Saddle up for Brisbane’s finest Melbourne Cup events for 2026 on the riverfront at Howard Smith Wharves.
Join us this Cup Day on Tuesday, 3 November 2026 for a range of packages and experiences to suit every race day style.
From a casual setting with ice-cold beers to canapés over the water and lavish sit-down banquets with flowing Champagne… There’s something for everyone to enjoy!
Spend Cup Day at CIAO with their three-course menu including prosecco, refreshing spritzes, premium wines and spirits. On the day, they’ll be serving Italian classics like focaccia, cured meats, pasta and grilled MB3+ sirloin steak.
Watch the race on large screens and join in the fun with charity sweepstakes. Gather your amici for an elevated Italian riverfront race day at CIAO.
Experience Melbourne Cup Day at Stanley with an exquisite riverfront event. Join us for a four-course Cantonese banquet curated by Head Chef Louis Tikaram inclusive of a 3.5hr premium beverage package. Settle into the afternoon with a selection of Stanley signature dishes featuring oysters, Yellowfin tuna, coal-fired 2GR MB9+ wagyu, glazed toothfish and more.
Mr Percival’s will bring the extravagance of Melbourne Cup to the riverfront with an exclusive race day gathering. Prepare to delight the senses as Mr Percival’s transforms into a vibrant, outdoor party on the overwater decks. Enjoy fresh seafood, Champagne and refreshing cocktails for the race of the year with DJs until late.
VIP Tables – $4600, up to 12 guests includes premium cocktails, spirits, caviar and a personal table attendant. For all enquires please email cupday@hswco.com.au.
Catch every moment of the race live and loud at Felons Barrel Hall!
This Melbourne Cup Day, take in all the action on two massive screens while indulging in a bold Thai-inspired set menu, perfectly paired with a 3 hour beverage package of bubbles, brewery-fresh beers and seltzers on tap.
When the race is run, the celebrations continue with live music and DJs to keep the good times galloping well into the evening.
This year, Melbourne Cup at Greca is all about generous food, real race day energy, and Brisbane’s most sunlit riverside setting. Gather your friends or colleagues for an incredible day at Greca!
Choose the package that suits your style: our lively Classic Indoor Package, complete with champagne on arrival and all the atmosphere of the dining room, or the Premium Outdoor Package, where you’ll enjoy riverside seating, champagne on arrival, and a premium beverage package on the terrace.
Yoko
From $155pp | Indoor + Outdoor Packages Available
Expect ALL the energy of a Tokyo izakaya; tables filled with signature Yoko favourites, glasses clinking, DJs spinning TRACKS through the afternoon, and of course, the big race from 2pm.
With a choice of Classic Indoor or Premium Outdoor packages, Yoko is where the atmosphere is just as thrilling as the trackside action.
We will once again be partnering with Youngcare on race day, giving guests the opportunity to help raise funds through purchasing sweeps and/or raffle tickets, with all funds raised on the day going towards supporting young people with high physical support needs.
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Walk-ins always welcome at Mr Percival’s, Stan’s Lounge, Fellini’s Trattoria, Felons Brewing Co. and Felons Barrel Hall.