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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. The Island Rooftop will remain open until late after the race day packages conclude.

G.H. Mumm Birdcage – The Island Rooftop

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 Marlborough 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 Marlborough 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 $110 per person + booking fee

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Perrier Jouët Champagne Private Booths – The Island Rooftop

Buddy up with a Perrier Jouët 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 Perrier-Jouët Champagne, served to your cosy den. 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 booth for your group on the Island Rooftop
Welcome charcuterie brought to your table on arrival
Welcome bottles of the super-premium and world-renowned Perrier-Jouët Champagne brought to your table on arrival (4 x 700ml bottles per 10 people booked)
Cocktail carafes throughout the 3 hour package.

From $180 per person + booking fee. Minimum 10 people.

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Cocktail Soirée – The Island Penthouse

Go super glam at the Cocktail Soirée — The Island Penthouse. If you’re partial to the finer things in life, live it up for Melbourne Cup on the top floor, complete with open-air terrace, oyster bar and charcuterie station for grazing. You’ll also be treated to a selection of tasty canapés, Mumm Marlborough Brut Prestige, Espresso Martinis, Margaritas, rosé, prosecco, ginger beer and premium tap beers during this three-and-a-half-hour soirée in the sunshine. To top it all off there’ll be DJs, an MC to host, all the action from the big race, sweeps and a photo wall to show off your best side in style.

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

Beverages: Cocktails – Espresso Martinis and Margaritas, Mumm Marlborough Brut Prestige, premium wines, rosé, prosecco, premium tap beers, ginger beer, cider, soft drink and juices
Food: oyster bar, charcuterie grazing station, an exquisite selection of hot, cold and dessert 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.

From $185 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 G.H. Mumm Grand Cordon, cocktail carafes, rosé, prosecco, premium wines, tap beers, ginger beer and cider. And there’s more! Your ticket includes a $10 charity donation to Traction, 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: G.H. Mumm Grand Cordon Champagne, refreshing range of cocktail carafes, premium wine, rosé, prosecco, premium tap beers, ginger beer, cider, soft drink and juices
Food: three course gala luncheon
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.

From $195 per person + booking fee. $10 from every ticket will go towards our charity partner for the day, Traction.

*Every group is seated at their own table at the G.H. Mumm 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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Glasshouse Gala Luncheon Menu

Three course menu served alternate drop.

Entree
Fremantle octopus carpaccio, charred orange, fennel, chives, radish, salmon pearls (df/gf)
Lamb loin, goats curd, chickpea, smoked eggplant, pomegranate, toasted almonds (gf)

Mains
Eye fillet, tarragon mash, asparagus, port wine jus (gf)
Chicken breast, blackened carrots, carrot purée, thyme jus gras, cavolo nero (gf)

To Finish
Chocolate ooze cake, toasted hazelnuts, salted caramel, vanilla bean ice cream (v)
Passion fruit tart, blackberries, sorghum

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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. If purchasing tickets separately for the Glasshouse event, 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.

Where colour will reign supreme this Melbourne Cup

As the Gold Coast’s premier party destination, The Island Gold Coast will host the most colourful, vibrant and entertaining Melbourne Cup event this year – and the theme is ‘where colour reigns supreme’.

The Island’s General Manager Scott Iliff said that guests will be swept up in the colour and excitement of Melbourne Cup racing – one of the most anticipated social calendar events – and the party atmosphere.

“From the race-day fashions to the immersive entertainment and premium food and drinks, Melbourne Cup at The Island will be a party unlike any other,” explains Scott.

“It will also be one of the first events in our new Glasshouse – a 400-metre square marquee-style space that can host up to 650 guests.”

The Rooftop Melbourne Cup Party

“The space has been designed to make the most of the Gold Coast’s beautiful weather with a 12-metre-long alfresco bar, huge deck and extra high ceilings – and this Melbourne Cup it’s going to be party central!”

The VIP G.H.Mumm Glasshouse Party

“Or guests can choose to party in the open-air on The Island’s Rooftop which will have an energetic and dynamic race-day vibe.”

The Island Gold Coast is close to public transport and parking, making it easy for partygoers and hotel guests.

Choose from the Rooftop Party from $99 kicking off at 12:30pm or the VIP G.H. Mumm Glasshouse Party at $169 starting at 11:30am.

Tickets will sell fast so reserve yours now here.

Glasshouse – The Newest Event Space at the Island Gold Coast

From November, The Island Gold Coast will change the future of functions forever with the launch of the Glasshouse. Like its namesake, this new and innovative marquee-style functions space will provide an optimum environment for growth – but rather than growing greenery it will be the perfect setting for growing new partnerships, new business, new memories and more.

Holding an enviable ground-floor location in the heart of Surfers Paradise, close to transport and secure parking, with over 600 square metres of space on offer and catering for up to 700 guests cocktail style and 350 guests banquet style, the Glasshouse will be the destination of choice for larger celebrations. These include exhibitions, conferences, galas, award events, lunch and dinner events, cocktail parties, brand launches and weddings.

“There’s nothing else quite like the Glasshouse on the Gold Coast,” says Scott Iliff, General Manager. “It’s a very versatile and beautiful event space in a privileged location – everything has been considered to ensure it delivers beyond expectations, regardless of the event.”

With its glass-panel walls and extra-high ceilings, the Glasshouse has been designed to make the most of the Gold Coast climate and the beautiful surrounds, bringing the very best of the outdoors in. Overlooking Bruce Bishop Park, it seamlessly connects guests with the neighbouring green space.

Inside, the Glasshouse features a state-of-the-art banqueting kitchen, capable of catering to the most diverse tastes and the largest groups.

The dedicated 12-metre long alfresco-style bar with adjoining deck will delight with its drinks menus, and the space and opportunity it presents to event hosts to bring people together. The space also features full state-of-the-art audio and visual capabilities and offers direct access to all hotel facilities, including boutique rooms and suites.

The Glasshouse will be available from early November, just in time for the Melbourne Cup. It is open for bookings now.

The addition of the Glasshouse to The Island Gold Coast means the venue now has five unique and captivating event spaces on offer, including the Rooftop, the Penthouse, the Pool Deck and Goldie’s.