2026 Melbourne Royal Australian Food Awards Trophy Presentation

Experience the pinnacle of Australian food excellence at the highly anticipated Melbourne Royal Australian Food Awards Trophy Presentation. This is your chance to celebrate the very best in the nation, from exceptional dairy, smallgoods and meat, to outstanding sweet and savoury preserves, alongside the exciting return of Olive Oil and Bread & Baked Goods.

Set in the iconic MasterChef Kitchen, this exclusive event delivers an unforgettable culinary journey. Indulge in award-winning produce, expertly crafted canapés and premium beverages as you immerse yourself in the flavours defining Australia’s finest producers.

Join industry leaders, innovators and tastemakers for an evening of recognition, connection and inspiration.

Be part of the celebration—this is where Australia’s best is crowned.

As an added bonus, your ticket includes complimentary entry to the 2026 Melbourne Royal Show (valued at $49.50), included at no extra cost.

 

Event Details

Date: Wednesday 30 September 2026

Time: 2.30pm – 5.30pm

Location: MasterChef Kitchen, Melbourne Showgrounds, Epsom Road, Ascot Vale

Cost: Melbourne Royal Members & Exhibitors $130.00 inc. GST, Non Members & Non Exhibitors $1.00 inc. GST

Dress: Smart Casual
Please note: Stilettos and high heels are not permitted in the MasterChef Kitchen, however block heels are accepted.

 

Getting There

PEDESTRIAN AND RIDE DROP OFF: Entry available via all gates. 

CAR: There are plenty of car parking options around Melbourne Showgrounds. Please refer to the Melbourne Royal Show website for details.

TRAIN: Metro trains run from Flinders Street Station, stopping at Southern Cross and North Melbourne stations.

TRAM: Route 57 from Stop 1 Elizabeth St/Flinders St to Stop 32 Sandown Rd/Epsom Rd. Extra trams run every day of the Show. Extra tram services on route 57 will run every day.

BUS: 404 and 472 services travel regularly to Melbourne Showgrounds precinct.