Steam & Smoke BBQ

7 SEPTEMBER 2025

Queensland Museum Rail Workshops

This Father's Day, gather the whole family for a day of smoky flavours, vintage charm, and hands-on fun at Steam & Smoke BBQ.

Set within Queensland's original Rail Workshops, this all-ages day celebrates mouth-watering barbeque, live music, heritage workshops, and vintage displays for a truly unforgettable experience.

Feast on flavour and history: Enjoy a mouth-watering lineup of barbeque and steamed delights from food trucks, or bring your own picnic.
Vintage Vibes & Live Tunes: Toe-tapping swing by The Memphis Movers, the quirky charm of roving performer Uptown Brown, and lively performances from the Amberley Brass Band will set the mood for a day of celebration and entertainment.

Step Back in Time: Wander among vintage locomotives, restored machinery and heritage workshops, where blacksmiths, leatherworkers and potters bring the past to life. Don't miss the Historic Motorcycle Showcase and Moveable Type Studio, a fully-functioning antique print workshop.
Get Hands-on: Roll up your sleeves in one of our Heritage Workshops.

Dress to Impress: Come in your best vintage threads and strike a pose in their Black and White Vintage Photobooth.
Food and Refreshments: Enjoy barista-made coffee, hot chips and hearty meals at the Dining Hall Cafe, or indulge in smoky meats and more from our hand-picked food trucks.

Steam Train: Step onto the platform and get up close with steam locomotive BB18¼ 1089.

  • Cafe
  • Carpark
  • Coach Parking
  • Conference/Convention Facilities
  • Family Friendly
  • Non Smoking
  • Parents Room
  • Public Toilet
  • Shop / Gift Shop
  • An access and inclusion statement is available (make this available on your website).