revealed the beloved event is returning in July.
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Adelaide Beer & BBQ Fest is back! After many feared the event was coming to an end after last year’s monstrous 10th anniversary celebration, organisers have revealed Beer & BBQ will return in July 2026.
This new iteration of the long-running festival has a new location, setting up shop at The Drive next to Adelaide Oval on Friday 10 and Saturday 11 July.
Taking to social media to announce the festival’s return, organisers wrote, “And just like that, Beer & BBQ Fest is all grown up, and landing in the heart of the city this July!
”We are beyond excited to invite you to the inaugural Beer & BBQ Festival at The Drive ADL (adjacent Adelaide Oval).
“In the heart of Adelaide. An all-new gig with the same great taste.”
Details are still scarce, but we do know there will be plenty of beer and BBQ on offer, as well as a stacked musical lineup that’s sure to please.
Those producers keen to get involved can hit up the team here.
Beer & BBQ Fest 2026 takes place at The Drive on Friday 10 and Saturday 11 July. Subscribe for updates here.
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