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Steam & Smoke BBQ Father’s Day | Ipswich

1 September @ 9:30 am - 4:00 pm

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Treat Dad this Father’s Day with a bevy of BBQ and steam-themed food trucks, spicy delights, and smokin’ good fun on the Power House Lawns, as part of Ipswich City Council’s annual Galvanized Festival.

Wet your whistle at the bar with craft beer, local artisan gin, and other delightful drinks while grooving to live rock music, dance performances, and captivating entertainers on the main stage.

Cruise through the expansive display of vintage vehicles and satisfy your competitive edge with games and activities around the venue. Don’t miss the spectacular steam train as it rolls into The Workshops platform.

Join in for a day filled with fun, food, and festivities to celebrate Father’s Day as part of Ipswich City Council’s Galvanized Festival. Suitable for all ages.

  • Smokin’ BBQ Feast: Savour mouth-watering smoked BBQ & grilled meats, and sides from top local vendors, as well as BBQ demonstrations by Brisbane’s award-winning meat smoking team, Undisputed BBQ.
  • Steamed Food Delights: It’s not a steam soiree without fresh and delicious steamed bao with locally sourced ingredients and a unique blend of spices.
  • Craft Beer & Local Gin Bar: Sip on local craft beer from Stony Creek Brewing and award-winning artisan gin by Imbibis Craft Distillery at our pop-up bar.
  • Rock ‘n’ Roll Revelry: Groove to live rock ‘n’ roll music on stage and bop along to rockabilly performances by talented dance groups.
  • Steam Train Visit: Queensland Rail will showcase a magnificent steam train, visiting The Workshops platform to greet event attendees. Don’t miss this historical beauty as it powers in at around lunchtime.
  • Historic Motorcycle Classics: Marvel at the expansive collection of historic motorcycles on display from eras gone by, presented by the Historic Motor Cycle Club of Queensland and local Ipswich Chapter.
  • Vintage Vehicle Showcase: Be dazzled by an impressive collection of privately owned vintage cars, lovingly restored and ready to be admired.

Details

Date:
1 September
Time:
9:30 am - 4:00 pm
Event Categories:
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Website:
https://www.discoveripswich.com.au/event/steam-smoke-bbq/

Venue

The Workshops Rail Museum
North Street, North Ipswich
Ipswich, Qld Australia
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