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    Melbourne Cup in Wollongong. Best Functions, Venues & Packages in Wollongong and the Illawarra

    Famously known as the race that stops the nation, the Melbourne Cup (Tuesday 5 November, 2024) is almost upon us and Wollongong’s finest establishments, restaurants and functions centres are not holding back. Find the best Melbourne Cup event packages and race day experiences Illawarra-wide. You’ll experience the full glitz, glamour and sophistication that only the big race day can bring together with fine dining in some of our region’s most picturesque locations. Frock up, gather your friends and treat yourself to a day of splendour and fun!

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    Melbourne Cup Luncheon at Dreams on Crown, Wollongong

    It’s the race that stops a nation and Dreams on Crown are planning an event to stop a city! Start gathering your crew and start shopping for that fascinator.

    Join in for a day of great food, drinks, prizes and sweeps with all the race action live on the big screen.

    Ticket price includes a three-course meal with selections from a set menu, glass of bubbles or beer on arrival.  Your professional MC will be the entertainment director for the day with race trivia and Fashions on the Field competitions along with lucky door prizes.

    Dreams Drinks packages available for prepurchase online now! Premium beer, wine and soft drinks $49 and also all cocktails from our menu will be $13 between 12pm and 3pm.

    Bookings essential now here.

    Melbourne Cup at The Lagoon Restaurant

    The Lagoon’s biggest party of the year with lashings of food and flowing drinks is fast approaching! We invite you to join us to celebrate the race that stops the nation – Melbourne Cup.

    Their Melbourne Cup event includes a 4-course menu and a Premium Beer & Wine Package. The day will be filled with plenty of fun, games and lots of fashion. This is an event you do not want to miss out on!

    Melbourne Cup Day at The Waterfront Tavern

    Join in for a fun filled Melbourne Cup Day overlooking the beautiful Shellharbour Marina, the perfect backdrop to all the action live on their big screens.

    Hosted by Roxee Horror, experience the excitement of the race that captivates a nation at the Waterfront Tavern!

    For $10 per person, book a table in the bistro for the full experience! Head to their website to book your seat today

    What’s included:

    • MC Roxee Horror
    • Watch the races on the big screens.
    • Live racehorse auction on the day by Michelle Mannex
    • Order from our bistro menu with Melbourne Cup food specials on the day
    • Sweeps throughout the day and prizes for best dressed

    Melbourne Cup Day at The Balgownie Hotel

    Whether you dress up or dress down, Balgownie hotel have the perfect day planned for you, our Balcony will be open upstairs for that bit of fresh air and Live music after the race From Dan Demos, Why Wait? Book Now!

    Melbourne Cup at Wests Illawarra

    Join Wests Illawarra for the Melbourne Cup!

    Enjoy sweeps from 11:30am, live music from 12:00pm, special cocktails and food from Artisan, exclusive member prizes, and a giveaway for Best Dressed/Fascinator.

    Catch all the action on the big screen and don’t miss out on the fun! Learn more here.

    Melbourne Cup at The Shellharbour Club

    Reserve the best seats in the house, picnic pack, prosecco on arrival & one complimentary raffle ticket per guest at The Shellharbour Club, this Melbourne Cup!

    BOOK HERE

    • Catch all the live racing action on the BIG screens!
    • Dance, sing, and soak up the atmosphere with live music performances
    • Join in the fun and try your luck in our Melbourne Cup raffle! Prizes include luxurious hampers filled with fine wine and an assortment of delicious goodies.
    • Experience the elegance of Tempus Two with a chance to win a hamper featuring select wines, beautiful flutes, a premium carafe and chocolates. A perfect way to toast to the day!
    • Show off your style at their Fashions on the Field!
    • Test your luck at our Sweeps Stall with $1, $2, and $5 sweepstakes available from 10am. Will you pick the winner?
    • Drink Specials!

    Melbourne Cup Day at Woonona Bulli RSL

    Join WBRSL on Tuesday, 5th November for an unforgettable day! Enjoy bubbles on arrival, the race live on the big screen, and a chance to win a lucky door prize!

    Pre-order your seafood platter for just $49 before 31st October—don’t miss out!

    Seats are limited, so book now to secure your spot!

    Call 02 4284 1577 or visit their friendly staff at reception to book!

    Melbourne Cup Day at The Fraternity Club

    Melbourne Cup at The Frat is the place to be! Join in on Tuesday, 5 November 2024, with bars, lounges, and sports bars open from 10am! Free entry for walk-ins, so get in early to secure your spot in front of the big screen for all the action. Secure your table for lunch now here.

    Melbourne Cup Day at The Grange (Kembla Grange Golf Course)

    Join in for an afternoon where elegance meets excitement, with live race day coverage on the big screen. Enjoy a carefully crafted menu featuring signature canapés, exquisite mains, and indulgent dessert tasting plates.

    Revel in the ambiance of live music, lawn games on the terrace, and the allure of our exclusive photo wall. Your opportunity to make a statement—dress in your finest for a chance to win accolades for Best Dressed and Best Hat. Tickets are priced at $127 per person. Secure your spot now!

    Melbourne Cup Day at Headlands Hotel Austinmer

    Celebrate Melbourne Cup with a day by the sea! For $130 per person, enjoy a four-course lunch, a 4-hour drinks package, live entertainment, TAB facilities, and sweeps—all with stunning ocean views.

    Whether you’re dressing to impress or keeping it laid-back, join us for a race day experience like no other! Book now.

    2024 Melbourne Cup Luncheon at The 19th

    Enjoy a glass of Este Premium cuvee from our friends at DeBortoli and antipasto boards on arrival, indulge in a sumptuous buffet lunch with fresh seafood on ice, chose to pay-as-you-go from the bar or pre-purchase a beverage package.

    Tastings from Headlands Distilling Co., Fashions on the Field parade, Best Dressed prizes, sweepstakes, door prizes and the race that stops the nation – the 19th is the place to be on the first Tuesday in November! Book now.

    Melbourne Cup Day in The Mill

    Join in this year in The Mill for “the race that stops the nation”, the race that combines fashion, sport & entertainment.

    Take your seat in their WB Sports Bar or The Mill to witness the world’s most renowned test of thoroughbred greatness!

    • Complimentary mimosa on arrival
    • Live entertainment
    • Lucky door prizes
    • Sweeps | plate specials | plonk & cocktail specials

    Seating strictly limited | bookings essential here

    Melbourne Cup at Kembla Grange Racecourse

    Experience all the action of live racing plus catch the Melbourne Cup on their XXL screen. Live Racing, Food Trucks, Bars, Gourmet Picnic Hampers, Fashions on the Field, Entertainment & More! Pre-purchase your tickets and save 50% + skip the queue Click here to secure your spot now.

    (Main image above c/o Kembla Grange Racecourse)

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