Blues, Booze and BBQs

June 30, 2025

Blues, Booze and BBQs

MANIAX Newstead Sunday 27 July

Get ready for 2 hours of axe throwing, ice-cold beers, rockabilly tunes, and an epic BBQ showdown as two of Brisbane’s best BBQ caterers go head-to-head for your vote.

For just $65pp, you'll score:

  • 2 tasting plates (one from each of Brissie's most loved BBQ caterers)
  • 2 beers (provided by Blackflag and Travla)
  • Live tunes from Jake & The Cadillacs
  • And of course, hurling hatchets under the guidance of our AXE-perts.

So grab your crew and join us for the ultimate Sunday sesh, where the flavour is fierce and the vibes are fire.

Limited spots. Book now or miss out.

Event info

Caterers

Two of Brisbane’s top BBQ Caterers are going head-to-head in the ultimate BBQ battle – and you get to decide the winner!

Every guest receives a tasting plate from each caterer, then casts their vote for the champion. The winning caterer will return to defend their title at the next Blues, Booze & BBQs showdown.


Flaming horns BBQ

“Puff” is a home grown Queenslander and military veteran who brings the smokey flavours of Texas to his low n slow BBQ.

After spending 5 years living in Texas, and finding his perfect match (a Texan military veteran), he decided to bring home his bride and his BBQ to unleash on Aussie shores! They’ve been happily catering to SE QLD ever since.

Pete’s BBQ catering

Pete started pursuing his love for cooking at the tender age of 18. He has worked in many fine dining establishments, and even catered to the prestigious Formula One race events in Europe!

Pete moved to Australia in 2014 and refined his passion for cooking with fire, focusing on all the most important parts - Meat. Veg. Fire & smoke!

Beer suppliers

Blackflag Brewing

Made for misfits and beer lovers, Blackflag Brewing crafts bold, rebellious beers on the Sunshine Coast.


Travla

Founded by Travis Fimmel and a couple of his farmboy mates, travla is a crisp, easy-drinking Aussie lager brewed for adventure, mateship, and good times.

Band

Jake and The Cadillacs

Since forming in 2012, Jake & The Cadillacs have become a staple of Australia's rockabilly scene. Hailing from the East Coast, this dynamic trio combines gritty rockabilly, electrifying rock 'n' roll, swing and blues, and into a signature sound that's both timeless and refreshingly original.

Terms and Conditions

Please arrive 15 minutes ahead of the event time, allowing time for parking. Our sessions have a strict start and end time.

Participants must be 18 years or older at time of event.

Closed-toed shoes must be worn at all times when participating in axe throwing.

To participate in axe throwing activities all participants must agree to our Terms and Conditions, as set out in our Waiver: www.maniax.com.au/terms-and-conditions

Blues, Booze and BBQs

Get ready for 2 hours of axe throwing, ice-cold beers, rockabilly tunes, and an epic BBQ showdown!
27 July
12pm - 4pm
‍Newstead
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