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The Big Aussie BBQ
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Back it.
Or build it.

Two ways in. Partner with us and help keep the biggest Aussie day in New York free for everyone — or pull on a lanyard and help us run it. Both are how this thing actually happens.

Partners

Back the whole thing.

Entry has been free for five years running, and it stays free because partners cover it. In 2026 that meant over 1,000 Australians in Rockefeller Park — the largest gathering of Aussies in the United States, and not a cent at the door.

Partners come in every shape: presenting the whole day, running a stall, putting product in people's hands, or throwing something into the raffle. If you sell to Australians in America, there is no better room.

Planning for 2027 starts now. See who backed us in 2026.

Partner with us

Back the barbie

The BBQ is free because partners make it free. Tell us what you have in mind and we'll send the 2027 pack.

Volunteers

Or roll your sleeves up.

Thirty-six people ran the 2026 barbecue — pouring, serving, checking people in and packing it all down again. There is no version of this day that happens without them.

You don't need experience, and you won't be cooking. Pick what you fancy, tell us when you're free, and you'll still get most of the day to enjoy it.

Sign me up for 2027
The Big Aussie BBQ Official role
BBQ
Official

Officials run the show — setup, safety, and keeping the whole day on track. These positions are held by the America Josh team.

VolunteerThe Big Aussie BBQ Captain role
BBQ
Captain

Leads a crew at a station — the snag sizzle, the bar, or the games. You'll rally a small team and keep your patch humming.

VolunteerThe Big Aussie BBQ Crew role
BBQ
Crew

The hands that make it happen — serving snags, pouring drinks, and pitching in wherever needed. The easiest way to jump in.

How it works

Three easy steps

1
Register
Tell us your name and which role suits you.
2
Get briefed
We'll send a quick rundown and your shift before the day.
3
Show up
Collect your lanyard, meet your Captain, and dive in.
Volunteer

Lend us a hand in 2027

The BBQ runs on volunteers. Tell us what you'd enjoy and when you're free — we'll sort the rest.

What would you be happy to help with?
When suits you?

Most shifts run 1.5–2 hours. Pick as many as you like.

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