BBQ's of the World returns to Dandenong Market.

Are you ready to embark on a barbeque journey that will fire up your taste buds and ignite your senses?

Following its success in 2024, BBQs of the World returns in 2025 as part of the iconic Melbourne Food and Wine Festival (MFWF) Special Events Program. In 2025, the event promises to showcase the best of global BBQs – the bold flavours and time honed techniques. Add to this a spectacular entertainment program, and you have an unforgettable celebration of food, culture, and community.

Prepare your taste buds for an explosion of flavors as we celebrate the art of grilling from around the globe. From the smoky goodness of American BBQ to the fiery passion of Argentinian asado, and the aromatic wonders of South East Asia, there’s something to tantalise every palate.

And if you’re still craving more, don’t miss out on Afghan kebabs, German kranskys, classic burgers from the Grill, and Filipino skewers.

But BBQs of the World isn’t just about food—it’s a vibrant celebration for the whole family! Immerse yourself in captivating dance performances from around the world! From the beats of Brazil to the rythyms of Africa and the heart of the Polynesian Islands, we have a spectacular line-up of free family-entertainment.

Don’t miss out on this unforgettable day of feasting, dancing, and family fun.

Mark your calendars, gather your loved ones, and arrive hungry because BBQ’s of the World Dandenong Market event is one experience you won’t want to miss!

Join us for a day of global flavors, entertainment, and celebration!

Arrive hungry!

Date: Sun 30 March 2025
Time: 10am-3pm
Free parking and entry

Entertainment Schedule

Here’s the schedule for the live acts – and trust us you don’t want to miss a single performance!

10am: DJ Micky G kickstarts this high-energy line-up
11am: Live cooking demonstration with Kishwar Chowdhury from MasterChef
12:15pm: Latin Dance Performance with Entertainment Dance Creations
1pm: Witness the traditions of Fiji, Tonga and Samoa with Maidens of Polynesia
1:45pm: Dance and sing with One Spirit Africa

From 10:30am: Face painting
Plus roving entertainment all day!