Fashions on the Field returns to Thoroughbred Park for another massive TAB Melbourne Cup Race Day competition. Photo: Dalice Trost.
Celebrate Melbourne Cup Race Day (Tuesday 7 November) from the comfort of the capital’s best bars, restaurants and racing venues.
Choose from a range of race day packages at Thoroughbred Park and witness the thrill of live racing and the colourful Fashions on the Field competition.
Lunch and a variety of live entertainment are also on offer at several Canberra venues, including The Alby, The Dock, Canberra Southern Cross Club and more.
Fashions on the Field returns to Thoroughbred Park for another massive TAB Melbourne Cup Race Day competition. Photo: Dalice Trost.
TAB Melbourne Cup Race Day at Thoroughbred Park
When: Tuesday 7 November, from 10:30 am
Where: Thoroughbred Park, 1 Randwick Road, Lyneham
Cost: From $20, book tickets on Thoroughbred Park’s website.
Fashion, music and the thrill of live racing. The biggest day on the Australian racing calendar, TAB Melbourne Cup Race Day, returns to Thoroughbred Park in 2023. Set up trackside and take in the racing action, followed by Fashions on the Field, live music and DJs, roving entertainers, premium food vans and a special on-course giveaway. Plus, party on after at the RUC in Turner.
The Alby’s head chef Joel Miller will be cooking up a storm for Melbourne Cup day patrons. Photo: Michelle Kroll.
Melbourne Cup at The Alby
When: Tuesday 7 November, from 11:30 am
Where: The Alby, 45 Furzer Street, Phillip
Cost: $120 per person, book tickets on The Alby’s website.
Don your race day best and join The Alby for a day of delicious bites, fabulous cocktails, friends and good times. The Alby, in conjunction with Oatley Estate Wines, Woodford Reserve and Bombay Sapphire, is throwing a spring racing day party not to be missed. Enjoy a four-hour food and beverage package, TVs to watch all the action, prizes and entertainment, and a DJ and live music.
QT Canberra is celebrating a racing renaissance where it’s all about OTT fun and expressing yourself however you see fit. Photo: QT Hotel.
Melbourne Cup at QT Canberra
When: Tuesday 7 November, 12 pm to 3:30 pm
Where: Capitol Bar & Grill, 1 London Circuit, Canberra
Cost: From $140 per person, book tickets on QT Canberra’s website.
Celebrate Cup Day with a twist that’s purely QT. Think: drinks at the ready, HIT 104.7’s Ned & Josh on the mics and the Baker Boys live on the deck. Plus a ‘Fashions on the QT Field’ competition, an Aperol Spritz pop-up and Hendrick’s cart serving gin and tonics, and canapés curated by executive chef Michael Box. And from 3 pm, soak in the sunset from the QT Lounge 15 floors up.
Soak up the summer sun from the outdoor terrace or relax inside at the Lounge Bar with canapés and a cold drink. Photo: Rydges.
Melbourne Cup at Rydges Canberra
When: Tuesday 7 November, 1 pm to 3:30 pm
Where: Rydges Canberra, 17 Canberra Avenue, Forrest
Cost: From $119 per person, book tickets on the Rydges website.
Experience the bustle of Melbourne Cup at Rydges’ Lounge Bar cocktail party. Soak up the summer sun and cheer on the action from the outdoor terrace or relax inside with a glass of champagne and curated canapés, including Coffin Bay oysters and Pearl meat ceviche. Tickets include a 2.5-hour beverage package, two hours of roving canapés, sweeps and live race day coverage.
Two lunches. Two locations. One big day of racing action. Will you choose Woden or Yarralumla? Photo: Canberra Southern Cross Club.
Melbourne Cup at Canberra Southern Cross Club
When: Tuesday 7 November, from 12 pm
Where: Canberra Southern Cross Club Woden, 92-96 Corinna Street, Woden and Canberra Southern Cross Yacht Club, Mariner Place, Yarralumla
Cost: $95 to $105 per person, book tickets on the Canberra Southern Cross Club website for the Woden buffet lunch and the Yacht Club long lunch.
Watch the race that stops the nation at a choice of two Canberra Southern Cross Club venues. At Woden, enjoy a buffet lunch featuring seafood and a glass of Arras on arrival set to the backdrop of live music. Or sit down for a long lunch at the Yacht Club, with a four-course lunch and glass of sparkling on arrival. There will also be sweeps and prizes throughout the day across both venues.
Melbourne Cup 2023 will be celebrated across three venues in the Realm Precinct. Photo: Doma Hotels.
Melbourne Cup at Realm Precinct
When: Tuesday 7 November, from 11:30 am
Where: Hotel Realm, 18 National Circuit, Canberra
Cost: $190 to $260 per person, book tickets on the Hotel Realm website.
Doma Hotels in conjunction with Piper Heidsieck Champagne and Underground Spirits will be throwing Melbourne Cup parties at three venues in the Realm Precinct, including Ostani Bar, Louis Dining and Leyla Bar. Choose between VIP packages at Leyla and Louis or general admission at Ostani. All tickets include a four-hour food and beverage package, prizes and entertainment.
Suit up and unpack your fascinator because the Melbourne Cup is coming to the Duxton! Photo: The Duxton.
Melbourne Cup at The Duxton
When: Tuesday 7 November, 12 pm to 4 pm
Where: The Duxton, 8 Macpherson Street, O’Connor
Cost: $129 to $149, book tickets on the Duxton website.
The Melbourne Cup is coming to The Duxton! Watch the race live on the big screen over a four-course dining experience, starting with focaccia, smoked meats and stuffed bell peppers, followed by tuna tartare, fried squid, wood roasted scotch fillet, pan fried barramundi, salads and desserts. A drinks package featuring beers, ciders, wines and non-alcoholic beverages is also included.
The Dock Kingston has taken out Canberra’s best Sports & Entertainment Venue six years straight and Canberra’s Best Pub in 2021. Photo: The Dock.
Melbourne Cup at The Dock
When: Tuesday 7 November, from 11:30 am
Where: The Dock, 7/81 Giles Street, Kingston
Cost: Free entry, book a table on The Dock website.
Catch all the Melbourne Cup racing action live on big screens while enjoying a Cup Day lunch special, including Flemington Fizz cocktails and prawn buckets. There will also be commentary and sweeps during the race and a party with live music afterwards. Plus enjoy scenic views from inside or the dog-friendly beer garden, courtesy of the pub’s lakeside Kingston Foreshore location.
Watch the race in comfy chairs at one of the Eastlake clubs. Photo: Eastlake Group.
Eastlake Clubs
When: Tuesday 7 November, 12 pm to 3:30 pm
Where: Eastlake Clubs, Canberra, various locations
Cost: Free entry, book a table on the Eastlake Club website.
The Melbourne Cup will be streamed live and loud on the big screens at all three Eastlake venues, in Griffith, Calwell and Gungahlin. On arrival, members will receive a free glass of sparkling wine and have the chance to participate in wine hampers and beer case draws at each venue. Eastlake’s bistros will also be serving a variety of delicious lunch specials from 12 pm.
Join Midnight Bar for its Melbourne Cup celebration. Photo: Holl Will Photography.
Midnight Bar
When: Tuesday 7 November, 1 pm to 3:30 pm
Where: Midnight Bar, 1 Elouera Street, Canberra
Cost: $120 per person, bookings available from Open Table.
Dress to impress for Melbourne Cup at Midnight Bar with its 2.5-hour Prestige Package. This includes free flowing Moet Champagne, Chandon Garden Spritz, tap beers, lobster rolls, deli platters to share and finger steak sandwiches. There’s also a competition to win a night’s stay at Midnight Hotel’s luxury accommodation for the best dressed, and live music from local Canberra musicians from 3 pm to 6 pm.
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