Cup Day at the 'G

The Melbourne Cricket Club invites members and guests to join in the Melbourne Cup celebrations from the Members’ Reserve on Tuesday November 4.

The revelry begins with a picture perfect photo opportunity on the boundary line of the MCG where you will be treated to arrival drinks and canapes.

Enjoy the live broadcast of the ancillary races from the comfort of the Committee Room while you enjoy a two course sit down meal (entree and main).

Then take in the main event, the Melbourne Cup, in the Long Room where a themed dessert station will take center stage.

The festivities will be hosted by former Group 1 Jockey and racing media personality, Alf Matthews. He will be joined by racing enthusiast and Collingwood legend, Tony Shaw as guest speaker.

Guests will also enjoy a five-hour beverage package and plenty of Cup Day activities including live portraits by professional artists that guests can take home as a keepsake and a sweepstakes competition with prizes up for grabs.

This function is open to all members and up to five (5) guests.

FUNCTION DETAILS

Date: Tuesday November 4, 2025
Time: 11.30am – 4.30pm
Locations:
Boundary Line, Members' Reserve (arrival drinks and canapes)
Committee Room, Level 2 Members' Reserve (sit-down lunch)
Long Room, Level 2 Members' Reserve (dessert)
Dress code: Racewear. A lounge suit or tailored jacket, shirt, tie, slacks (tailored chinos are acceptable) and dress shoes, or attire of a similar high standard.
Cost:
Early Bird - ends 9.00am Tuesday September 16
Members: $200 | Guests: $220
Standard
Members: $210 | Guests: $230

Bookings for this function open at 9.00am AEST on Tuesday September 2 and will be taken on a first-in, first-served basis. Members can book by clicking on the ‘book now’ button above when bookings open. Bookings will close at 5.00pm AEDT on Tuesday October 28 unless sold out prior.

If after booking you find that you are unable to attend, please email mccfunctions@mcc.org.au or phone (03) 9657 8888. We will do our best, but we cannot guarantee a refund for any cancellation after 5.00pm on Tuesday October 28.