Cocktail Party Archives

Melbourne Cup

When more is the only way to go. Expect more, more, more — with heaps of ways to party this Melbourne Cup Day across the whole of the Island Gold Coast.

Ruffle some feathers at the G.H. Mumm Birdcage — The Island Rooftop. Have your fascinators at the ready, the Rooftop is serving up a whip-cracking selection of canapés, including more substantial offerings and a wood fired pizza station to keep you satisfied all day. Sip on Mumm Brut Prestige during the three-hour premium beverage package, with premium wines (including rosé), tap beers, ginger beer and cider all included. You’ll be entertained with an MC to host, DJs, sweeps, giant LED screens to watch the big race and a photo wall to capture your gorgeousness — mwah!

From 12.30pm – 3.30pm, enjoy 3 hours of:

Beverages: Mumm Brut Prestige, premium wines, rosé, premium tap beers, ginger beer, cider, soft drink and juices
Food: wood fired pizza station and an exquisite selection of hot and cold canapés
Entertainment throughout the afternoon
Fashions on the field, amazing prizes for best dressed Duke and Duchess, best race day hat, race day sweeps and more.

The After-Party, open to the public, will kick off on The Island Rooftop at 3:30pm and continue until late.

From $120 per person + booking fee.

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G.H. Mumm Gala Luncheon – The Island Glasshouse

Live luxe at the G.H. Mumm Gala Luncheon — The Island Glasshouse. Treat yourself to a decadent three-and-a-half-hour feast and three course luncheon at the Island Glasshouse. You’ll be spoilt for choice with a premium drinks selection including Mumm Brut Prestige, Watermelon and Elderflower Spritz Cocktails, rosé, prosecco, premium wines, tap beers, ginger beer and cider. And there’s more! Your ticket includes a $10 charity donation, a live band to keep you entertained, an MC to host, and photo wall.

From 12.00pm – 3.30pm, enjoy 3.5 hours of:

Beverages: Mumm Brut Prestige, Watermelon and Elderflower Spritz Cocktails, premium wine, rosé, prosecco, premium tap beers, ginger beer, cider, soft drink and juices
Food: three course gala luncheon
Entertainment throughout the afternoon including a live band
Fashions on the field, amazing prizes for best dressed Duke and Duchess, best race day hat, race day sweeps and more.

Package One – $195 per person + booking fee.

Package Two – Add 3.5hrs of premium spirits to your package – $229 per person + booking fee.

$10 from every ticket will go towards our charity partner for the day.

*Every group is seated at their own table at the G.H. Mumm Gala Luncheon. Groups seated together must be on the same package/ticket type. If your group is buying tickets individually, come up with your ‘group name’ and include it at checkout so we can sit your group together.

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Glasshouse Gala Luncheon Menu

Two course menu served alternate drop with an oyster bar.

On the table
Artisan bread rolls with butter and smoked salt

Entree
Beetroot & gin cured salmon, citrus creme fraiche, heirloom tomato, radish, salmon caviar, lemon oil (gf) (A)
Lamb loin, chickpea puree, toasted macadamia, whipped goats cheese, sumac, harissa oil, shiso (gf)

Mains
Slow cooked beef cheek, salt baked beetroots, confit garlic mash, Bourguignon sauce (gf)
Roasted chicken breast, parsnip puree, charred leeks, crispy leeks, chicken jus (gf)

Dessert
Chocolate & salted caramel tart, whipped mascarpone, roasted hazelnut brittle (gf)
Lemon meringue tart, blueberry compote, edible flowers

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Private Booths – The Island Rooftop

Buddy up with a G.H. Mumm Champagne Private Booth — The Island Rooftop. Looking for an exclusive way to celebrate for you and your crew? These luxe booths guarantee you a winning day, with all the G.H. Mumm Birdcage inclusions PLUS welcome charcuterie and welcome bottles of G.H. Mumm Grand Cordon Champagne, served to your cosy seats. You’ll also enjoy cocktail carafes throughout the three-hour festivities.

From 12.30pm – 3.30pm, enjoy 3 hours of:

All the beverage, food, and entertainment inclusions from the G.H. Mumm Birdcage on the Island Rooftop, PLUS
Your own exclusive guaranteed private seating for your group on the Island Rooftop
Welcome charcuterie brought to your table on arrival
Welcome bottles of G.H. Mumm Grand Cordon Champagne brought to your table on arrival (1 x 700ml bottle per 4 people booked)
Watermelon and Elderflower Spritz Cocktail carafes throughout the 3 hour package.

From $190 per person + booking fee. Minimum 6 people.

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Penthouse Gala Luncheon – The Island Penthouse

Go all-out glam this Melbourne Cup at the Penthouse Gala Luncheon — The Island Penthouse. An exclusive celebration on the top floor, complete with our open-air Penthouse Terrace Bar. Indulge with an oyster bar on arrival, followed by a two-course luncheon. Sip on premium spirits, Mumm Brut Prestige, Watermelon & Elderflower Spritz Cocktails, rosé, prosecco, ginger beer and premium tap beers — all included during this three-and-a-half-hour sit-down luncheon in the sunshine.

To top it all off, enjoy DJs and an MC hosting the day’s entertainment, sweeps, all the live racing action, and a photo wall to capture your most stylish moments.

From 12.00pm – 3.30pm, enjoy 3.5 hours of:

Beverages: Premium spirits, Cocktails – Watermelon and Elderflower Spritz; Mumm Brut Prestige, premium wines, rosé, prosecco, premium tap beers, ginger beer, cider, soft drink and juices
Food: oyster bar and a two course sit-down luncheon
DJs throughout the afternoon
Fashions on the field, amazing prizes for best dressed Duke and Duchess, best race day hat, race day sweeps and more.

From $229 per person + booking fee.

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Penthouse Gala Luncheon Menu

Two course menu served alternate drop with an oyster bar.

Oyster Bar

Mains
Slow cooked beef cheek, salt baked beetroots, confit garlic mash, Bourguignon sauce (gf)
Roasted chicken breast, parsnip puree, charred leeks, crispy leeks, chicken jus (gf)

*Every group is seated at their own table at the Penthouse Gala Luncheon. If your group is buying tickets individually, come up with your ‘group name’ and include it at checkout so we can sit your group together.

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Private Rooms

Looking to cater for a larger group in your own exclusive space? Contact us via the form here or phone us on (07) 5538 8000 to chat about how we can combine multiple booths for your group or provide you with your very own exclusive-use room.

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FAQs

Can you cater to my food allergies and dietary requirements? We strive to accommodate food allergies. For the Glasshouse Luncheon, include dietary needs at checkout. For other areas, inform our staff on the day. Note: We may not cater to all preferences (e.g., keto, low-carb, low sugar).

Can you seat my group together? Allocated seating is available only for the Glasshouse Luncheon and the Penthouse Luncheon. If purchasing tickets separately for these events, create a ‘group name’ and include at checkout to ensure your party is seated together. All other events have unallocated seating; arrive early to secure a spot.

Are there ID or minimum age requirements to enter the event? This event will be restricted to over 18s only. There will also be a range of non-alcoholic drinks available in all packages throughout the event.

What’s the refund policy? We do not offer refunds for this event.