ABBF will take place at the Adelaide Showground using the spaces known as the Atrium, Wayville and Ridley Pavilions. We cook with fire and there are some outdoor areas but plenty of cover for all, heaps of open fires and warm smiles. It's Adelaide in July, it gets bloody cold, but so what? Dress appropriately, check the weather, wear a beanie, buy a hoodie from a brewer! The show will go on rain or shine.

Each paid ticket holding adult is permitted to bring 1x two-legged minor OR 1x four legged best mate with them. Each minor (or the adult accompanying them) may be asked to contribute $5 to an ABBF non-for-profit partner at the point of entry. Strictly 1 (one) minor per parent or guardian permitted. This applies only to the Sunday session only.

WHAT CAN I BRING? Sealed bottle(s) or water or empty refillable bottle(s) Appropriate clothing! Plenty of warm stuff and comfy shoes. Small umbrellas (although 90% of the festival - including the entry lanes - is now under cover) A small camera (no Steven Spielberg style recording gear) Vitamins & medications Your Best Self! WHAT CAN'T I BRING? Booze or food (aside from small snacks or kids stuff on Sunday) Chairs or rugs or sofas Illicit substances (seriously, it's a beer festival and there will be plenty to do without that garbage - and SAPol will be around to help us keep an eye on things too) Weapons (including pocket knives, tools, bats) Aerosols, flares, fireworks, permanent markers Sporting equipment (including skateboards, bikes, scooters etc)

ABBF is a safe and inclusive space for all patrons, vendors, staff and performers. We encourage participation from all members of the community free from prejudice and discrimination. Our staff are trained in protective and preventative measures such as ‘Ask For Angela’ to ensure the safety of patrons. We strongly urge anyone who sees something out of place to report this to staff so appropriate action can be taken. Most importantly, ABBF is a strict 'Wanker-Free-Zone'. See below for more details. ABBF is an accessible venue almost exclusively on flat hard stand. Companion Cards are accepted accompanying any full priced adult ticket holder.

Bloody oath there is! Cider, seltzer, wine, gin, rum, cocktails and more. Plus a variety of non-alcoholic options. Check out the brewery lineup page.

If you are an individual session ticket holder then there are no pass-outs available. However if you hold a Whole Hog Weekend Pass then you can come and go from ABBF as many times as you please.

ABBF is strictly a 'Wanker-Free-Event' If you see a friend acting like a wanker, pull them up. If you feel you are acting like a wanker, pull your head in. And if if you need you can always let one of the BBF team or security know if you've witnessed some wankerism.

ABBF IS A CASHLESS EVENT. This is to ensure speed of service, increased security and ease of transactions at the many Bars, Food Outlets and Vendor Stalls. Most importantly, there will be no need to wait in lines, counting out coins to buy a beer, as your friends get thirsty for your round! It’s super simple to use – just like using PayWave at the pub – make sure you bring your credit card, bank card or phone with PayWave capabilities to the festival and have money in your bank! Then let the exhibitor know what you would like to purchase, they will ring up the transaction on their device. Then tap your card against the Square device at each stall and bingo, the transaction is complete, start enjoying your beers!

The approximate price guide at ABBF is: 120ml sample of beer or cider: from $2.50 Full 425ml beer or cider: from $8 (depending on the ABV%) Food: $10.00 – $40.00

You can reach out to Kevin anytime at hello@beerbbqfest.com.au . Note we do get a lot of queries so may not be able to get back to you immediately. Thank you.

Yes, in fact it’s encouraged. If it has water in it then it needs to be factory sealed but we encourage any and all to bring an empty bottle and use one of our (about 60) free water refill stations.

If you have a ticketing query your best point of contact is your place of purchase, for BBF our ticketing partner is Moshtix so best to contact them through your Moshtix account or follow this link https://tixsupport.moshtix.com.au/hc/en-us/requests/new

This year, come dressed in your Sat'dee's best (to the Sat'dee's best session 11am-5pm on Saturday). Think that tux you wore to your formal, or that bridesmaid's dress you thought you'd never have a use for again. And ABBF will potentially lavish you with ABBF prizes! And get set to the inaugural 'Fashions On The Froth' Parade.

ABBF runs a volunteer programme for all sessions where you can lend your services to one session and receive a ticket to another session. Volunteer positions cover many areas of the event from wristbanding at entry, to assisting with health directions and even pouring beers. You will get to meet great crew and be a part of the BBF family! Please register your interest in volunteering by emailing hello@beerbbqfest.com.au

ABBF is strictly 18+ on Friday and Saturday, so no you can't unfortunately, it's just not an environment suitable for a child. This means that although we trust that little baby Luna strapped to you likely won’t be getting on the Denzel Frothington’s, they can only come on Sunday.

To ensure you do not miss out you will need to pre-purchase tickets for each session. When the session is sold out it is sold out! If there are tickets left for any given session they will be available on the door, but this is not guaranteed.

ABBF is essentially 4 festivals in one weekend. Each of the 4 sessions are different and some may appeal more than others to your tastes. Friday and Saturday night sessions are where the entertainment is in full swing, it can be loud, crowded and a hell of a good time! We have added a new ticket type that gives you access to these two sessions specifically - the Music Festival Ticket. Saturday (daytime) and Sunday sessions are tailored to those who love their beer and BBQ. It's a chance to chat to brewers, learn some stuff from the great panels and indulge in all the fire cooked goodness there is to offer. The two Saturday sessions are essentially two separate events and we clear the site between 5pm and 6pm. All ticket holders must leave the main site at this time (including Whole Hog and Super Saturday - who will be provided a place to hang out with their mates). Importantly Friday and Saturday sessions are strictly 18+. The environment does not cater for underagers or babies of any age. The Sunday session is kid and dog friendly. Check the info about that below.