Grand Casino Melbourne Cup Day
The iconic day at Wingatui is back — Tuesday 3 November.
Live racing, Fashions on the Field, premium hospitality and the chance to celebrate Melbourne Cup Day in style right here in Otago.
Whether you're hosting clients, celebrating with friends or simply making a day of it, there's a package to suit everyone. Be quick — tickets won't last long.
Grand Casino Melbourne Cup Day 2026
The Winning Post Lounge sits in the prime spot on course — right on the Winning Post itself — so you'll see every finish just metres away.
It's a full day of fantastic racing, entertainment, food and a quality beverage package that keeps flowing from the moment the gates open through to the last race.
Your ticket includes:
Entry to the course
A quality beverage package all day (gates open through to the last race)
A racebook
A three-course meal catered by VAULT21
Entertainment throughout the day
And when the last is run, the celebrations carry on right there in your room
Tables of 10, or single seats available.
New year, new marquee — you are still at the heart of the action. 🏇
Our Marquee on the Lawn is back for Grand Casino Melbourne Cup Day, with a new marquee, fresh layout to keep you warm & comfortable for 2026 and the same fantastic food you loved last year, served up in a brand-new style.
Sitting trackside on the home straight, you won't miss a moment as they thunder past to the finish.
Your ticket includes:
A reserved seat in the marquee
A welcome drink on arrival
Entertainment throughout the day
A delicious two-course meal
And when the last race is run, the celebrations carry on right where you're sitting
Tables of 10, or grab a single ticket on a shared table — whether you're bringing the whole crew or joining in solo, there's a seat with your name on it.
The mini marquee lawn is a fantastic place, to entertain friends, family, or work colleagues. The marquee lawn is located on the main lawn. The marquee caters for 10 people with the ability to purchase up to 5 extra tickets.
Your ticket includes a private marquee for ten, two-course picnic lunch, TAB facilities, and access to the Marquee on the Lawn Afterparty