Join us for another spectacular Spring celebration at The Left Bank’s Melbourne Cup Cocktail Party 2026!

It's one of our best days of the year – full of colour, music, style and, of course, racing! Enjoy roaming canapés and a three-hour bottomless beverage package while soaking up the festive atmosphere. Expect a vibrant mix of entertainment including:

Live music by GEMINI and DJ T3
Fashion on the Fields Competition
Live race coverage on all screens
Photo-ready horses on the grass
And more!

Whether you're mingling in the beer garden, posing with the horses out the front, or dancing with a drink in hand, Melbourne Cup at The Left Bank is always a day to remember.

🎟 Tickets include:

Entry from 10:30am
Three-hour drinks package (unlimited tap beer, prosecco, selected wines, soft drinks) from 11am - 2pm
Selection of ten different roaming canapés
Full access to all entertainment

💸 Group Special: Automatically save when booking for 8 or more people – just $120 (+BF) per person

After Party

The celebrations don’t stop at 2pm! From then, doors open to the public with free entry and our new Summer Menu available. The good vibes continue with live music in the beer garden by GEMINI and DJ HenrySwaggaz – dress code still applies!

Key Info & FAQs

Our ticketed Cocktail Party is from 11am - 2pm
Venue opens at 10:30am for ticket holders only.
Limited door tickets may be available if capacity allows.
Strictly 18+ only.
Smart dress code required: Cocktail attired expected; no thongs, work polos, or ripped jeans. Management reserves the right to refuse entry.
Cocktail style standing event – tables and seating are available but not reserved.
The canapes will include vegan and gluten-free options, but we are unable to cater for specific requests.
Cocktails and spirits can be purchased separately.
Refunds available until 27th October only if requested in writing via events@leftbank.com.au (booking fees non-refundable).
Free entry to the venue from 2pm. Dress code applies.

📧 Questions? Contact us at events@leftbank.com.au
📸 Want a sneak peek? Check out photos and video from our 2025 event on Facebook.

The Left Bank - MELBOURNE CUP 2026

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