The race that stops the nation deserves a celebration to match.

This year, we're reimagining Melbourne Cup at The Illawarra Hotel with an elegant Marquee Party — bringing together the glamour of Cup Day with luxe social atmosphere.

Enjoy a premium cocktail-style experience featuring roaming gourmet canapés, interactive food stations, premium beverages, live entertainment, sweeps, Fashions on the Field, and all the racing action live on the big screens.

Whether you're gathering with friends, colleagues or clients, our Marquee Party offers the perfect mix of style, great food, entertainment and unforgettable race-day celebrations.

What to Expect:

A Roaming Gourmet Canapé Menu
A Social Marquee Experience
Luxe Race-Day Celebration
Premium Cocktail Event
Live Entertainment
Sweep Stakes
Catwalk with Fashion on the Fields
++ More

It's nothing like you've ever experienced in Wollongong. This will be a day to be remembered!

Two Package Options Available:

Option 1: Marquee Ruby - $110pp including Entry and Gourmet Canapés Package

Option 2: Marquee Diamond - $160pp including Entry, Gourmet Canapés and 3hr Beverage Package

Tickets are limited. Get yours today.

Have a group? Access discounts on tickets for group bookings of 10+.

Want a Private Experience? Celebrate Melbourne Cup with an exclusive Private Dining Experience in Hilda's.

Minimum of 20 guests and maximum of 40 guests are required for this extravagant Marquee-Style setting.

Includes:

Exclusive use of Hilda's Function Room
Private Bar Access
Dedicated Waiter
Gourmet Canapés
3 Hour Beverage Package
Live Race Coverage on your own TV
Exclusive use of Pool Table
Plus Access to all of above Race Day Entertainment

Whichever way you choose to celebrate Melbourne Cup, grab your tickets and enjoy your day with us at The Illawarra Hotel.

Contact the host of Melbourne Cup at The Illa - Marquee Party