When Do BBQs Go on Sale in Australia in 2026?
BBQs in Australia usually go on sale at EOFY (late May to 30 June), Black Friday and Cyber Monday (27 to 30 November 2026), Boxing Day (26 December 2026) and in the lead-up to Father's Day, with The Good Guys running BBQ deal sections in each. How to time it, what size to buy, and going through ShopBack before you pay.
Short answer. In Australia, BBQs usually go on sale in four windows: EOFY (late May to 30 June), the lead-up to Father's Day in early September, Black Friday and Cyber Monday (Friday 27 to Monday 30 November 2026) and Boxing Day (Saturday 26 December 2026). The Good Guys, for example, runs a BBQ deals section in its EOFY, Black Friday and Boxing Day sales, according to its own sale pages at the time of writing. For camping and caravan BBQs, outdoor stores such as BCF and 4WD Supacentre are worth checking too. Whichever store wins, open ShopBack, tap the store, then check out.
ShopBack Australia is a free app and website that gives you money back when you shop online at thousands of stores, including The Good Guys, BCF and 4WD Supacentre. You open the store from ShopBack, shop as normal, and part of what you spend comes back to your ShopBack account as cash you can withdraw. New members can join free at shopback.com.au/signup.
Sources. The Good Guys' EOFY, Black Friday, Boxing Day and Father's Day sale pages, its BBQ range page and BBQ buying guide, Weber Australia's own website, at the time of writing in October 2026. We do not list BBQ prices, because they change often; compare the exact model on the day you buy.
When do BBQs go on sale in Australia?
The short version: EOFY in June, Father's Day in September, Black Friday in late November and Boxing Day in late December. Here is how the year usually plays out, based on what The Good Guys says about its own sales:
| Sale window | When (dates as stated by The Good Guys) | What it says about BBQs |
|---|---|---|
| EOFY | Late May to 30 June each year | BBQs see strong demand because EOFY falls at the start of the Australian winter; EOFY BBQ deals section |
| Father's Day | First Sunday of September (Sunday 5 September in 2027) | BBQs and BBQ accessories feature in its Father's Day gift range; BBQ Deals section |
| Black Friday and Cyber Monday | Black Friday 2026 is Friday 27 November; Cyber Monday starts Monday 30 November | BBQs listed among Black Friday deal categories |
| Boxing Day | Boxing Day 2026 is Saturday 26 December | BBQ Sale category; prior-year models often at their most accessible prices |
A simple routine that works for most buyers:
- Pick the model before the sale starts. Decide on fuel type, burner count and size first (more on that below), so you are comparing one model across stores rather than browsing.
- Watch the price for a few weeks. The Good Guys suggests keeping an eye on prices from early November for Black Friday, because early offers come ahead of the main event.
- Compare the same model at two or three stores on the day, including delivery, assembly and gas bottle costs.
- Before you pay, open ShopBack, tap the store, then check out.
Steps 1 to 3 find the lowest sale price. Step 4 lowers what you actually end up paying for it. Sale price plus money back through ShopBack is the usual way to pay least during big sales.
BBQ sale Australia 2026: what is still to come this year
For the rest of 2026, the two big BBQ sale windows left are Black Friday and Boxing Day.
- Black Friday and Cyber Monday. The Good Guys says Black Friday 2026 falls on Friday 27 November and runs through the weekend, leading into Cyber Monday, which starts on Monday 30 November. It lists BBQs among its Black Friday deal categories and notes that Black Friday stock may be limited and the sale does not last long.
- Boxing Day. The Good Guys says Boxing Day 2026 is on Saturday 26 December, and lists a BBQ Sale category for its Boxing Day sale. It describes Boxing Day as worth considering for post-Christmas upgrades, with prior-year models often at their most accessible prices of the year.
If you need a BBQ before summer entertaining starts, Black Friday is usually the earlier of the two. If you can wait until after Christmas, Boxing Day gives you a second chance at the same model. For more on what else drops in price in November, see what's most discounted during Black Friday in Australia.
Do BBQs go on sale at EOFY?
Yes, EOFY is one of the main BBQ sale windows in Australia. The Good Guys says its EOFY sale runs from late May through to 30 June, with new offers added throughout the season. It also says that because EOFY falls at the start of the Australian winter, heaters, air conditioners and BBQs see strong demand, and it lists BBQs from Weber, BeefEater and Gasmate in its EOFY range.
The Good Guys breaks EOFY timing down like this:
- Late May: potential early offers on selected tech and small appliances.
- Early to mid June: a steady roll of category offers.
- Final two weeks of June: where it says you may find the most offers on big-ticket appliances and tech, with high demand and limited stock on popular models.
EOFY suits buyers who like to plan ahead for the warmer months. For a full rundown of the EOFY calendar, see when EOFY sales run and what's worth buying.
Father's Day: a smaller BBQ sale window in September
Retailers often feature BBQs in their Father's Day gift ranges. The Good Guys lists BBQs, plus BBQ accessories such as mitts, drip pans, grill baskets and cleaning gear, in its Father's Day gifts page, which includes a BBQ Deals section. Australia celebrates Father's Day on the first Sunday of September every year, and The Good Guys says Father's Day 2027 is on Sunday 5 September.
Father's Day deals are usually narrower than EOFY or Black Friday, so treat this window as a good time for accessories, covers and smaller portable models rather than the main event for a big built-in BBQ.
BBQ sale best deals in Australia in 2026: where the savings usually come from
The best BBQ deals usually come from timing, choosing last year's model, and paying less on the order itself. Here is where the savings tend to come from:
- Big sale events. EOFY, Black Friday and Boxing Day, as above.
- Prior-year models. The Good Guys says Boxing Day often brings prior-year models at their most accessible prices of the year. When a brand refreshes its range, the outgoing model can be the better value buy.
- Bundles and accessories. A cover, a gas bottle or a tool set bundled in can be worth more than a small price cut. Price the bundle against buying the pieces separately.
- Delivery and assembly. Large BBQs are bulky. Check the delivery fee and whether assembly is included before you compare headline prices.
- Going through ShopBack before you pay. This lowers the effective price of online orders, as explained below.
A worked example with illustrative numbers (not real prices or rates):
| Step | Amount |
|---|---|
| Usual price of a four burner gas BBQ | $1,000 |
| Sale price at Black Friday, 20% off | $800 |
Your effective price is the $800 sale price minus the Cashback, at the rate shown on the store's ShopBack page.
BCF vs Harvey Norman: comparing a BBQ sale price
The fair way to compare is the same model, on the same day, with delivery and assembly included. Store prices move during sale events, so a price that wins on Friday may not win on Monday.
- BCF is on ShopBack Australia. Before you check out at BCF online, open the BCF page on ShopBack.
- Harvey Norman sells BBQs too, so price the same model there on the same day, including delivery and assembly.
- 4WD Supacentre is also on ShopBack Australia and suits shoppers kitting out a 4WD, camper or caravan.
If two stores land on the same sale price, the store you can go through ShopBack with will usually work out cheaper after the money comes back, so check its live rate before you decide.
Which BBQ to buy: size, fuel and type
Deciding on the right BBQ before the sale starts is what lets you move fast when the price drops. The Good Guys' BBQ buying guide and range page give a useful starting point.
Size. Burners or cooking zones are a good measure of size. According to The Good Guys:
| Who you cook for | Suggested size |
|---|---|
| One to four people | Compact BBQ with one to three burners |
| Five to 10 people | Four or five burners, the most common size, usually with both a plate and a grill |
| Large groups and gatherings | Five to six burners |
It also suggests measuring your space, because bigger BBQs cost more to buy, use more gas during a cook and need more room.
Fuel. According to The Good Guys:
- Gas is the most popular type in Australia. It gives instant, adjustable heat and runs on LPG bottles or natural gas, which needs to be plumbed in by a licensed professional. Gas BBQs need a well-ventilated space and cannot be used indoors.
- Electric suits balconies, small spaces and rentals, heats without a flame and is easy to clean, but does not reach the same charring temperatures.
- Charcoal gives food a smoky char flavour but needs patience and skill.
Type. Built-in BBQs usually need a natural gas connection installed by a licensed professional; freestanding models need no installation and often have four to five burners; portable models suit campers and renters and usually only need an LPG bottle to get started. For versatility, The Good Guys recommends BBQs split 50-50 between hotplates and grill plates.
Brands. Weber's Australian range, for example, covers gas (Spirit, Genesis, Summit), the Q range (Baby Q, Weber Q, Family Q+), charcoal kettles, wood pellet, griddles and electric models, according to Weber Australia's website. The Good Guys stocks brands including Weber, BeefEater, Ninja and Gasmate.
Where to buy a BBQ in Australia
BBQs in Australia are sold by appliance stores such as The Good Guys, hardware stores such as Bunnings, barbecue specialists such as Barbeques Galore, outdoor stores such as BCF and 4WD Supacentre, and brands that sell direct such as Weber, among others. If you want a BBQ for camping, the caravan or the 4WD, check outdoor stores alongside appliance stores before you decide. When you buy online from a store that is on ShopBack, open its ShopBack page before you pay.
How ShopBack lowers the price of your BBQ
ShopBack lowers the effective price of your BBQ order after you pay. The routine is simple: open ShopBack, tap the store, then check out. Going through ShopBack takes a few seconds, and part of what you spend comes back as Cashback.
Cashback lowers what you actually pay for an order. It comes back as cash, so it works like a discount on the price, not like points or miles. Once it confirms, you can withdraw it to your bank account.
How to do it, step by step:
- Open ShopBack Australia (app or website) and search for the store: The Good Guys, BCF or 4WD Supacentre.
- Check the rate shown on that page.
- Tap through to the store and check out.
- The cash shows in your ShopBack account as pending, then confirms later.
Working out what the BBQ really costs. Your effective price is what you pay minus the cash ShopBack returns. Check the live rate on the store's ShopBack page before you buy, because it varies by store and category and changes over time.
For more on doing this the right way every time, see how to activate ShopBack before you buy and how to get the most from mega sales.
Promo codes, price beats and ShopBack together
The sale price is what you pay at the store. No code is needed for Cashback: go through ShopBack before you pay.
Paying with a rewards credit card usually earns whatever your card normally pays on the amount charged; your card issuer sets the reward.
Key takeaways
- BBQs in Australia usually go on sale at EOFY (late May to 30 June), around Father's Day (first Sunday of September), on Black Friday and Cyber Monday (27 to 30 November 2026) and on Boxing Day (26 December 2026).
- The Good Guys runs BBQ deal sections in its EOFY, Black Friday and Boxing Day sales, and says Boxing Day often brings prior-year models at their most accessible prices.
- Choose size and fuel before the sale: one to three burners for up to four people, four or five for five to 10, five to six for big groups.
- Compare the same model at two or three stores on the day, including delivery and assembly.
- Open ShopBack, tap the store, then check out. Your effective price is what you pay minus the cash ShopBack returns.
Frequently asked questions
When do BBQs go on sale in Australia?
In Australia, BBQs usually go on sale during four windows: EOFY (late May to 30 June), the lead-up to Father's Day on the first Sunday of September, Black Friday and Cyber Monday (27 to 30 November 2026) and Boxing Day (Saturday 26 December 2026). The Good Guys, for example, runs BBQ deal sections in its EOFY, Black Friday and Boxing Day sales. Before you pay, go through ShopBack so part of what you spend comes back.
What is the best time to buy a BBQ in Australia in 2026?
For the rest of 2026, the two big windows left are Black Friday on Friday 27 November, running through the weekend into Cyber Monday on 30 November, and Boxing Day on Saturday 26 December. If you can wait until 2027, EOFY from late May to 30 June is the other main window. The Good Guys suggests watching prices from early November, because early Black Friday offers come ahead of the main event.
Do BBQs go on sale at EOFY?
Usually, yes. The Good Guys says its EOFY sale runs from late May to 30 June, and that because EOFY falls at the start of the Australian winter, heaters, air conditioners and BBQs see strong demand. It lists BBQs from Weber, BeefEater and Gasmate in its EOFY range and runs an EOFY BBQ deals section. The final two weeks of June are where it says you may find the most offers on big-ticket items.
Are BBQs cheaper on Black Friday in Australia?
They often are, at the retailers that include them. The Good Guys lists BBQs among its Black Friday deal categories, and says Black Friday 2026 falls on Friday 27 November, runs through the weekend and leads into Cyber Monday on Monday 30 November. Compare the sale price of the exact model you want against its usual price before you buy.
Do BBQs go on sale on Boxing Day?
Often, yes. The Good Guys lists a BBQ Sale category in its Boxing Day sale and says Boxing Day 2026 is on Saturday 26 December. It also says Boxing Day is worth considering for post-Christmas upgrades, with prior-year models often at their most accessible prices of the year.
Are BBQs discounted for Father's Day?
Retailers often feature them. The Good Guys lists BBQs and BBQ accessories such as mitts, drip pans, grill baskets and cleaning gear in its Father's Day gift range, with a BBQ Deals section. Australia celebrates Father's Day on the first Sunday of September, and The Good Guys says Father's Day 2027 is on Sunday 5 September.
Is a BBQ cheaper at BCF or Harvey Norman?
It depends on the model and the day, so compare the same BBQ at both stores at the time you buy, including delivery and any assembly fees. BCF is on ShopBack Australia, so you can go through ShopBack before you check out there. For Harvey Norman, compare the full price you would pay on the day, including delivery.
What size BBQ do I need?
Count the people you usually cook for. The Good Guys suggests a compact BBQ with one to three burners for one to four people, a four or five burner model for five to 10 people, and five to six burners for large groups. Measure your space first, because bigger BBQs cost more to buy and use more gas.
Should I buy a gas, electric or charcoal BBQ?
Gas is the most popular type in Australia, according to The Good Guys, and gives instant, adjustable heat from LPG bottles or plumbed natural gas. Electric suits balconies and small spaces because it heats without a flame, but it does not reach the same charring temperatures. Charcoal gives a smoky flavour but takes more patience and skill.
How does ShopBack lower the price of a BBQ?
ShopBack Australia lowers the effective price of an online BBQ order after you pay. Open ShopBack, tap the store, then check out. Going through ShopBack takes a few seconds, and part of what you spend comes back as Cashback. Your effective price is what you pay minus the cash ShopBack returns; each store's live rate is on its ShopBack page.
Can I use a promo code and ShopBack on the same BBQ order?
No code is needed for Cashback: go through ShopBack before you pay. Your effective price is what you pay minus the Cashback, at the rate shown on the store's ShopBack page.
Related reads
Disclaimer
The views in this article are those of the author. BBQ prices, sale dates, deal categories, bundles, delivery and assembly fees vary by store and change often; check each store's site before you buy. Prices in the worked example are illustrative. Gas BBQs connected to natural gas need installation by a licensed professional. ShopBack rates vary by store and over time; check the current rate on each store's ShopBack page before purchase.
This article is general information only and is not financial advice.
Related guides
When Are EOFY Sales in Australia, and What's Worth Buying in 2027?
Australia's EOFY sales run in the weeks before 30 June, the last day of the financial year. TVs, laptops, fridges, washing machines and small appliances lead the deals at JB Hi-Fi, The Good Guys and Myer. Here is when the sales run, what is worth buying, and how to lower the price you pay.
What Items Are Most Discounted During Black Friday in Australia 2026?
Black Friday 2026 in Australia is Friday 27 November, with Cyber Monday on 30 November. TVs, laptops, phones, headphones, gaming gear, coffee machines, vacuums, hair tools and whitegoods are the categories JB Hi-Fi and The Good Guys put on sale, while Big W leans on toys and gifts. How to compare and how to go through ShopBack before you pay.
The Good Guys Discounts and Deals
The Good Guys discount, coupon, and cashback guide for AU shoppers. Where the real savings come from on appliances, TVs, and computing, when the sale windows land (EOFY, Click Frenzy, Black Friday, Cyber Monday, Boxing Day), and how ShopBack Australia cashback stacks on top.
When Do Vacuum Cleaners Usually Go on Sale in Australia in 2026?
When vacuum cleaners usually go on sale in Australia in 2026: the Amazon Prime events, Black Friday on 27 November, Boxing Day and EOFY, how Amazon, The Good Guys and Big W compare, and why you start on ShopBack before you check out.
Cashback on EOFY & Black Friday
Plan your list ahead, check boosted rates the day before, click through at sale start, pay with a rewards card. Applies to EOFY, Click Frenzy, and Boxing Day.