Melbourne Cup Day – Tuesday, 3 November 2026
The race that stops the nation is back! Celebrate Melbourne Cup Day in style with two exclusive experiences to choose from — a premium Grand Ballroom Luncheon or a stylish Rooftop Party.
Grand Ballroom Luncheon | $179pp11:30am–3pm | Settle in for a premium seated dining experience with all the race-day action, entertainment and indulgence.
Package includes:
- Roku Gin cocktail on arrival
- 3-course menu
- 3-hour beverage package including wine, bubbles and beer
- Live race coverage on the big LED screen
- Fashions on the Field with prizes to be won
- Live 3-piece band
- 360° photobooth
- Sweeps
Proudly sponsored by Suntory Oceania.

Prefer to mingle rather than sit down? Head to our Palm Springs-inspired rooftop for a stylish cocktail-style Melbourne Cup celebration. Enjoy Italian-inspired grazing, drinks, entertainment and all the race-day action in a vibrant rooftop setting.
Package includes:
- Roku Gin cocktail on arrival
- Italian-inspired grazing platter
- 3-hour beverage package including cocktails, wine and beer
- Fashions on the Field with prizes to be won
- Photobooth
- Sweeps
Proudly sponsored by Mio Cappello.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
- The Rooftop Party and Grand Ballroom Luncheon are located in separate areas of the venue. Tickets are only valid for the allocated area, and guests cannot move between spaces. For group bookings, we recommend purchasing tickets together so we can do our best to seat your group together.
- Tables accommodate a maximum of 10 guests. Bookings larger than 10 will be seated across adjacent tables, where possible.
- Bookings close at 5pm Tuesday, 27 October 2026, unless sold out prior.
- Full payment is required at the time of booking. Once confirmed, bookings cannot be cancelled or refunded.
- Special requests can be emailed to reception@eatonshillhotel.com.auafter booking, including:
- Seating requests: If you’d like to sit near friends on another booking, please provide their reservation name and we’ll do our best to accommodate your request.
- Dietary requirements: Please provide the guest’s name and corresponding dietary requirements. Dietary requirements must be provided prior to the event; requests not submitted with the booking may not be able to be accommodated on the day.
- There are no TAB facilities available on site for this event.