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Tuesday 3 November 2026
Melbourne Cup VIP
The Area Hotel & BistroDoors 10:00 amTickets from $79
MELBOURNE CUP VIP AT THE AREA HOTEL Celebrate Melbourne Cup Day in style with an exclusive VIP experience at The Area Hotel. Join us on Tuesday, 3 November for an afternoon of racing, premium canapés and access to your own private bar. TICKETS: $79 PER PERSON STRICTLY LIMITED TO 80 GUESTS Your VIP experience includes: • Exclusive access to the VIP Area • Premium canapé menu served throughout the afternoon • Dedicated private bar • Melbourne Cup racing shown live • Best Dressed and Best Suited competitions CANAPÉ MENU • Mini Antipasto Skewers • Beef & Ricotta Crostini • Mini Arancini Balls • Meatball Skewers with Tahini Yoghurt • Sticky Bourbon Chicken Skewers • Mini Caesar Salad Cups Beverages are available for purchase throughout the event from the private VIP bar. With only 80 tickets available, early bookings are strongly recommended. Gather your group, dress for the occasion and enjoy Melbourne Cup Day in style at The Area Hotel.
Venue
The Area Hotel & Bistro
208 Banna Ave, Griffith NSW
Time
11:30 am start
Doors 10:00 am
Entry
18+ event
Valid ID required
Entry conditions
18+ EVENT – VALID PHOTO ID REQUIRED This is an 18+ event. Valid proof of age identification may be required upon entry and when purchasing alcohol. All alcohol will be served in accordance with NSW Responsible Service of Alcohol requirements. Intoxicated persons will not be served alcohol and may be refused entry or asked to leave the licensed premises. Beverages are not included in the ticket price and are available for purchase from the private VIP bar. Management reserves the right to refuse entry or service in accordance with liquor licensing requirements and venue conditions. Please drink responsibly.