Celebrate in Style

Cup Day Perth 2026

Stylish Cup Day Lunches, Parties & Celebrations

Perth knows how to celebrate Melbourne Cup Day in style! From riverside dining and long lunches to rooftop bars and lively parties across the city, discover the best Cup Day lunches, events and experiences in Perth. Dress to impress, gather your friends and enjoy the excitement of the race that stops a nation with a distinctly West Australian flair.

Melbourne Cup Day Lunch Events Perth

When the Melbourne Cup is run it will be right on lunch time in Perth. This is the perfect time to plan to enjoy some quality time with work friends or family. Perth venues embrace the celebration that is the running of the Melbourne Cup and whips will be cracking with these ideas and venue parties.

The ideas we have for Melbourne Cup Day in Perth are varied and diverse including options in Perth CBD and out of town West on Rottnest Island and out East at the Vines Resort. Some ideas are for Melbourne Cup Day lunch and others are parties and functions including Cup Eve. All it needs is for you to pick a winner!

Melbourne Cup Day Lunch 2026 and After Party Venues in Perth

Giddy up Perth people and enjoy these Melbourne Cup Day fun options of restaurants and ideas of things to do! Hurry up and get out of the barrier so you don't have to jockey for positions as many will sell out.

  • Melbourne Cup Day at The Vines Resort

    The Vines Resort

    Melbourne Cup Lunch

    Celebrate Cup Day at The Vines Resort with a three-course lunch and Chandon Spritz on arrival. Guests can catch the Melbourne Cup live on the big screen while enjoying sweeps, great prizes and plenty of race day atmosphere. Tickets are $89 per person.

    Big Days Tip: Make a day of it with a Swan Valley escape.

    Cup Day excitement meets resort style.

  • Melbourne Cup Day at The Left Bank

    Melbourne Cup Cocktail Party

    Experience a fun Melbourne Cup Cocktail Party by the river in East Fremantle. Be treated to drinks, roaming canapes and a vast array of entertainment, including live music, best dressed competition and of course the race live on all screens!

    Experience Cup Day in style — book now.

  • Melbourne Cup Day at The Aviary Perth

    The Aviary

    Cup Day on the Rooftop

    Dress to impress for Cup Day at The Aviary, where race day takes over the rooftop with bottomless beers, wine and cocktail jugs, a grazing station and reserved seating. The Loft screens the racing from 10am before DJs keep the celebrations going well into the evening.

    Big Days Tip: The Rooftop makes for the perfect Cup Day stage.

    Rooftop revelry from race to late.

  • Cup Day at The Guildford

    The Guildford Hotel

    Cup Day

    Celebrate Cup Day at The Guildford Hotel, where Melbourne Cup excitement meets classic pub atmosphere. Catch every moment of the race live and loud, join the sweeps and dress to impress for a chance to win best-dressed prizes. Gather the crew for a lively race day celebration.

    Big Days Tip: We love The Guildford's classic pub atmosphere.

    Big race excitement, classic pub celebrations.

  • Melbourne Cup Day at Sweetwater

    A Sweet Cup Day 2026 Celebration

    Celebrate Cup Day at Sweetwater with three hours of bottomless bubbles, selected wines and tap beers, roaming canapes and a two-course lunch after the big race. Live music, sweeps and best-dressed prizes add to the race day atmosphere. Tickets are $165 per person.

    Food, fizz and Cup Day fun.

  • claremont-hotel-cup-day-spring-festival-perth-tile.jpg

    The Claremont Hotel

    Cup Day Spring Festival

    Celebrate Melbourne Cup Day at the Claremont. Think races on the big screens, indulgent food and drinks and more.

    Book a table for Melbourne Cup Day

  • Cup Day at BrewDog Perth

    BrewDog Perth

    BrewDog usually opens early on Cup Day, streaming every race live on big screens. Think of settling in with a fresh pint and enjoy BrewDog's signature eats while soaking up the atmosphere of race day celebrations in true brewery style.

    Big screens, cold pints, and race day vibes.

More Melbourne Cup Day 2026 Ideas for Perth

Even more ideas for fun things to do celebrating Melbourne Cup in Perth.

LOCATION VENUE EVENT COMMENTS
Perth Market Grounds
Cup Day Celebrations

Celebrate Cup Day at Market Grounds with three experiences featuring free-flowing drinks, roaming canapes or a three-course luncheon. Live music, entertainment and giveaways keep the celebrations going throughout the day. Packages start at $75pp, with general admission also available. Book your Cup Day experience now.

East Fremantle The Left Bank
Melbourne Cup Cocktail Party

Enjoy a fun day by the river this Melbourne Cup Day at The Left Bank with a Cocktail Party featuring 3 hours of bottomless drinks, roaming canapés, live race coverage and Best Dressed Comp. Smart dress code applies. Tickets $130 per person. Secure your spot for a stylish Cup Day.

Scarborough Peach Pit
Cup Day by the Coast

Celebrate Cup Day at The Peach Pit with bottomless drinks, share plates, live racing, best-dressed prizes and DJs after the race. Start with breakfast from 9am or upgrade to a private booth for $250 for groups of 4-6. Book your spot for a winning Cup Day.

Big Days Tip: We love Peach Pit's laid-back coastal atmosphere.

King's Park State Reception Centre
Melbourne Cup Perth Lunch

Join the team from The Institute for Respiratory Health in supporting cystic fibrosis and respiratory research funding with their Melbourne Cup Lunch at Fraser's Restaurant. You'll be treated to a decadent lunch, the races on the big screens plus games, raffles, prizes, silent auction and more.

Applecross Raffles Hotel
Cup Day at Raffles

Enjoy all the Melbourne Cup action LIVE + LOUD at Raffles. With all the races on the BIG screens and more for a fantastic Cup Day Experience. Book a spot for Cup Day in Perth.

Mandurah The Peninsula
Cup Day Soiree

Indulge in style this Melbourne Cup Day at the Pen. Think Cup Day Luncheon and Garden Party. Plus TAB facilities, entertainment and more. Book for Cup Day.

Victoria Park Victoria Park Hotel
Cup Day Garden Party

Get in the Melbourne Cup spirit with the Cup Day Garden Party at the Vic Park. Be treated to the races LIVE + Loud on the big screens plus entertainment and more. Reserve your place for Cup Day.

Perth The Globe
Melbourne Cup Brunch

Dress to impress this Melbourne Cup Day at the Globe. Be treated to a classic Cup Day Brunch with bubbles and more. Secure your spot for Cup Day.

Claremont The Claremont Hotel
Melbourne Cup Day

Enjoy a Melbourne Cup Day experience at the Claremont. With lunch packages and more. Plus sweeps, fashions and entertainment. Book for Melbourne Cup Day.

Perth Durty Nelly's
Melbourne Cup Day

Kick back and enjoy a lively Cup Day at Durty Nelly's with lunch, live race coverage on big screens, sweeps, cold drinks, and great food. Perfect for friends or anyone who loves a buzzing pub atmosphere. Reserve your table for Cup Day fun.

Applecross The Quarter Acre Hotel
Cup Day Lunch

Enjoy the glamour of Melbourne Cup Day at the Quarter Acre. Watch the race on the big screen and indulge with delicious food and drinks. Plus sweeps, entertainment and more. Book a spot for Melbourne Cup Day.

East Perth Royal on the Waterfront
Melbourne Cup Day

Get you Melbourne Cup Day plans sorted with a stylish day out by the waterfront at the Royal. Be treated to all the races live and loud. Plus sweeps and entertainment. Book now for Melbourne Cup Day.

Falcon Cobblers Tavern
Cup Day at Cobblers

Enjoy an action packed Melbourne Cup Day at Cobblers. Be treated to sweepstakes, entertainment and more. With delicious food and drinks. Book a table for Melbourne Cup Day.

Scarborough Scarborough Beach Bar
Cup Day by the Beach

Create some unforgettable memories this Melbourne Cup Day at the Scarborough Beach Bar. Be treated to all the action of the races with sweeps entertainment and more. Plus delicious food and cool drinks. Book now for Cup Day.

Bassendean The Bassendean Hotel
Cup Day at The Basso

Catch all the Melbourne Cup Day Action LIVE & LOUD at the Basso. Enjoy full TAB facilities in the Sports Bar plus the Big Race on the Screens in the Main Bar and LIVE music after the races. Plus best dressed prizes and roaming sweeps! Book a table for Cup Day.

The Vines The Vines Resort
Melbourne Cup Day Soiree

It's the Vines Resort time to Giddy Up this Melbourne Cup Day. A mouth-watering lunch awaits. Lots of fun of sweeps and prizes.

East Fremantle Carnaby's
Melbourne Cup Day

Live racing on the Sports Screens. Come early, breakfast and coffee available. Regular bar and restaurant menus. Giddy Up!

Perth The Aviary
Melbourne Cup Celebration

Party through the Cup Day festivities at The Aviary. You won't miss any of the action with the races LIVE & loud on the big screens. The day will be packed with entertainment, sweepstakes and more.

Guildford The Guildford Hotel
Melbourne Cup Day

Celebrate the race that stops the nation at the Guildford this Melbourne Cup Day as you watch the races in a casual atmosphere with roving sweepstakes.

Perth The Melbourne Hotel
Melbourne Cup Dining

Celebrate the thrill of the Melbourne Cup at De Baun and Co! The racing excitment matched with awesome hospitality. The big screens will have all the action from Flemington.

Como Pagoda
Melbourne Cup Day Lunch

Melbourme Cup lunch in the Historic Ballroom. Great fun and fashion for all with full inclusive package and entertainment!

Fremantle Fremantle Sailing Club
Melbourne Cup Day

Food and Drinks packaged Melbourne Cup Day fun. Get your glamour on to win best dressed, best hat and more.

Ballajura The Firkin
Melbourne Cup Picnic Lunch

Catch the race that stops a nation this Melbourne Cup Day at the Firkin. A scrumptious picnic lunch awaits. Lots of fun of sweeps and door prizes.

Fremantle Bathers Beach House
Melbourne Cup Day

Food and Drinks packaged Melbourne Cup Day fun. Get your glamour on to win best dressed, best hat and more.

Kings Park Frasers Restaurant
Melbourne Cup Garden Party

Fancy attires are must on the first Tuesday in November at Frasers Melbourne Cup Day Party. Fashions on the Field prizes for best dressed and best hat.

Perth Novotel Perth
Melbourne Cup Party

Champagne with corks popping this Melbourne Cup day. Celebrate with fun and flare. A packaged party with the races on the big sports screens.

Wembley The Wembley Hotel
Melbourne Cup Dining

Celebrate the Melbourne Cup day at The Wembley! Enjoy casual entry or book Lunch. Watch the races on the big sports screens.

Tell us About your Melbourne Cup Day Event in Perth

The Cup Carnival is just the start explore more Big Days in Perth

Melbourne Cup Day is just one highlight in a busy season of Big Days in Perth. Get into the spooky spirit with Halloween Perth, then turn your attention to Christmas parties and festive dining with Christmas Day Perth.

From there, it's on to the Biggest of the Big Days with NYE Perth on 31 December, followed by the Perth Cup on New Year's Day. Planning your race-day look? Find style inspiration in our Fashions on the Field Perth guide.