Melbourne Cup 2026 at the Duke

The race that stops the nation – with a waterfront view

Dust off the fascinators, find your best race-day outfit and join us at the Duke for Melbourne Cup 2026.

On Tuesday 3 November, we’ll be settling in for an afternoon of racing, good food, bubbles, live music and entertainment – all from our spot on the Russell waterfront.

Your ticket includes a glass of bubbles on arrival, delicious food throughout the day, live music and entertainment, plus all the Melbourne Cup action live.

The Details

Tuesday 3 November 2026

11.45am – 5.30pm

$85 per person

Tables are for 10 guests, with full payment of $850 per table required to secure your booking.

So round up your race-day crew and make an afternoon of it. Whether you’re backing a favourite, choosing purely by the name or just here for the bubbles, Melbourne Cup Day at the Duke is always a good excuse for a Tuesday afternoon out.

Book Your Table

Bookings need to be confirmed by Thursday 1 October 2026, along with any dietary requirements or allergies.

We’ll always do our best to accommodate seating requests, but outside tables are limited and weather dependent, so specific locations can’t be guaranteed.

Cancellation Policy: Cancellations must be received by Tuesday 27 October 2026. Cancellations after this date may result in part of your payment being retained.

Ready to join us? Book your table and we’ll see you trackside – Russell style.