Cairns Cup 2026

Saturday, 29th August 2026

Gates open 10:30am

9 Local Races

Feature Race Day of the 2025 Great Northern Brewing Co. Super Carnival

General Admission available or experience the day with one of our hospitality packages

      • President’s Luncheon
      • Great Northern 1500 Club
      • Ultimate Corporate Marquee
      • Garden Party
      • General Admission includes Public Pavilion
      • CJC Membership for the day
      • Members Bar Catering Platers

Presidents Luncheon

Members: $400pp

Non-Members: $375pp

Indulge in an exclusive race day experience at the Presidents Luncheon, hosted in the air-conditioned Presidents Lounge—a premium setting designed for racing enthusiasts who appreciate both excitement and elegance.

Perfectly positioned at ground level opposite the mounting yard, this sought-after trackside venue delivers exceptional views of the action, creating an unforgettable day of racing, dining, and entertainment in a refined social atmosphere.

Inclusions & Benefits

✔ Exclusive Reserved Seating – Stylish tables within the Presidents Lounge
✔ Prime Trackside Location – Outstanding views overlooking the mounting yard
✔ Climate-Controlled Comfort – Cool, shaded, semi air-conditioned environment
✔ Gourmet Dining – Three-course alternate-drop luncheon by Coral Coast Catering
✔ Premium Beverage Package – 7 hours including beer, wine, and spirits
✔ On-Site Betting Facilities – TAB & Bookmakers available
✔ Complimentary Race Book – One per guest
✔ Live Entertainment – Enjoy fantastic performances throughout the day

Great Northern 1500 Club

$328pp

Elevate your race day experience at the Cairns Super Carnival with the ultimate trackside view from the top level of the exclusive 1500 Club marquee.

 

A Carnival favourite and guaranteed sellout, this premium experience offers panoramic views of the racetrack, top-tier hospitality, and an all-inclusive package featuring gourmet canapés, grazing stations, and a premium beverage selection.

Inclusions:
✅ Gate entry
✅ Exclusive access to the premium two-storey marquee
✅ Gourmet catering – substantial canapés & grazing food stations
✅ Premium 7-hour beverage package – Beer, Wine, Champagne, Spirits & Soft Drinks
✅ Live race coverage & TAB facilities
✅ On-site entertainment
✅ Private amenities

      General Admission includes Public Pavilion

      $30.75pp

      General Admission- Saturday 29th August 2025

        General Admission 3-day carnival pass

        $82pp

        The inaugural Great Northern Brewing Co. Cairns Super Carnival is scheduled from Friday, 15 August to Saturday, 23 August 2025, at Cannon Park Racecourse in Cairns.

        Super Carnival Pass for all 3 Days.

        • General Admission- Saturday 22nd August 2026
        • General Admission- Friday 28th August 2026
        • General Admission- Saturday 29th August 2026

          CJC membership for the day

          $125

          • Enjoy all the benefits of a Cairns Jockey Club member, for the day

            Members Bar Catering Platters

            • Choose from a selection of antipasto, dips, sandwiches, sushi or desserts
            • Can be collected from Presidents Lounge or Winning Post Bars.

              CAIRNS JOCKEY CLUB COMPLIMENTARY BUS SERVICE

              Leaving from the Reef Casino to Ladbrokes Cannon Park 

              • 10am to 1pm every 20mins

              Leaving Ladbrokes Cannon Park to the Reef Casino

              • 5:30pm to 8pm every 10mins

              Fashions on the Field

              Fashions on the Field competitions are always the highlight of elegance and glamour during the Cairns Cup and Cairns Amateurs Carnivals. The new Cairns Super carnival promises to be no different. 2 incredible days of Fashion competitions are to be contested with new exciting categories sure to capture the individual style and personality of each contestant.

                Cairns Cup Race Day: Saturday, August 23rd, 2025

                Fashion Theme: Bold & Beautiful

                Fashion Categories:

                • Best Dressed Lady – Polished sophistication with bold colour blocking or monochrome elegance including statement accessories.
                • Best Dressed Gentleman – A BOLD take on classic racewear (tailored suiting, statement accessories).
                • Best Millinery – High-fashion headwear with structure, drama, and impeccable craftsmanship.
                • Most Stylish Couple – Complementary styles with a luxe feel. –
                • Bold Allure- A striking take on a Black and White elegance with a modern, gender-inclusive edge.

                 

                  Ultimate Corporate Marquee

                  Cost Per Day

                  Red Beret Hotel Cairns Cup Day Saturday 23rd August 2025

                  $15,250 inc GST

                  for 50 pox (Race Sponsorship extra $4,400 inc GST)*

                  • Package for 50 guest groups
                  • Reserved private space with personal Bar and Bartender
                  • Canapes served throughout the day including fresh oysters
                  • 7-hour all inclusive premium beverage package including spirits
                  • TAB & Book Facilities
                  • Race Book
                  • Corporate Signage and theming mounted in area
                  • Bathroom amenities located at rear of marquee

                  Contact the Cairns Jockey Club for more information*

                    Race Day Sponsors

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