Melbourne Cup events in Moreton Bay
Published 9:00am 18 October 2023
It’s the race that stops the nation and although it’s held at Flemington Racecourse in Victoria, Queenslanders love to celebrate Melbourne Cup day. Here's a list of events happening across the City of Moreton Bay.
Sandstone Point Hotel
When: Tuesday, November 7 from 11am-3pm
Where: Sandstone Point Hotel | 1800 Bribie Island Rd, Sandstone Point
Book a lunch in the restaurant or opt for the exclusive race-day offering in the Pumicestone Room. Enjoy a three-course lunch, three-hour beverage package, tab facilities, photo booth and more. Bookings are essential, and tickets are $119 per person.
For more information, visit sandstonepointhotel.com.au
Caboolture Sports Club
When: Tuesday, November 7 from 11.30am-2.30pm
Where: Caboolture Sports Club | 19/27 Station Rd, Morayfield
Celebrate the Melbourne Cup in style at Caboolture Sports Club’s Garden Party in ‘The Terrace.’ Enjoy bubbles on arrival, a variety of chef’s selection canapes, lucky door prizes, free $1 sweep ticket and more. Bookings are essential, and tickets are $60 per person.
For more information, visit cabsports.com.au
Eatons Hill Hotel
When: Tuesday, November 7 from 11am-3pm
Where: Eatons Hill Hotel | 646 South Pine Rd, Eatons Hill
Choose to celebrate the race that stops the nation at either a gala luncheon or a rooftop soiree at Eatons Hill Hotel. Enjoy a three-course lunch, three-hour beverage package, live entertainment, canapes and more. Bookings are essential, and tickets are $160 and $116.80 per person, respectively.
For more information, visit eatonshillhotel.com.au
Club Pine Rivers
When: Tuesday, November 7 from 10.30am-3pm
Where: Club Pine Rivers | 1/11 Sparkes Rd, Bray Park
Choose between a garden party or a buffet luncheon at Club Pine Rivers. Enjoy a range of delicious meals, a drinks package and entertainment. Bookings are essential, and tickets are $75 and $55 per person, respectively.
For more information, visit clubpinerivers.com.au
The Komo
When: Tuesday, November 7 from 11am-2pm
Where: The Komo | 99 Marine Pde, Redcliffe
Enjoy a delicious premium three-course menu and beverage package, entertainment from Amy Kate, sweeps and plenty more. Bookings are essential, and tickets are $148.49 per person.
For more information, visit thekomo.com.au
North Lakes Sports Club
When: Tuesday, November 7 from 11am-3pm
Where: North Lakes Sports Club | 36/42 Flinders Pde, North Lakes
Choose between a luncheon or a Chambord garden party at North Lakes Sports Club. Enjoy a three-course lunch, lucky door prizes, live entertainment by John Reid and Chambord Spritz on arrival at the garden party. Bookings are essential, and tickets are $110 and $60 per person, respectively.
For more information, visit northlakessports.com.au
Samford Hotel
When: Tuesday, November 7 from 11am
Where: Samford Hotel | Main St, Samford Valley
Book lunch in the restaurant and indulge in the chefs’ specials. Enjoy live entertainment, sweeps, raffles and prizes for best dressed. Bookings are essential.
Phone Samford Hotel to book your table on 07 3289 1212.
Mango Hill Tavern
When: Tuesday, November 7 from 11.30am
Where: Mango Hill Tavern | Corner Anzac Ave and Halpine Dr, Mango Hill
Get ready to experience the thrill of the Melbourne Cup at Mango Hill. Wear your race day attire and enjoy a three-course luncheon, with lucky door prizes and sweeps available. Bookings are essential, and tickets are $49 per person.
For more information, visit mangohilltavern.com.au
The Dag Pub
When: Tuesday, November 7 from 11am
Where: The Dag Pub | 2040 Wood St, D’Aguilar
Enjoy a buffet lunch with champagne on arrival, a VIP bar area, prizes for best dressed and sweeps and games. Bookings are essential, and tickets are $69 per person.
For more information, visit dagpub.com.au
Moreton Bay Boat Club
When: Tuesday, November 7 from 11am
Where: Moreton Bay Boat Club | Bird O'Passage Pde, Scarborough
Join Moreton Bay Boat Club for a delicious brunch with a selection of hot and cold dishes, including fresh chilled seafood, desserts and a glass of bubbly on arrival. The lucky door prize is a trip to Hamilton Island, plus $500 towards flights. Bookings are essential, and tickets are $100 per person.
Phone Moreton Bay Boat Club to book tickets on 07 3203 5188.
Tempest Seafood Restaurant and Teppanyaki Grill
When: Tuesday, November 7 from 11.30am-3pm
Where: Tempest Seafood Restaurant and Teppanyaki Grill | Boat Harbour, Bird O'Passage Pde, Scarborough
Sit back, relax and watch the race from the big screen, with live entertainment, a three-course meal and a three-hour drink package. Bookings are essential, and tickets are $145 per person.
For more information, visit tempestrestaurant.com.au
Albany Creek Tavern
When: Tuesday, November 7 from 11am
Where: Albany Creek Tavern | 730 Albany Creek Rd, Albany Creek
With best dressed prizes, lucky seat mystery bets, all day dining and meat raffles, the Melbourne Cup lunch at the Albany Creek Tavern is to be enjoyed by everyone over the age of 18. Bookings are essential.
Phone Albany Creek Tavern to book on 07 3264 1477.
Narangba Tavern
When: Tuesday, November 7 from 11.25am-2.30pm
Where: Narangba Valley Tavern | 37/47 Golden Wattle Dr, Narangba
Be entertained by the sounds of soloist, PEKO and mesmerised by Mr Fye the Magician. Choose from two packages – a luncheon and drinks or a solo luncheon. Bookings are essential, and tickets cost $65 and $100 per person, respectively.
For more information, visit narangbatavern.com.au
Beachmere Hotel
When: Tuesday, November 7 from 11am
Where: Beachmere Hotel | 2 James Rd, Beachmere
Saddle up and get ready for the most exciting day on the racing calendar. With a two-course meal, a glass of bubbles on arrival, an MC, sweeps and prizes; you are in for a big day of celebrations. Bookings are essential, and tickets are $49 per person.
For more information, visit beachmerehotel.com.au
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