Ladbrokes Newmarket Ladies Day
Friday, 28th August 2026 |10:30 am – Late | Ladbrokes Cannon Park
Ladbrokes Cairns Newmarket Ladies Day is where fashion meets the track in spectacular style. This glamorous Friday race meeting showcases an 8-race program of quality thoroughbred racing while celebrating everything that makes racing a visual feast—colour, creativity, elegance, and bold personal style. It's the carnival day where looking fabulous is just as important as backing a winner.
The day features multiple entertainment zones, from trackside general admission to exclusive hospitality areas offering premium food and beverage experiences. With a festival atmosphere throughout the precinct, there's something for everyone looking to embrace the glamour of racing.
Entry to the new Hard Rated Zone is free with a GA ticket on Ladbrokes Ladies Day –live music, big vibes, all afternoon long.
For the ultimate Ladies Day experience, the exclusive Gordon’s Pink Gin Ladies Long Lunch in the Silks Pavilion offers guests elegant banquet-style dining with premium racing viewing, entertainment, and prizes—plus the prestigious Fashions on the Field competition, where the best-dressed compete for substantial prizes and recognition.
Whether you prefer classic elegance, contemporary chic, or bold statement pieces, the Gordon’s Pink Gin Ladies Long Lunch is your moment to shine.
Ladbrokes Newmarket Ladies Day delivers an unforgettable blend of high fashion and high-stakes racing that positions it as North Queensland's premier social racing event—the perfect excuse to dress up, celebrate with friends, and embrace the glamour of carnival season.
President's Luncheon
Members: $345pp
Non-Members: $370pp
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 Brewing Co. 1500 Club
$305pp
Elevate your race day experience at the Ladbrokes 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, Sparkling, Spirits & Soft Drinks
✅ Live race coverage & TAB facilities
✅ On-site entertainment
✅ Private amenities
Gordon's Pink Gin Ladies Long Lunch
$249pp
The Ladies Long Lunch represents the pinnacle of Ladies' Day sophistication—an exclusive ticketed experience in the Silks Pavilion. This premium event combines elegant banquet-style dining with world-class racing entertainment in a luxurious trackside marquee setting. Replacing the previous high tea format, this refreshed concept delivers elevated dining that matches the calibre of the day.
Guests arrive to a dedicated registration and photo activation zone before settling into beautifully styled long banquet tables. The menu features sharing-style platters showcasing Coral Coast Catering’s best offerings, complemented by premium beverages.
The exclusive Fashions on the Field competition offers Ladies Long Lunch attendees a separate judging process from general admission. Photo judging on arrival identifies the Top 10 finalists who progress to a live judging round with substantial prizes for the winner. Throughout the afternoon, enjoy professional MC entertainment, Fun activations, live performers, and gift bags. The semi-outdoor air-conditioned venue provides perfect comfort while maintaining direct access to trackside racing action, creating an unforgettable fusion of fine dining and racing excitement that defines premium carnival hospitality.
General Admission (includes general entry to the Hard Rated Zone)
$33pp online
$37pp gate
General Admission- Friday 28th August 2026
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.
Hop on the free bus thanks to The Reef Hotel Casino
A complimentary bus service operates to and from Ladbrokes Cannon Park on race day to The Reef Casino in the heart of Cairns City.
WHAT'S ON
Ladbrokes Super Carnival Great Northern 1500 Club
The Great Northern 1500 Club is the carnival’s premium marquee experience — available across all three race days for those who want the very best the carnival has to offer. Set in the upper-level marquee with premium trackside views, it’s the ideal setting for a full day of racing, hospitality, and celebration.
Ladbrokes Super Carnival Hard Rated Zone
Big energy, big vibes. The Hard Rated Zone is the ultimate trackside party — DJ entertainment, drink vouchers, shade umbrellas, and racing all day. The Hard Rated Zone is the carnival’s dedicated party precinct ..
Gordon’s Pink Gin Ladies Long Lunch
Join us for the Gordon’s Pink Gin Ladies Long Lunch at Ladbrokes Cannon Park, Cairns. Elevated dining, style and celebration on Ladies Day, 28 August 2026.
