# Event Details - **Event Name**: Melbourne Cup, The Island Gold Coast - **Event Start and End Date**: Tue, 03 Nov, 2026 at 12:00 pm – Tue, 03 Nov, 2026 at 05:00 pm (+10:00) - **Event Description**: When more is the only way to go.About this EventExpect more, more, more — with heaps of ways to party this Melbourne Cup Day across the whole of the Island Gold Coast.G.H. Mumm Birdcage – The Island RooftopRuffle some feathers at the G.H. Mumm Birdcage — . Have your fascinators at the ready, the Rooftop is serving up a whip-cracking selection of canapés, including more substantial offerings and a wood fired pizza station to keep you satisfied all day. Sip on Mumm Brut Prestige during the three-hour premium beverage package, with premium wines (including rosé), tap beers, ginger beer and cider all included. You’ll be entertained with an MC to host, DJs, sweeps, giant LED screens to watch the big race and a photo wall to capture your gorgeousness — mwah!From 12.30pm – 3.30pm, enjoy 3 hours of:Beverages: Mumm Brut Prestige, premium wines, rosé, premium tap beers, ginger beer, cider, soft drink and juicesFood: wood fired pizza station and an exquisite selection of hot and cold canapésEntertainment throughout the afternoonFashions on the field, amazing prizes for best dressed Duke and Duchess, best race day hat, race day sweeps and more.The After-Party, open to the public, will kick off on The Island Rooftop at 3:30pm and continue until late.From $120 per person + booking fee.----------Private Booths – The Island RooftopBuddy up with a G.H. Mumm Champagne Private Booth — . Looking for an exclusive way to celebrate for you and your crew? These luxe booths guarantee you a winning day, with all the G.H. Mumm Birdcage inclusions PLUS welcome charcuterie and welcome bottles of G.H. Mumm Grand Cordon Champagne, served to your cosy seats. You’ll also enjoy cocktail carafes throughout the three-hour festivities.From 12.30pm – 3.30pm, enjoy 3 hours of:All the beverage, food, and entertainment inclusions from the G.H. Mumm Birdcage on the Island Rooftop, PLUSYour own exclusive guaranteed private seating for your group on the Island RooftopWelcome charcuterie brought to your table on arrivalWelcome bottles of G.H. Mumm Grand Cordon Champagne brought to your table on arrival (1 x 700ml bottle per 4 people booked)Watermelon and Elderflower Spritz Cocktail carafes throughout the 3 hour package.From $190 per person + booking fee. Minimum 10 people.----------G.H. Mumm Gala Luncheon – The Island GlasshouseLive luxe at the G.H. Mumm Gala Luncheon — Treat yourself to a decadent three-and-a-half-hour feast and three course luncheon at the Island Glasshouse. You’ll be spoilt for choice with a premium drinks selection including Mumm Brut Prestige, Watermelon and Elderflower Spritz Cocktails, rosé, prosecco, premium wines, tap beers, ginger beer and cider. And there’s more! Your ticket includes a $10 charity donation, a live band to keep you entertained, an MC to host, and photo wall.From 12.00pm – 3.30pm, enjoy 3.5 hours of:Beverages: Mumm Brut Prestige, Watermelon and Elderflower Spritz Cocktails, premium wine, rosé, prosecco, premium tap beers, ginger beer, cider, soft drink and juicesFood: three course gala luncheonEntertainment throughout the afternoon including a live bandFashions on the field, amazing prizes for best dressed Duke and Duchess, best race day hat, race day sweeps and more.From $195 per person + booking fee. $10 from every ticket will go towards our charity partner for the day.*Every group is seated at their own table at the G.H. Mumm Gala Luncheon. If your group is buying tickets individually, come up with your ‘group name’ and include it at checkout so we can sit your group together.----------Penthouse Gala Luncheon – The Island PenthouseGo all-out glam this Melbourne Cup at the Penthouse Gala Luncheon — An exclusive celebration on the top floor, complete with our open-air Penthouse Terrace Bar. Indulge with an oyster bar on arrival, followed by a two-course luncheon. Sip on premium spirits, Mumm Brut Prestige, Watermelon & Elderflower Spritz Cocktails, rosé, prosecco, ginger beer and premium tap beers — all included during this three-and-a-half-hour sit-down luncheon in the sunshine.To top it all off, enjoy DJs and an MC hosting the day’s entertainment, sweeps, all the live racing action, and a photo wall to capture your most stylish moments.From 12.00pm – 3.30pm, enjoy 3.5 hours of:Beverages: Premium Spirits, Cocktails – Watermelon and Elderflower Spritz; Mumm Brut Prestige, premium wines, rosé, prosecco, premium tap beers, ginger beer, cider, soft drink and juicesFood: oyster bar and a two course sit-down luncheonDJs throughout the afternoonFashions on the field, amazing prizes for best dressed Duke and Duchess, best race day hat, race day sweeps and more.From $229 per person + booking fee.*Every group is seated at their own table at the Penthouse Gala Luncheon. If your group is buying tickets individually, come up with your ‘group name’ and include it at checkout so we can sit your group together.----------Private RoomsLooking to cater for a larger group? Contact us via the form here or phone us on (07) 5538 8000 to chat about how we can combine multiple booths for your group or provide you with your very own exclusive-use room. - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/surfers-paradise/melbourne-cup-the-island-gold-coast/100001998395344270 - **Event Categories**: fitness, Sports, Workshops, Nonprofit, Entertainment, Music - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 - **Event Highlights**: - Duration: 5 hours - Location: The Island Gold Coast - Languages: English ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 124.4, max: 235.58, currency: AUD ## Event venue details - **city**: Surfers Paradise - **state**: QL - **country**: Australia - **location**: The Island Gold Coast - **lat**: -28.0030756 - **long**: 153.4283843 - **full address**: The Island Gold Coast, 3128 Surfers Paradise Boulevard, Surfers Paradise, Australia ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: Melbourne Cup, The Island Gold Coast - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events8/banners/146dadf843e154ac2243290b673d3b8a1c29cb900ce5c6e89a90b7e796cc17b5-rimg-w1200-h600-dcf8f8e8-gmir.jpg?v=1787518676 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is Melbourne Cup, The Island Gold Coast being held? - **A:** Melbourne Cup, The Island Gold Coast takes place on Tue, 03 Nov, 2026 at 12:00 pm to Tue, 03 Nov, 2026 at 05:00 pm at The Island Gold Coast, 3128 Surfers Paradise Boulevard, Surfers Paradise, Australia. - **Q**: Who is organizing Melbourne Cup, The Island Gold Coast? - **A:** Melbourne Cup, The Island Gold Coast is organized by The Island Gold Coast. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** Melbourne Cup, The Island Gold Coast is ideal for party-goers, social butterflies, and anyone looking for a great night out with music, drinks, and good vibes. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Surfers Paradise, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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