Melbourne Cup in The City Centre

Botswana & Harbourside

4 NOV | From 12pm | $285pp

Celebrate Melbourne Cup in style at Auckland’s iconic Ferry Building with a decadent four-course banquet, free-flowing Champagne Mumm Grand Cordon and the option to indulge in caviar bumps. Catch the race live on big screens, place your bets at on-site TAB terminals, and enjoy a high-fashion runway show featuring Storm, Hailwood, and Caitlin Crisp.

With best-dressed prizes judged by MC Mike Puru and DJ Alisha spinning vibrant beats, the energy stays high—then carries on into the night at Harbourside with Doctor.J’s unforgettable after-party.

Trivet 

4 NOV | From 1pm | $175pp

Celebrate Melbourne Cup in style with Trivet’s ultimate long lunch, featuring Ruinart Champagne on arrival and a lavish Kaimoana Seafood Buffet showcasing the best of land and sea. Enjoy everything from oysters and sashimi to roasted meats, artisanal sides, and sweet petit fours. Catch the live racing action on big screens and dress to impress for a chance to win prizes.

Rydges' Rooftop Terrace

4 NOV | 4 - 6pm | $100pp

Celebrate Melbourne Cup in style this November at Rydges Auckland’s Rooftop Terrace. Enjoy sweeping city views from the 10th floor, soak up the vibrant atmosphere, and catch every thrilling moment of the race live on the big screen. Your ticket includes a two-hour beverage package with a glass of Mumm Champagne on arrival, plus 90 minutes of gourmet canapés to keep the celebration flowing.

Esther's at QT

4 NOV | 1 - 5pm | $149pp

Cup Season at Esther’s is turning up the glamour, and you’re the star of the show. Expect a stylish afternoon of indulgence with a three-course feasting lunch, a sparkling Champagne welcome, and live race coverage on screen. Dress to impress—QT’s ‘Most Fashionable on the Field’ competition is your chance to claim the crown, with the Director of Champagne on hand to toast your winning look.

The Living Room

4 NOV | 1-5pm | $240pp

Join the Melbourne Cup festivities at The Living Room, hosted by award-winning broadcaster Wendy Petrie. Enjoy live music from DJ Manoa, gourmet food stations, and a four-hour wine and beer package, plus thrilling prizes for best dressed. Catch all the racing action on screen, with a cash bar available after 5pm.

Saint Alice

4 NOV | From 11pm | Menu

With champagne towers, caviar bumps, signature champagne cocktails and race-day sweeps, Saint Alice is serving up all the glamour, flavour, and excitement of Cup Day in true harbour-side style.

Soul Bar & Bistro

4 NOV | From 4.30pm 

SOUL’s legendary Melbourne Cup celebration may be fully booked, but the good times continue with the official SOUL After Party, open to the public from 4.30pm! Think DJs, bubbles, and good times on the waterfront. They’ll also be showing the main race at 5pm, so arrive early, grab a drink, and celebrate in true SOUL style. No booking needed — just bring your race-day spirit!

Bivacco

4 NOV | From 4pm 

This year, Melbourne Cup tickets at Bivacco were in such high demand that they sold out before reaching public sale!  Didn’t manage to secure a ticket? From 4pm, doors open to the public! Join Bivacco for a special aperitivo and take in the race day atmosphere live on the big screens. As the sun sets the party continues with an epic DJ lineup playing into the night, headlined by Paris is Burning, Tim Phin and Cam Robertson.

Dr Rudi's

4 NOV | From 11pm 

With panoramic views, live race coverage, and venue sweeps for the main event, Dr Rudi’s offers a standout Cup Day experience. All Melbourne Cup races broadcast live with venue sweeps for the main race. Soak in the atmosphere, the harbour backdrop, and the buzz that only Viaduct Harbour can deliver.