Thursday 27th August 2026
| 12:00pm – 5:00pm | Ladbrokes Cannon Park
The Ladbrokes Sportsman Luncheon and Calcutta is the carnival’s premier corporate entertainment event, bringing together racing industry legends, business leaders, and passionate racing fans for an afternoon of exceptional food, beverages, and insider racing and sporting insights.
This sophisticated ticketed event has become a must-attend fixture, consistently selling out thanks to its unique blend of high-quality entertainment and exclusive racing access.
Hosted by Ladbrokes and featuring special guest speakers including champion jockeys, renowned trainers, and sporting personalities, the luncheon offers unprecedented access to the stars. Enjoy a premium multi-course meal including a seafood platter, with matched beverages while hearing captivating stories from the track, expert tips for the carnival, and insights into Australia’s sporting industry.
The event’s highlight is the live barrier draw for the Red Beret Hotel Cairns Cup, adding drama and excitement as connections learn their horse’s crucial starting position.
The traditional Calcutta auction follows, where guests bid on their favoured Cup runners, creating an electric atmosphere of friendly competition and racing passion.
This event perfectly balances sporting tradition with inclusive modern hospitality, making it the ideal corporate entertainment choice for businesses looking to reward clients, staff, or partners with an unforgettable racing experience.
Book Now: https://www.trybooking.com/DJILX
General Admission includes Public Pavilion
$30.75pp
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.
General Admission- Saturday 22nd August 2026
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
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
A complimentary bus service operates to and from Ladbrokes Cannon Park on race day. The same route and times from 2025 apply.
Cairns Central Fashions on the Field
Cairns Central Fashions on the Field is always the highlight of elegance and glamour during the Ladbrokes Cairns Super Carnival. The 2026 Carnival of Colour promises to be no different — with five incredible categories sure to capture the individual style and personality of every contestant.
Fashion Theme: Carnival of Colour
Fashion Categories:
- Under 30 — Celebrate your style with a vibrant, youthful take on race day fashion.
- 30+ Ladies — Polished elegance meets the colour and energy of the Carnival of Colour.
- Well Suited — A bold and tailored take on classic racewear with statement accessories.
- Millinery — High-fashion headwear with structure, drama, and impeccable craftsmanship.
- Best Dressed Couple — Complementary styles bursting with colour and personality.
For full entry details, judging criteria and prizes, visit our Fashions on the Field page.
2026 Ladbrokes Cannon Park Map
