Melbourne Cup
Tuesday, 5 November 2024
The Star Gold Coast is turning 'The race that stops the nation' into 'The PARTY that stops the nation!'... and you're invited!
With multiple venue options, live screenings of the race, Fashions off the Field, various dining packages and an atmosphere that will carry on well after the last race, book your space today to join the party that stops the nation.
Ticketed Events
Gather your friends, don your most fashionable attire and join us at one of our venues for delicious food & drink packages, entertainment, Fashion off the Field and the main event.
GARDEN KITCHEN & BAR - RESTAURANT
Join us at Garden Kitchen & Bar for the ultimate race day luncheon including a three-course lunch and a three-hour beverage package.
INCLUSIONS
- Three-course lunch
- 3-hour beverage package
- Live entertainment by Huddy Faulkner Duo
- Fashions off the Field
- Special guest MC, Amanda Abate
WHEN
12:00pm - 3:00pm
PRICE
$195pp
WHERE
THE RESTAURANT | FOOD & BEVERAGE PACKAGE
MENU
Entrée
House smoked salmon, horseradish crème fraiche, capers and bellinis
Mains (Served Alternatively)
Roasted Black Angus Beef Tenderloin
Braised beef croquette, mushroom puree, braised onions, beef fat sauce
OR
Roasted Barramundi
Parmesan and Herb crusted roasted barramundi, medley of summer greens, jus noisette, herb oil, garden herbs
Dessert
Textures of chocolate, mousse, crumble and powder with fresh passionfruit
3 Hour Beverage Package
SPARKLING
Domaine Chandon | Yarra Valley, VIC
WHITE WINE
Aquilani Pinot Grigio | Friuli-Venezia, Italy
Cloud St Chardonnay | Multi Regional, VIC
821 Sauvignon Blanc | Marlborough, NZ
ROSE
Rameau| Provence, France
RED WINE
Wolf Blass ‘Blass’ Shiraz | Multi Regional, SA
Cloud St Pinot Noir | Multi Regional, VIC
BEERS
James Boags Light
XXXX Gold
Stone and Wood Pacific Ale
NON-ALCOHOLIC
Assorted Soft Drinks and Juices
THE LAWN
From the opening of the barriers to the last drink poured The Lawn is the place to party this Melbourne Cup. With drinks packages, mouth-watering food platters, a mega screen, and back-to-back world-class acts, this event is not one to miss.
INCLUSIONS
- Picnic-style seating
- Two decadent platters
- 3-hour beverage package
- Live entertainment
- Fashions off the Field
- Live mega screen
- Special guest MC, Amanda Abate
WHEN
12:00pm - 3:00pm
PRICE
$600 per high-top (4 Adults)
$900 per high-top (6 Adults)
$1,500 per picnic table* (maximum 10 Adults)
WHERE
THE LAWN | FOOD & BEVERAGE PACKAGE
MENU
First Platter
- Fried prawn cutlets with herb mayonnaise
- Charcuterie selection of local salumi and pickles
- Roasted sour dough
- Caramelized onion dip, native herb pesto
- Natural oysters served with lemon
Second Platter
- Battered flat head, tartare sauce, pickles
- House made chicken and sage sausage rolls, sauce bois baudran
- Cauliflower pakora curried mayonnaise, mango chutney
3 Hour Beverage Package
SPARKLING
Domaine Chandon | Yarra Valley, VIC
WHITE WINE
Aquilani Pinot Grigio | Friuli-Venezia, Italy
Cloud St Chardonnay | Multi Regional, VIC
821 Sauvignon Blanc | Marlborough, NZ
ROSE
Rameau | Provence, France
RED WINE
Wolf Blass ‘Blass’ Shiraz | Multi Regional, SA
Cloud St Pinot Noir | Multi Regional, VIC
BEERS
James Boags Light
XXXX Gold
Stone & Wood Pacific Ale
NON-ALCOHOLIC
Assorted Soft Drinks and Juices
GARDEN KITCHEN & BAR - BOOTH
This event is a sell-out every year! Kick back and relax in the comfort of our booths, fit for up to 15 people.
INCLUSIONS
- Two premium platters
- 3-hour beverage package
- Live entertainment by Huddy Faulkner Duo
- Fashions off the Field
- Special guest MC, Amanda Abate
WHEN
12:00pm - 3:00pm
PRICE
$2,000 per booth (maximum 15 people)
WHERE
GARDEN KITCHEN & BAR BOOTH | FOOD & BEVERAGE PACKAGE
MENU
First Platter
- Fried prawn cutlets with herb mayonnaise
- Charcuterie selection of local salumi and pickles
- Roasted sour dough
- Caramelized onion dip, native herb pesto
- Natural oysters served with lemon
Second Platter
- Battered flat head, tartare sauce, pickles
- House made chicken and sage sausage rolls, sauce bois baudran
- Cauliflower pakora curried mayonnaise, mango chutney
3 Hour Beverage Package
SPARKLING
Domaine Chandon | Yarra Valley, VIC
WHITE WINE
Aquilani Pinot Grigio | Friuli-Venezia, Italy
Cloud St Chardonnay | Multi Regional, VIC
821 Sauvignon Blanc | Marlborough, NZ
ROSE
Rameau | Provence, France
RED WINE
Wolf Blass ‘Blass’ Shiraz | Multi Regional, SA
Cloud St Pinot Noir | Multi Regional, VIC
BEERS
James Boags Light
XXXX Gold
Stone & Wood Pacific Ale
NON-ALCOHOLIC
Assorted Soft Drinks and Juices
CUCINA VIVO
Join us as we transform into Flemington - with an Italian flare - for a day. Enjoy an exquisite three-course set menu lunch accompanied by a three-hour drinks package.
INCLUSIONS
- Three-course Lunch
- 3-hour beverage package
- Live entertainment with the Kent Dustin Duo
- Fashions off the Field
- Special guest MC
WHEN
11:45pm - 3:00pm
PRICE
$199pp
WHERE
CUCINA VIVO | FOOD & BEVERAGE PACKAGE
MENU
Entrée (To Share)
FOCACCIA ROMANA Thin & crispy base, rosemary, garlic, sea salt (GFO, V)
STRACCIATELLA Basil Pesto, lemon olive oil (GFO, V)
ARANCINI House made with mushrooms, truffle, dill aioli
OYSTERS Natural with limoncello granita
MAIN (Individual)
SALMON Pan roasted with Vin Bianco cream, soft herb salad
SIDE (To Share)
POTATOES Roasted kipfler potatoes with rosemary salt
Dessert (Individual)
TIRAMISU House made savoiardi, mascarpone diplomat crème, marsala
liqueur, espresso
3 Hour Beverage Package
SPARKLING
Moet & Chandon Brut Impérial Champagne NV
WHITE
Babich Sauvignon Blanc, Marlborough NZ
Aquilani Pinot Grigio, Friuli-Venezia ITALY
RED
Cloud St Pinot Noir, Yarra Valley VIC
Wolf Blass Shiraz, Barossa Valley SA
BEER
Birra Moretti (on tap)
Peroni Nastro Azzurro (on tap)
James Boags Premium Light (bottled)
NON-ALCOHOLIC
Assorted Soft Drinks and Juices
HARVEST BUFFET
Prepare all of your senses for overload at the Gold Coast’s ultimate buffet experience! Ideal for large groups or party seekers searching for casual dining overlooking the pristine pool.
INCLUSIONS
- Premium seafood buffet including two indulgent chocolate fountains
- 3-hour beverage package
- Live & loud racing screens
- Fashions off the Field
- Live entertainment with Rene Le Feuvre
- Guest MC, Moyra Major
WHEN
12:15pm - 3:15pm
PRICE
$140pp
WHERE
SPORTS BAR - TERRACE PACKAGE
Boasting 20+ screens, state of the art TAB facilities, frosty drinks and exclusive access to The Terrace, Sports Bar is a race-lover’s haven.
INCLUSIONS
- Premium roaming canapes on The Terrace
- Complimentary drink on arrival
- Live & loud, surround sound
- State of the art TAB facilities
- Cash Bar
- Exclusive access to The Terrace
WHEN
12:00pm - 3:00pm
PRICE
$95pp
WHERE
This venue is adjacent to a smoking area.
SPORTS BAR - BOOTH PACKAGE
Level up your race day experience by booking a private booth, granting a front-seat view of the megascreen.
INCLUSIONS
- Private booth for up to 10 guests
- $600 F&B Tab
- 2 x All Star Platters (500g chicken wings, salt & pepper calamari, mozzarella sticks, chips)
- 3 x Garlic Bread + 3 x Cheesy Garlic Bread
- Branded Merch
- Live & loud, surround sound
- State of the art TAB facilities
WHEN
12:00pm - 3:00pm
PRICE
$1,200 per booth
WHERE
This venue is adjacent to a smoking area.
NINETEEN RESTAURANT
Indulge in luxury with an exquisite four-course lunch and four-hour drinks package at our stunning rooftop restaurant.
INCLUSIONS
- 4-course menu
- 4-hour beverage package
- Fashions on the Rooftop
- Live racing screens
- MC - Liz Cantor
WHEN
11:30pm - 3:30pm
PRICE
$375pp
WHERE
BOOKING
For bookings and enquiries please email brittany.rankin@star.com.au or call 0409 439 078
NINETEEN RESTAURANT | FOOD & BEVERAGE PACKAGE
MENU
SNACKS
Oscietra Caviar, Smoked Creme, Potato Rosti
Beef Tartare, Horseradish, Potato Pave
ENTRÉE
Nineteen at The Star "Chilled Seafood Platter - Moreton Bay Bugs, Clarence River King Prawns, Sydney Rock Oysters with Champagne Mignonette, Hervey Bay Scallops, Yellowtail Kingfish.
CHOICE OF MAIN (Served with Sides)
Roasted Jerusalem Artichoke Risotto, Baby Herbs and Crisps
Roasted Beef Fillet, Black Garlic and Glazed Onion, Bordelaise Sauce
Line Caught Coral Trout, Garden Peas, Baby Potato, Smoked Butter
CHOICE OF DESSERT
Chocolate Meringue Pie, ‘Pedro Ximenez’ Ice Cream
“Nineteen” Cheese Plate, Mont Forte, L’Artisan Extravagant
4 Hour Beverage Package
Our Sommeliers at The Star Gold Coast have hand-picked a selection of
wines for Melbourne Cup. The Sommelier’s Nineteen Cup Package showcases
an accessible range of Australian & NZ wines for your dining pleasure.
CHAMPAGNE
NV Veuve Clicquot ‘Brut’ Champagne, FR
WINES
Craggy Range Sauvignon Blanc, Martinborough NZ
Stonier Chardonnay, Gippsland VIC
Amisfield Pinot Noir, Central Otago NZ
Nocturne ‘SR’ Cabernets, Margaret River WA
BEERS
Stone & Wood Pacific Ale
Kirin Ichiban
James Boags Premium Light
NINETEEN BAR
Take in the views of the Gold Coast skyline with a four-hour drinks and three-hour canapés package at Nineteen Bar.
INCLUSIONS
- Glass of Veuve Clicquot on arrival
- Premium 3-hour canapés package
- 4-hour beverage package
- Fashions on the Rooftop
- Roaming Oyster Shucker
- Live racing screens
- MC - Liz Cantor
- Entertainment - DJ Dezastar
- Veuve Clicquot beverage upgrade available
WHEN
11:00pm - 3:00pm
PRICE
$185pp
Veuve Upgrade $235pp
WHERE
No reserved seating.
NINETEEN BAR | FOOD & BEVERAGE PACKAGE
CANAPE MENU
COLD
- Chilled Sydney Rock Oyster, Champagne Mignonette
- Soft Goats Cheese and Roasted Beetroot Tartlet
HOT
- Crumbed Tiger Prawn with Tartare Sauce
- Salt and Pepper Squid with Lemon and Aioli Rose
- Porcini Mushroom and Gruyere Cheese Aranchini
- Crispy Spinach and Cheese Baked Filo
- Portuguese Bean and Kale Tarts
SUBSTANTIAL
- Grilled Margara Lamb Cutlet with Chimichurri Sauce
- Bay Lobster Roll, Smoked Butter, Oak lettuce and Marie Rose Sauce
4 Hour Beverage Package
Glass of Veuve on arrival
Sparkling wine
White Wine
Red Wine
Beers
Assorted soft drinks and juice
Free Entertainment
Keep the race-day energy going and get the party started.
POST RACE HEADLINER - DJ HAVANA BROWN
Australia's own DJ superstar Havana Brown will be getting on the decks to get the party started.
WHEN
4:30pm - 6.00pm
PRICE
FREE Entry
WHERE
The Lawn, Garden Kitchen & Bar
ATRIUM BAR
Join us at Atrium Bar for your post-race party with our live DJs kicking off early afternoon!
2.30pm - 6:30pm | 42 Band
6:30pm - 12:00am | DJ Brent
WHEN
2:30pm - 12:00am
PRICE
FREE Entry
WHERE
Atrium Bar, Main Gaming Floor
CHERRY BAR
Join us for kick-ons at Cherry Bar, open from midday til late. DJs will be on the decks from 4:00pm.
4:00pm - 7:00pm | The Fonoti Bros Duo
7:00pm - 10:00pm | DJ Mister P
10:00pm - 1:00am | DJ Libre
WHEN
12:00pm - 1:00am
PRICE
FREE Entry
WHERE
Cherry Bar, Main Gaming Floor
The Star Grand Hotel Offer
Level up your cup day with a luxurious stay at The Star Grand
OFFER
$199 per night in a Superior Deluxe King/ Twin Room
CONDITIONS
- Minimum 2 night stay
- Stay dates: Sunday 3 November to Friday 8 November 2024 inclusive
- Booking dates: Thursday 29 September to Thursday 7 November 2024
HOW TO BOOK
- Directly online via star.com.au. Input the dedicated promotional code “MELBCUP2024” into the promotional code field when booking the accommodation online
- Directly through our reservations team, please call 1800 074 344 and quote the promotional code “MELBCUP2024” to be honoured the discounted rate
Room only offer, no additional inclusions or discounts can be applied
All offers subject to availability, change and cancellation. All offers available on 5 November, 2024. Images are for illustrative purposes only. Guests must be 18 years or over to enter the casino. The Star practises the responsible service of alcohol.
For further booking information for Garden Kitchen & Bar, Cucina Vivo, Kiyomi, Harvest Buffet and Sports Bar email stargcdining@star.com.au. For further booking information for Nineteen at The Star email brittany.rankin@star.com.au.
All offers subject to availability, change and cancellation. All offers available on 5 November, 2024. Images are for illustrative purposes only. Guests must be 18 years or over to enter the casino. The Star practises the responsible service of alcohol.
For further booking information for Garden Kitchen & Bar, Cucina Vivo, Kiyomi, Harvest Buffet and Sports Bar email stargcdining@star.com.au. For further booking information for Nineteen at The Star email brittany.rankin@star.com.au.