Big Brass Barbecue

Kick off the January long weekend with sunshine, sound and serious groove at HOTA’s Big Brass Barbeque at HOTA. Taking over the Outdoor Stage on Saturday, this high-energy afternoon brings together bold brass, bouncing rhythms and feel-good festival vibes.

Leading the charge is the legendary 20-piece Melbourne Ska Orchestra, delivering their trademark explosion of ska, reggae and big band brilliance under the direction of Nicky Bomba. They’re joined by ska favourites The Porkers, plus Heavy Wax bringing deep funk flavours to the mix. Add DJ sets from Tyron Noonan and the atmosphere stays lively from first beat to last.

Perfect for music lovers of all ages, the afternoon invites dancing, lounging and soaking up the summer air. Fuel the fun with BBQ bites and food truck classics, while the fully licensed bar keeps the drinks flowing.