Brisbane Burger Fest 2019

Overview

Ever had a hankering for a burger, but couldn't decide which joint to visit? Thanks to Brisbane's hefty array of burg-slinging places, we've been there, and often. Trust The Triffid to come up with a solution, courtesy of a day-long dedicated celebration.

From 11am on Saturday, August 17, the Newstead music venue is once again shutting down Stratton Street and serving up the Brisbane festival we had to have. Plenty of food festivals have come and gone, but Brisbane Burger Fest was always going to be back for another helping — behaviour that you'll likely copy on the day.

For those wondering about the festival's burger credentials, Miss Kay's, 5 Boroughs, Lucky Egg, MooFree Burgers, Ben's Burgers, Ze Pickle and The Triffid's own burgers will all be on offer, with each eatery whipping up their usual favourites and coming up with a special Burger Fest creation as well. There'll also be an official burger-eating competition as part of the festivities (of course there will be). If you don't think you can handle taking part, that's okay — everyone at Burger Fest will be seeing how many burgs they can eat in their own way, after all.

Making a burger street party even better, The Triffid's beer garden will be showcasing live music all day, a beer pong arena is on the agenda, and so are live art installations and a food hall. Drinks-wise, Stone & Wood and Green Beacon Brewing Co will be taking care of the brews.

Tickets cost $5 — and they're expected to get snapped up quickly.

Image: 5 Boroughs.