Get ready for the ultimate weekend filled with electrifying blues music and mouth-watering BBQ delights at New Zealand Blues and BBQ Festival in Rotorua from Fri 29 Nov to Sun 1 Dec!

Drumroll for the headliners...two of New Zealand's most renowned blues bands Sir Midge Marsden (MNZM) and The Human Instinct.

With a career spanning four decades, Sir Midge Marsden (MNZM) is a living legend in the Kiwi blues scene. His energetic performances and masterful guitar skills have captivated audiences around the world, including four US tours. Known for their dynamic fusion of blues, rock, and psychedelic sounds, The Human Instinct has been a staple in the New Zealand music scene since the late 1960s. Their electrifying performances always leave audiences wanting more. Original band member Maurice Greer shows he's still got what it takes on lead vocals and drums.

Adding to the festive atmosphere, local pit masters and winners of the "Cooks on Fire" TV show, Black Label Barbecue, will be back again this year. Plus loads more smoky, savoury and sweet BBQ masters will be on site. This festival is a true paradise for BBQ lovers, providing the opportunity to watch New Zealand's best pit masters as they compete in two internationally sanctioned BBQ competitions. While these teams are cooking purely for the judges, there will be many delicious vendors covering your favourite hot and fast and traditional low and slow barbecue.

Festival goers will experience the raw emotion and powerful performances of some of the best blues artists in Aotearoa and beyond. The event is family-friendly fun with a range of activities for all ages, making it a perfect weekend getaway for families!

Early Bird and VIP tickets are on sale now, for a limited time only! 

New Zealand Blues and BBQ Festival 2024

Fri 29 Nov - Sun 1 Dec 2024

Rotorua Lakefront Village Green, Bay of Plenty