Stories, news and updates from The Big Aussie BBQ — and the Aussie community that makes it.
Our biggest year yet — sold out in a week, over a thousand Australians in Rockefeller Park, and 4.81 stars out of 5 from the people who came. Here's everything that happened, in your words.
Australian Women in New York have filled this year's raffle with 22 prizes worth over $3,800 - from a $703 RATIONALE kit to a Bunnings hat. Tickets are on sale now and all day at the BBQ, and you don't have to be there to win.
The full music lineup for August 15: the Australian Theatre Festival NYC at 12.30, The DownUnders at 1.15, and Ben Butler & Sam Hawksley at 2.30.
Stained top? Boring shirt? Bring a cotton tee and Prue Linehan will turn it into your kid's new favourite on the spot. No sewing, no ironing, no appointment.
Water, sunscreen and a hand making sense of US healthcare. Cigna Global joins the Big Aussie BBQ as a major supporter, after years quietly backing the Aussie community here.
The Flying Kangaroo is backing America Josh and the Big Aussie BBQ. Plus: two return Economy flights to Australia, drawn at 3pm on the day. Check in and stick around.
For the third year running, Altrum are making the Big Aussie BBQ trophies — the hardware for the Weet-Bix Eating Competition and the Thong Toss Championship. Plus 10% off your own.
The 2026 Big Aussie BBQ has sold out in a little over a week — our fastest ever. Here is the crowd breakdown, and how the waitlist works if you missed out.
Treats from Oz has backed the Big Aussie BBQ for all five years — and they are shipping a little slice of Australia to your door. Grab 15% off with code BIGAUSSIEBBQ2026.
A first for the barbie: we have never had ice cream at the Big Aussie BBQ — until now. Van Leeuwen is bringing the scoops, and its Melbourne-born co-founder Laura O’Neill is promising hokey pokey.
We are thrilled to welcome Airtasker as an official partner for 2026. Meet the team in blue shirts helping run the day — plus $150 in free credits for the America Josh community.
We opened registrations on Tuesday and, well… crikey. A quick, giddy look at how fast the 2026 Big Aussie BBQ is filling up — and who's coming along.
The Big Aussie BBQ is run entirely by volunteers — and we'd love you on the crew. Here's exactly where we need a hand on August 15, and how to sign on in two minutes.
After four cracking years, The Big Aussie BBQ is back for 2026 — and this time we're heading into the heart of Manhattan. Here's everything you need to know.