Fired Up BBQ Festival Accommodation - Kerigold Chalets

Planning to attend Fired Up Barbecue Festival 2026? Kerigold Chalets offers the perfect accommodation base in Kerikeri, just 5 minutes from The Old Packhouse festival venue. Our comfortable, self-contained studios provide a convenient retreat where you can relax between BBQ tastings, live music, and festival activities while being incredibly close to all the action on Saturday 28 March 2026.

Fired Up Barbecue Festival celebrates flame-grilled, low and slow, earth cooked, charcoaled, smoked and wood-fired BBQ at The Old Packhouse, Kerikeri. The festival features the Tai Tokerau Low & Slow BBQ Competition, renowned pitmasters, live music, EXPO zone, and eating challenges. Our studios offer unbeatable convenience - just 5 minutes drive (2.5 km) or a 15-minute walk down Kerikeri Road to the festival venue. Learn more about the festival and start planning your BBQ weekend in Kerikeri.

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Festival Information:

  • Event: Fired Up Barbecue Festival 2026
  • Date: Saturday 28 March 2026
  • Time: 1:00pm - 9:00pm
  • Location: The Old Packhouse Market, 505 Kerikeri Road, Kerikeri
  • Distance from Kerigold Chalets: Just 5 minutes drive (2.5 km) or 15-minute walk
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  • Full Details: View our complete festival guide

Fired Up Barbecue Festival celebrates all styles of BBQ - flame-grilled, low and slow, earth cooked, charcoaled, smoked and wood-fired. The festival features the Tai Tokerau Low & Slow BBQ Competition (NZ Barbeque Alliance sanctioned), renowned pitmasters, live music, EXPO zone, demonstrations, eating challenges, and multiple covered bar areas. With expanded vendor lineup and a second stage for demos and prize-giving, this will be one epic BBQ celebration in the beautiful Bay of Islands setting.

Why Choose Kerigold Chalets for BBQ Festival Accommodation:

  • Ultra-Convenient Location: Just 5 minutes drive (2.5 km) from The Old Packhouse - incredibly close to the festival venue
  • Walking Distance: Can walk to the festival in 15 minutes if you prefer - perfect for enjoying wine and beer tastings
  • Self-Contained Studios: Full kitchen facilities, comfortable beds, private bathrooms, and living areas
  • Free Parking: Ample secure off-street parking for all guests
  • Peaceful Setting: Quiet location for restful evenings after a full day of BBQ, music, and festival activities
  • Explore Kerikeri: Perfect base for exploring Kerikeri's restaurants, cafés, wineries, and attractions
  • Book Direct Benefits: Best rates guaranteed when you book directly - no booking fees
  • Local Knowledge: We can provide directions, parking tips, and recommendations for your festival visit

Our studios provide unbeatable convenience for festival-goers. Spend your day enjoying world-class BBQ from renowned pitmasters, watching the competition, enjoying live music, and exploring the EXPO zone, then simply walk or drive 5 minutes back to your comfortable studio for a restful evening. The incredibly close location means you can easily come and go throughout the 1:00pm-9:00pm festival, with the flexibility to return to your studio for a break if needed. Book early as accommodation fills quickly during this popular BBQ festival weekend.