Sip champagne in the sunshine and get giddy with all of the race-day action at The Island Gold Coast. The venue has compiled a range of packages depending on the kind of Melbourne Cup experience (and budget) you desire. The G.H. Mumm Birdcage on the Island Rooftop comes complete with three champagne-filled hours of premium beverages as well as mouth-watering hot and cold canapes served to your table throughout the afternoon. The G.H. Mumm Gala Luncheon will be held in the Island Glasshouse and includes a palate-pleasing range of cocktails by the carafe, as well as wine and beer. If you’re really keen to ball out this Melbourne Cup, book a seat in the Cocktail Soiree in the Island Penthouse, which is every bit as exclusive as it sounds.

G.H. Mumm Birdcage – The Island Rooftop
Have your fascinators at the ready, the Rooftop is serving up a sumptuous selection of canapes, including more substantial offerings and a woodfired 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 snaps for the ‘gram.

Cocktail Soiree – The Island Penthouse
If you really want to level up the festivities, live it up for Melbourne Cup on the top floor, complete with open-air terrace, seafood station and charcuterie and cheese 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 soiree in the sunshine.

G.H. Mumm Gala Luncheon – The Island Glasshouse
Treat yourself to a decadent feast with canapes and a three-course luncheon with a premium drinks selection including G.H. Mumm Grand Cordon, cocktail carafes, rosé, prosecco, premium wines, tap beers, ginger beer and cider. Your ticket includes a $10 charity donation to Traction, a live band to keep you entertained, an MC to host, and a photo wall to pose in front of.

Check out all of The Island’s primo Melbourne Cup packages here.