Melbourne Cup 2026

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Spring Luxe with a Couture Accent

Race day takes centre stage in the Grand Ballroom this Melbourne Cup.

Hosted by Australian television favourite Toni Pearen, join us for an afternoon of fashion, flavour and live entertainment, with Taittinger on arrival, gourmet food stations, a three-hour beverage package, Fashions on the Field, lucky door prizes and all the action of Melbourne Cup Day.

Dress for the occasion and settle in for a celebration designed to go well beyond the race.

Melbourne Cup Event Details

Where: Grand Ballroom, Pullman Cairns International
When: Tuesday, 3 November 2026
Time: 12:00pm – 3:00pm
Tickets: $239 per adult
ALL Accor+ Explorer members: $215 per adult

An Afternoon Made for Melbourne Cup

From the moment you arrive, expect plenty to keep the afternoon moving.

Enjoy Taittinger on arrival before exploring a generous selection of gourmet food stations, accompanied by a three-hour beverage package. Live entertainment sets the pace between races, while Fashions on the Field and lucky door prizes add a little extra competition away from the track.

Gourmet Food & Drinks

Enjoy a generous selection of gourmet food stations throughout the afternoon, paired with a three-hour beverage package and Taittinger on arrival.

From seafood and sushi to hot dishes, charcuterie and desserts, the menu has been designed for a relaxed, social race day experience.

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Early Bird Special

Book early and save 10% on full-price tickets with the code EARLYBIRD.

The Early Bird offer is available until 20 September 2026.

 

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