31 AUG - 3 SEP 2026 | Melbourne Convention & Exhibition Centre
What’s more Aussie than a classic meat pie? For over three decades, the Official Great Aussie Pie Competition has celebrated the humble pie and its flaky pastry cousins as true national treasures.
Now in its 38th year, this fiercely loved industry competition brings together experts from across the country to find the best pie in Australia. Hosted by the Great Aussie Pie Council and judged live on the show floor, it’s more than a tradition — it’s a benchmark for bakeries doing it well.
Watch up close as expert judges put Australia’s best pies, sausage rolls and pastries to the taste test, critiquing everything from flavour and texture to presentation and consistency. Judging categories include:
The Official Great Aussie Pie Competition returns 31 August to 3 September 2026 at Melbourne Convention & Exhibition Centre. Subscribe to stay up to date with entry details and judging announcements.
