Melbourne Cup celebrations that will be on in Cairns
Melbourne Cup celebrations are almost under way with a burst of colour, fun and delicious food on offer across Cairns. SEE THE LIST
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MELBOURNE Cup celebrations are almost under way and there is expected to be a burst of colour, fun and delicious food on offer across Cairns.
Several places are celebrating with multiple courses, canapes and drinks and for some its not too late to book.
Crystalbrook Collection still have limited tickets available at Riley and Flynn Hotel functions.
Crystalbrook Collection area manager Joel Gordon said after months of planning it was time for a huge day of fun.
“Guests can expect live music, Fashions on the Field, performances from KL Performance Industry and over 10 pop-up stalls,” Mr Gordon said.
But they are not the only ones celebrating the race that stops the nation.
Salt House are also throwing two events including a Cup cocktail party and a gala luncheon.
Salt House functions manager Joanne Turner said there was going to be lots of all-day entertainment including some live music from local singers.
“We are expecting to have everyone come out and celebrate as it’s been one of those years,” Ms Turner said.
Another highly anticipated event that is happening on Tuesday sold out in just six minutes after tickets went on sale.
The annual Far North Queensland Hospital Foundation fundraiser at Palm Cove’s Nu Nu restaurant is on with horse racing on the beach at 1pm on Tuesday.
Nu Nu Restaurant co-owner Mo Rowbottom said: “All of us have been doing it tough, trying to evolve and survive so we were blown away that we sold out quickly without advertising at all.”
It will also be a day for fashionistas.
Sonila Fashion owner Liana Hastie said it was important to wear something cool.
“It’s really warming up so wear something that is cool to wear as all the function places are semi airconned or not airconned,” Ms Hastie said.
Some materials that are coming in this season include natural fibres and linen to wear in the tropics.
Bella Boutique owner Bella Sinopoli said cooler fabrics are the way to go, but she loved something with prints.
“I personally am a sucker for prints that are beautiful, light and cool. Anything cool works in FNQ,” Ms Sinopoli said.
She suggested colours like orange, yellow and cobalt blue to really bring the change from Spring to Summer.
For a full summary of the events on Tuesday go to www.cairnspost.com.au
WHAT’S ON:
Salt House
A cup cocktail party will be hosed at Salt house with a two-hour premium drink package, and lots of canapes and platters while listening to DJ’s all afternoon for $129 per person. They are also hosting a gala luncheon that includes a three course seated lunch in the restaurant for $149 per person. Tickets can be purchased on their website.
Pullman Reef Casino
Pullman are hosting a 3.5 hours beverage package, a big menu with lots of seafood and bubbles on arrival. It is $190 per person and bookings can be made at 4030 8888.
Crystalbrook Riley
There will be a 3.5 hour drink package, food stations, roaming canapes and desserts. There will be eleven pop up bars, live music and DJs. Tickets are $139 per person and can be booked online.
Ollie’s Restaurant
The event at Ollie’s restaurant includes a three course banquet style menu and a three hour drink package with an Aperol spritz on arrival. There is expected to be live entertainment and giveaways. It is $135 and tickets can be purchased on their website.
Dunwoody’s Tavern
There will be a three-course lunch from 11:30am including a menu of seafood pie, bruschetta and desserts like creme brulee. Tickets are $45 per person and can be booked online.
The Bluewater
There will be a specially curated menu throughout the day with raffles, and prizes and live music from Waking Ugly. Included there is bubbles on arrival, a 4 course set menu and a 3 hour drinks package. Tickets are $120 per person and can be booked at 4057 6788.
Hemingway’s Brewery Cairns
There is going to be a glass of champagne on arrival, roaming canapes, seafood and BBQ stations. The race will be on the big screen with a Fashions on the field event and live music. Tickets are $79 per person and can be purchased online.
Cannon Park Racecourse (Phantom Meet)
Cairns Jockey Club will have a 3 course alternate drop lunch, beverage package and prizes for the best dressed. Tickets are $125 per person and can be booked at 4054 1203
The Backyard Cairns
There will be lots of drinks and big screens to enjoy the action. Drewboy will be playing live, there will be barbecue tasting plates and charcuterie share tables. Tickets are $98 per person and can be booked online.
Crystalbrook Flynn
There will be live music and DJ’s, ten pop up bars and food and beverage package over three and a half hours by Boardwalk social. Tickets are $119 per person and can be purchased online.
Cazalys Cairns
Crazalys will be having a havana party. General admission will include a seppelt cocktail on arrival, an alternative drop main and a dessert buffet. There will be live music by Fingerprint. Tickets are 65 and can be booked online.
Benson Hotel
There will be a three hour food and beverage package, including lobster and Wagyu beef, live music and prizes. Tickets are $123 per person and can be booked online.
Shangri-La The Marina
There will be a signature lunch in their Trinity Room created by their executive chef Aaron Habgood. There will be welcome drinks, a seafood buffet, sweets and drinks will flow for more than three hours. Tickets are $155 per person and can be booked online.
Pullman Cairns International
It will be set in the Grand Ballroom with a large LED screen. The package includes antipasto, seafood and dessert stations, a three hour drink package and prizes. Tickets are $155 per person and can be booked at 4050 2113
Leave in the comments if your business is holding a Melbourne Cup event.
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