Caloundra Cup Day 2026
Caloundra Cup Day 2026
Event Schedule
GATES OPEN
10:15am Members Gates
10:30am General Admission Gates
RACE TIMES: View Racebook
TicketS
GENERAL ADMISSION
1st Release $27
Closed
2nd Release $30
Closes 21 June
Final Release $37
Online Only
Four Mates Crew Pack $100
Online Only
Gate Price $40
Concession $35
MEMBER’S GUEST passes
$95pp* Member’s Guest
Day Passes
Children Under 18 FREE
CALOUNDRA CUP 2026 PRELUDE EVENTS
BREAKFAST WITH THE STARS – Tuesday 30 june
An Exclusive Trackside Event for Members, Industry & Media
FREE EVENT · OPEN TO ALL · REGISTRATION REQUIRED
Date: Tuesday, 30 June 2026
Time: 6:30 AM – 8:00 AM
Location: Members’ Terrace, Sunshine Coast Turf Club
This is what racing is really about.Â
Breakfast with the Stars is an authentic and intimate event, open to all. Owners, trainers, members, media, racing fans and first timers are all welcome to rise trackside and be part of the community that shapes Caloundra Cup Day.Â
Watch the final gallops as the Cup contenders stretch their legs in the early morning light. Hear the stories behind the runners, straight from the connections who know them best, trackside, over breakfast.Â
 It’s free. It’s special. And there’s nothing else like it on the Coast.Â
 More special guests to be announced.Â
MEDIA ENQUIRIES & INTERVIEWS
For media access and interview requests: Taryn Delaney [email protected]
TAB CALCUTTA – FRIDAY 3 JULY
The Ultimate Prelude to Caloundra Cup Day
The afternoon before the Cup, and the room will know who to watch.
Exclusive Table of 10: $170pp | Shared Table Seating: $180pp
Date: Friday, 3 July
Time: 12:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Location: The Establishment, Sunshine Coast Turf Club
This year, trainer Tony McEvoy joins the Calcutta as a special guest. The man who prepared Half Yours for her 2025 Caloundra Cup win before she went on to claim the Melbourne Cup, will be in the room sharing his insights ahead of the big race.Â
 The TAB Calcutta is the perfect warm up to Caloundra Cup Day. A two-course gourmet lunch, a four-hour premium drinks package, expert racing insights, and the thrill of the Calcutta auction, where you can “own” a runner in the Caloundra Cup and win big if your horse salutes.
More special guests to be announced.Â
WHAT'S INCLUDED & KEY DETAILS
What’s Included
- Two-course gourmet lunch with an afternoon delight
- Four-hour premium drinks package featuring Jansz Premium Sparkling, wines, beers, and spirits
- Prime betting access and expert insights
- Engaging auction to “own” a Caloundra Cup Day runner
How the TAB Calcutta Works
The TAB Calcutta is a high-stakes sweep run across two stages.
- Purchase a ticket/s (or form a syndicate with your table) for a chance to be randomly assigned a Caloundra Cup runner.
- Auction – All drawn horses are then auctioned: 50% of the sale price goes to the prize pool, 50% to the ticket holder.
The final prize pool is split among first, second, and third place finishers.
Bid wisely. If your horse wins the Caloundra Cup, so do you.
THE DETAILS*
- Event Time: 12:00 PM – 4:00 PM
- Dress Code: Smart Casual
- Dietary Needs: Submit five business days before the event via your confirmation email
*Subject to change; updates via email.
DINING & HOSPITALITY PACKAGES
THE ESTABLISHMENT
Where Racing, Dining & Celebration Collide
Exclusive tables of 10 or Shared Tables of 10
From $260pp Members · $280pp Non-Members
Step into The Establishment – a vibrant marquee where premier racing, exceptional dining and live entertainment come together for an unforgettable Caloundra Cup Day. With a curated set menu, a five-hour premium drinks package and exclusive access, this is your winning trackside ticket.
WHAT'S INCLUDED
- Private table of 10 or shared table seating Â
- Racecourse entry and exclusive access to The Establishment marquee Â
- Three-course set menu: entrée, main and dessert Â
- Five-hour premium drinks package: Jansz Premium Sparkling, wines, beers and spiritsÂ
- Racebook per person Â
- In-venue big screen and betting facilities Â
- Just steps from The Avenue, home to Fashions on the Field and live musicÂ
THE ESTABLISHMENT TERRACE EXTENSION
The Open-Air Companion to the Establishment
From $260pp Members · $280pp Non-Members
Missed out on The Establishment? The Terrace Extension puts you in the same world, same package, same price, same great day, in an open-air marquee right alongside it. Screens throughout keep you close to every race, and the same premium dining and drinks package means you won’t miss a thing.Â
WHAT'S INCLUDED
- Private table of 10 or shared table seating Â
- Racecourse entry and exclusive access to The Establishment marquee Â
- Three-course set menu: entrée, main and dessert Â
- Five-hour premium drinks package: Jansz Premium Sparkling, wines, beers and spiritsÂ
- Racebook per person Â
- In-venue screens and betting facilities Â
- Just steps from The Avenue, home to Fashions on the Field and live musicÂ
THE DECK – RESERVED TABLES
Members Only
Reserved Table for 4 | $40
Your spot. Reserved. Right on the track.
The Deck puts members at lawn level in GA, overlooking the Mounting Yard and Winning Post. Shade umbrellas, everything you need within reach, and while everyone else is searching for somewhere to land, you’re already there.Â
Limited to just 2 tables.Â
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WHAT'S INCLUDED
- Reserved table and 4 chairs Trackside location with partial shade Nearby access to bars, betting, food and entertainmentÂ
Need to know:
- Bookings do not include guest tickets — non-members must hold a valid GA ticket
- Your table will be held until the first race — please arrive before race one to secure your spot
- Keep your ticket on you at all times as proof of reservation
- Reservations are non-refundable and weather dependent
Not a member yet? Join from just $99 and get access to reserved tables, discounted ticketing, exclusive reward points, and more, across every raceday. Become a Member →
ATRIUM DINING – FRONT ROW
Premium Members Enclosure Dining and Drinks Package
Min 10 Guests | $330pp
WHAT'S INCLUDED
- Front Row Private table of 10
- Admission and ticketing for all guests
- Exclusive access to Atrium Dining in an elegant setting
- Four-course degustation menu featuring premium flavours
- Five-hour premium drinks package with G.H. Mumm Champagne, beer, wine, and spirits
- Elevated mezzanine seating with prime trackside views
- Racebooks, in-venue screens, and adjacent betting facilities
- The Atrium comes alive with a DJ ahead of the last race
BOOK NOW
STAY & RACE PACKAGES
Extend the Celebration
2 Nights for 2 Adults | From $1,055*
Make a weekend of Caloundra Cup Day. Our Stay & Race Packages combine premium accommodation, The Establishment dining package and seamless race day transfers -everything sorted, nothing to think about.
Choose your stay:
Rumba Caloundra, or
Mercure Sunshine Coast Kawana Waters
WHAT'S INCLUDED
Each package includes:
- Accommodation at your selected hotel at a special package rate Â
- Bus transfers to and from SCTC on raceday Â
- The Establishment or Terrace Extension package – shared reserved table, curated menu, five-hour drinks package Â
- Optional upgrade: 3-night stay to include the TAB Calcutta on Friday 3 July. Enjoy a  three-course lunch, premium drinks and the Calcutta auctionÂ
 The hotel will be in contact prior to your stay. All accommodation enquiries through the hotel directly. Race day package and transport information via [email protected]Â
PARADE RING TERRACE
SOLD OUT
THE GLASSHOUSE
SOLD OUT
TAB GREENHOUSE
SOLD OUT
*Please note that a one-off transaction fee will apply on all purchases. Prices are inclusive of GST and are subject to change. T&Cs apply.
DISCOVER THE ACTION – CALOUNDRA CUP DAY 2026
Premier Racing – over $1.8M in Prize money
Caloundra Cup Day returns with a premier nine-race program boasting over $1.8 million in prize money, headlined by three Black Type features including the Caloundra Cup, WINX Guineas, and the TAB Glasshouse.
Notably, the last three Melbourne Cup winners were stabled here during winter, highlighting the calibre of horses and connections that choose the Sunshine
The Avenue – Included with every GA Ticket
Racing meets festival. The Avenue is the beating heart of Caloundra Cup Day GA,and this yearit’sthe most loaded it has ever been.Â
Live Music – MC the MC is your host and headline act, performing together with Sammy on percussion, they are an electric duo on the Australian circuit.
Billy J Fashions on The Field – Watch this space for more!
Food – Some of the best eateries and food trucks on Coast, all in one place.
Rice Boi Pop-Up!
Pablo’s Tex Mex · Pizza Viking · Calamari Canteen · Brazzo Boys
Drinks – TAB Greenhouse · Tap Truck · Canadian Club Highball House · Aperol Spritz Tent and more.
Only at Caloundra Cup Day
26m Wheel of Oz – sunsets over the course · Billy J Fashions on the Field – one of Queensland’s most stylish showcases · Roaming performers · Immersive brand activations · Surprise entertainment from gates open to the final race.
All of it. Included with your GA Ticket.Â
plus
Complimentary post-race buses to Caloundra, Maroochydore and The Dock Mooloolaba, because the celebration doesn’t have to stop at the gate!
PLAN YOUR DAYÂ
Discover everything you need to know below for transport info, maps, FAQs, and dress code.
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