Meatstock 2025 is bigger and better than ever, returning with a fun-filled sensory explosion on March 7-8 in Toowoomba and March 14-15 in Bendigo. Set across two huge days, each event celebrates the best of barbecue culture, live music and unforgettable good times.

The Jack Daniel’s live stage features international country superstars alongside some of Australia’s finest music talent. Friday kicks off with performances by Brad Cox, Seaforth, Lane Pittman, Robber Mortimer, Bella Mackenzie, and Sammy White. On Saturday, the festival’s headliners — Chase Rice (USA), Oliver Anthony (USA), and Redferrin (USA) — will rock the stage, joined by Australia’s very own Taylor Moss, Melanie Dyer, The Wet Whistles, Dakota East and Piper Rodrigues.

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 favourite Sausage Sizzle Throwdown, there’s action at every turn.

Get ready for the toughest eight seconds in sport. The PBR Bull Riding high-adrenaline, unpredictable edge of your seat action. With expert riders and fierce bulls, PBR adds a dynamic, adrenaline-pumping element to the Meatstock Festival, drawing crowds who crave action alongside their BBQ.