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Melbourne Cup Goes Mad


You’re Invited to Hotel Gosford’s Melbourne Cup Goes Mad!

Sorcery awaits at Hotel Gosford’s fantastical Melbourne Cup Wonderland.

Presenting a fantastical luncheon in Hotel Gosford’s Wonderland, featuring a suitably regal guest, delightful and decadent dining, bold beverages and unimaginably more! Plus, there’s entertainment that’s just a little bit… Mad!

Go on an adventure into a Wonderland of racing, and take your hats off to the ‘Race That Stops The Nation!’

The Theme: Go Mad with Hats and Fantastical Fascinators 

Start your adventure with a magical drink on arrival. 

Plus, enjoy all the fantastical festivities with:

  • ‘The Wonderland’ A truly wonderful place to venture for classy moments, watch the big race and party into the afternoon.  

  • Fashions on the Field

  • Resident DJs mixing beats

  • 6 metre mega screen + HD screens

  • Onsite TAB, plus race-day sweeps

Please see details on our tickets and menu below.

Fantastical Feast - $95pp

Specially curated by our Chef, taste the delights of a lavish two-course luncheon with restaurant seating. Enjoy a magical drink on arrival. 

Shared Entree 

  • Burrata and Serrano, Roasted Fennel, Eschalots, Blistered Tomatoes, Freeze-Dried Orange, Shiraz Vinaigrette gf

  • Sesame and Macadamia Lavash

Shared Mains

  • Pork Loin with Apple and Sage Musard, Charred Stonefruits gf

  • Baked Swordfish with Cauliflower Puree, Fish Roe, Lemon Pearls, Petite Bouche gf 

  • Pear & Radicchio Salad with Witlof, Hazelnuts, Parsley, Eschalot Vinaigrette gf ve

  • Mushroom Cloud with Roasted Beets, Mushroom Medley, Sesame Tuile, Citrus Foam gf ve

Canapes - $79pp

A relaxed bar-side space awaits! Disappear into an afternoon of mischievous munchies with canapes plus a magical drink on arrival. 

  • Whittens Organic Oysters with Mignonette gf df

  • Prosciutto Wrapped Figs with Burnt Honey gf

  • Beetroot Arancini with Truffle Mayo gf ve

  • Halloumi and Pistachio Baklava v

  • Lobster and Prawn Brioche Roll with Citrus Mayo 

  • White Chocolate and Raspberry Scones with Berry Compote v

Marquee Experience

We’re accepting expressions of interest for corporate groups of 20 people or more for a premium experience in our exclusive marquee zone. 

With a dedicated server and front-row seats to our HD screens, it’s like watching the race track-side. 

Terms & Conditions apply. See booking link for details.

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