MELBOURNE CUP 2025

Schedule

Tue Nov 04 2025 at 12:00 pm to 07:00 pm

UTC+11:00

Location

The Great Northern Hotel | Newcastle, NS

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Melbourne Cup takes the reins at GNH—Join us for the biggest race of the season!
About this Event

Get ready for the race that stops the nation—Melbourne Cup is coming to GNH! Join us for a day of excitement, style, and celebration on Tuesday, November 5th.

We'll have sweeps, best dressed prizes, and the race live on the big screen, plus roaming canapes to keep you fuelled all day long. Whether you’re here for the fashion, the fun, or just the fizz—this is the place to be.


Offering VIP packages that include:

- Roaming canapes

- 3 Hour Drink Package

$ 95 PP


Live Music & DJs after the event til late to keep the party going all night.

Limited capacity available!


T &Cs Apply.

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Where is it happening?

The Great Northern Hotel, 83-89 Scott Street, Newcastle, Australia

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Tickets

AUD 101.90

The Great Northern Hotel

Host or Publisher The Great Northern Hotel

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