More than just footy
In the era of big stadia, the Beer Footy & Food Festival is a step back in time to when going to the footy was a weekly ritual to look forward to, a day out for family and friends to sit on the hill, to throw the footy around at half time and to watch a bit of footy every now and again.
The Beer Footy and Food Festival is more than just an epic day out, it's a way of life! Bringing together footy fans, beer enthusiasts and foodies for a shared experience. Each event boasts a curated selection of local craft breweries showcasing their finest brews and a range of gourmet food stalls to tantalize your tastebuds…plus plenty of other surprises along the way!
Henson Park - Where it all started.
The festival returns to its spiritual home Henson Park, celebrating 10 years of the Beer Footy & Food Festival on the hill.
It was here a decade ago that the idea first came to life — bringing together craft beer, great food and suburban rugby league to create the kind of day out that feels like a throwback to the golden era of the game.
Few grounds capture that feeling quite like Henson Park. Walk through the gates and it feels like stepping back in time — fans spread across the hill, kids kicking footies between the trees and the unmistakable buzz of a crowd enjoying a proper day at the footy.
But as always with the Beer Footy & Food Festival, the entertainment doesn’t stop when the whistle blows.
Returning favourites Pro Wrestling Australia (PWA) will once again bring their larger-than-life ringside action to the hill, while the now-infamous Streaker Bullrush returns — the festival’s most ridiculous and hilarious spectacle, where brave (or questionable) volunteers attempt to sprint across the field while avoiding a pursuing pack of security guards.
This year’s main game will see the Newtown Jets take on the Newcastle Knights, adding another chapter to the Jets’ proud history at the ground they’ve called home since 1936.
With a huge lineup of craft brewers, street food vendors, DJs, family activities and thousands of fans expected on the hill, the 10-year celebration at Henson Park promises to be the biggest and most entertaining edition yet.
After all, when it comes to beer, footy and a proper day on the hill — Henson Park is where the Beer Footy & Food Festival began.
More than just footy
In the era of big stadia, the Beer Footy & Food Festival is a step back in time to when going to the footy was a weekly ritual to look forward to, a day out for family and friends to sit on the hill, to throw the footy around at half time and to watch a bit of footy every now and again.
The Beer Footy and Food Festival is more than just an epic day out, it's a way of life! Bringing together footy fans, beer enthusiasts and foodies for a shared experience. Each event boasts a curated selection of local craft breweries showcasing their finest brews and a range of gourmet food stalls to tantalize your tastebuds…plus plenty of other surprises along the way!
