Get READY for world-class food and wine festival
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From celebrity chef masterclasses and curated cocktail sessions to live music and long lunches by the bay, Moreton Bay Food + Wine Festival is fast becoming one of Australia’s most-loved food events… and it’s happening on the Redcliffe Peninsula this month.
Now in its seventh year, the festival is back bigger than ever from August 22-24, stretching across more than one kilometre of waterfront at Woody Point’s Apex Park in its largest footprint to date.
This year’s event will include about 180 food and drink exhibitors, three music stages, and a curated selection of masterclasses and dining experiences, from pasta making and cocktail shaking to free wine masterclasses hosted by some of the best in the business.
Celebrity chefs appearing at this year’s festival include Julie Goodwin, Miguel Maestre, Mike Reid, Matt Golinski, Alastair McLeod, Simone and Viviana - the 2024 My Kitchen Rules winners, Kim McCosker and Dominique Rizzo.
Festival CEO Shane Newcombe says this year’s program reflects a significant investment in guest experiences.
“We’ve listened to feedback and dialled everything up for 2025, from 200 per cent more shade structures and double the seating, to a record number of premium events and immersive experiences,” he says.
“Our expanded offering means festivalgoers can truly curate their own weekend, from relaxed grazing to intimate encounters with leading chefs, wineries and gourmet food producers.
“Moreton Bay Food + Wine Festival isn’t just another weekend out, it’s a major moment on the national events calendar, bringing together winemakers, producers and chefs from across Australia, right here at home.”
Festivalgoers can secure a day pass to the Festival Precinct, which includes access to live cooking demonstrations, market stalls, pop-up bars, and live music across three vibrant zones—The MarketPlace, The Cellar Door, and The Springs.
For those wanting to supercharge their festival weekend, the 2025 program has more premium ticketed events, including celebrity chef lunches and dinners, high teas, wine, spirit and cheese masterclasses, immersive workshops, local produce showcases, and unexpected fusions of food, comedy and live music.
Guests can also discover the all-new Oasis Club, a premium VIP precinct offering indulgent views and elevated hospitality.
Friday Locals Tickets thanks to Ausbuild have already sold out, but there’s still time for City of Moreton Bay residents to secure a Sunday spot at discounted pricing.
Festival at a glance
📍 When & Where
August 22–24
Apex Park, Woody Point
🎟 Ticket Pricing
Until August 17:
- GA: $25 (+ fees)
- Concession: $20 (+ fees)
- Oasis Club VIP: $99 (+ fees)
- Sunday Local Ticket: $20 (inc. fees)
From August 18:
- GA: $40 (inc. fees)
- Concession: $32 (inc. fees)
- Oasis Club VIP: $119 (inc. fees)
🚨 What’s Selling Fast
- Friday Local tickets - SOLD OUT (Sunday available)
- The Oasis Club VIP tickets
- The Masterclass Collective masterclasses
- Taste of Moreton Bay Lodge events
🔗 How to Book
SET your schedule - there’s plenty to explore
One of the standout features of the Moreton Bay Food + Wine festival is its curated program of bookable experiences, designed to turn a good day out into something a little more special.
If you’re the type to pair your wine with cheese, enjoy a cocktail or your pasta with a side of Italian flair, you’ll be well catered for.
Festival highlights:
- The Oasis Club
A private, 18+ retreat on the waterfront offering premium lounges, live entertainment, three complimentary drinks, and access to exclusive masterclasses and celebrity chef appearances.
- The Masterclass Collective, presented by RIEDEL
From crafting the perfect cheese board (yes, with wine in hand) to exploring boutique spirits and standout Australian wineries, these sessions are designed for curious palates.
- Cocktail Hours
Sip and shake your way through flavour-filled sessions with personalities like Kim McCosker, the team behind Little Ridge Gin, or by booking into a cocktail-making masterclass.
- Flavour Masterclasses
Take your tastebuds on a journey from First Nations dukkah workshops and Japanese tea ceremonies, to handmade pasta tutorials and gluten-free afternoon tea experiences.
Add-on experiences start at $35, and spots are filling fast.
Explore add-on event options here
EAT, sip, repeat … the full flavour lineup is here
This year’s festival menu is shaping up to be the most diverse and delicious yet, with a stacked lineup of local favourites, artisan producers and bold new additions.
Expect smoked brisket sliders, handmade dumplings, paella pans, gourmet bao, fresh oysters, vegan bites and indulgent desserts - all from vendors lining the waterfront precinct.
Wine lovers can explore The Cellar Door, where boutique producers from across Australia will be pouring drops by the glass and bottle, while The Marketplace presented by SumUp has exhibitors from across Australia to sample and sip.
Don’t miss the action on The Kitchen stage, presented by Ausbuild, where some of Australia’s most recognisable chefs will be cooking across the weekend.
This year’s lineup includes:
● Julie Goodwin
● Mike Reid
● Alastair McLeod
● Simone & Viviana
● and Nick Ryan, who will host a daily program of free wine masterclasses inside The Oasis Club.
Whether you’re in it for the eats, the education or the atmosphere, there’s something new around every corner.
BOOK now, don’t miss out
With just weeks to go, Moreton Bay Food + Wine Festival is already 80 per cent sold out, and tickets are moving fast.
From midnight on Saturday, August 17, Final Release pricing will apply:
● $40 General Admission
● $32 Concession
● $119 Oasis Club VIP (includes 3 premium drinks + all-day access)
Until then, you can still lock in Early Bird pricing, including the popular Sunday Local Ticket presented by Ausbuild, available for just $20 (including fees).
Many masterclasses and premium events are already at capacity, and Friday locals’ tickets have sold out completely. If you’re planning to come, now’s the time to book.
Whether you’re dropping in for a long lunch and live music or spending the day soaking it up in The Oasis Club, the festival has something for every foodie, wine lover and good-times chaser.
🎟 Tickets and full program at moretonbayfoodandwine.com.au