Stirrup some Cup fun at The Star, Gold Coast.
Stirrup some Cup fun at The Star, Gold Coast.
Giddy up, GC! It’s that time of the year again, when the turf meets the surf and the champagne and charon-‘hay’ are a-flowing! The race that stops a nation, aka Melbourne Cup, is a hoof, skip and a jump away, and The Star Gold Coast is galloping into action! With a line-up of not one, but E.I.G.H.T different offerings to ‘stirrup’ some fun, we’re spoilt for options to celebrate the ‘mane’ event.
Isoletto Privé and Lawn
If you’re here for a venue boasting natural hues with pops of refreshing lemon and melon to compliment every frock, ya-ha – this one’s for you. Isoletto Privé and Lawn is pulling out all the stops on the infamous sun-drenched deck – and don’t the glitterati know it! We’re talking 2.5 hours of roaming canapes, live stations and more, a three-hour beverage package, live racing screens, a spesh guest MC, live DJ’s and Fashions off the Field. Get ready to ‘trot’ your stuff! Tickets are $249 per person.
Nineteen at The Star
Saddle up high rollers because at Nineteen at The Star (Restaurant), they’re taking Melbourne Cup to new heights – literally! Perched on the 19th floor, this elegant venue offers panoramic views that will delight even the fanciest of fillies. Enjoy a four-course lunch and beverage package, Fashions on the Rooftop, live racing screens, a special MC, and entertainment to (riding) boot. Tickets are $375 per person.
Or, Nineteen at The Star Rooftop Bar is putting on a four-hour bev package and glass of Veuve Clicquot on arrival, with three hours of premium canapes, Fashions on the Rooftop, guest MC, live entertainment, and to feel all the fancy-as feels, you can upgrade to Veuve Clicquot for the entire event #NoBrainer. Tickets are $185 per person, or $236 per person for the upgrade.
Cucino Vivo
‘Flemington’ is Italian for fun and no, it’s really not but #samsies. Head to Cucino Vivo for a glamorous Melbourne Cup lunch with an Italian flare of flavours, faarshion and fun. Enjoy an exquisite four-course set menu lunch accompanied by a three-hour drinks package, live entertainment, Fashions off the Field and a guest MC. Tickets are $205 per person.
Garden Kitchen & Bar
The Garden Kitchen & Bar event is already sold out, but for those who prefer a bit of greenery with their galloping, head for The Lawn. We’re talking picnic-style or high-top seating, two decadent platters, a three-hour beverage package, live entertainment, Fashions off the Field, a live mega screen, and brace yourselves – a live Yolanda Be Cool DJ set! Tickets from $640 per high table (for 4 people).
Harvest Buffet
Large groups, listen up! Harvest Buffet is THE go-to for party seekers looking to soak up the pristine pool vibes and a three-hour premium seafood buffet, including two chocolate fountains. Don’t forget the three-hour beverage package (umm, as if), Fashions off the Field, live entertainment, and guest MC. Tickets are $135 per person.
Sports Bar Terrace
Let’s hear it for the Sports Bar, where you can frock up and and lap up all the live and loud racing action. Boasting 23 screens, state of the art TAB facilities, frosty drinks and exclusive access to the seafood terrace buffet, it’s Sports Bar for the win. Tickets are $84 per person.
Or, book a private booth for up to 10 of your nearest-and-dearest for three hours of amber ales, vino and soft drinks with Loaded Platters to share. $1,500 for up to ten guests.
Atrium Bar
And for the ultimate post-race party, head to Atrium Bar for the live DJ from 3pm. It’s the perfect way to keep the festivities going long after the last horse has crossed the finish line.
So, whether you’re a high roller, fine dining fan, or just looking for a place to frock up, kick back and enjoy the race, The Star Gold Coast is your one stop shop for horse play this Melbourne Cup.
For tickets and more information, go here.
No matter where you choose to spend your Melbourne Cup head to The Lawn for a post-race after-party to enjoy a Yolanda Be Cool DJ set.
Where: 1 Casino Drive, Broadbeach
When: Various activations on Tuesday 7th November
Words by Bianca Trathen.
STORY SPONSORED BY THE STAR GOLD COAST
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