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TAB Mooloolaba Cup Day is where summer style, social energy, and top-tier racing collide. From premium marquees to casual lawns, this is your chance to enjoy a full feature race program in true coastal style. Across the grounds, The Avenue comes alive with live music by The Rockefellers, vibrant street eats, stylish activations, and the glamour of Hello Sunshine Fashions on the Field. Whether you’re sipping Champagne in the Atrium, mingling at The Pavilion with The Dock Mooloolaba, or celebrating trackside with friends—this is your day, your way.
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Event Schedule

SCTC MEMBERS GATES: 10:15am

GATES OPEN: 10:30am
FIRST RACE: 12:18pm
LAST RACE: 5:48pm

TAB Mooloolaba Cup | Race 7 | 3:57pm

The Wharf Mooloolaba Swiss Ace Plate | Race 8 | 4:34pm

Please note: Race times are subject to change via Sky Racing.

RACE TIMES: View Racebook

Tickets*

$22 GA – 1st Release** (ends 9 Nov)
$25 GA – 2nd Release**
$80 GA – Four Mates ‘Crew’ Pack**
$35 GA – At the Gates
$25 GA – Concession
$95 Member’s Guest Pass (available to Members only)
FREE entry for kids under 18

GA = General Admission |**Online Only

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What’s On – TAB MOOLOOLABA CUP DAY 2025

 RACING ACTION 
A full 10-race program featuring the $160,000 TAB Mooloolaba Cup (1600m) and the electric Swiss Ace Plate. Expect competitive fields, emerging stars, and thrilling moments from first jump to last. 

GENERAL ADMISSION & THE AVENUE 
Hit the lawns for easy access to bars, street eats, and live entertainment. The Avenue comes alive with The Rockafellas, DJs, activations, and the style of Hello Sunshine Magazine Fashions on the Field, Family Fun Zone, Free return buses to The Dock Mooloolaba After Party after the last race. 

PREMIUM HOSPITALITY 
Celebrate in style with premium options like Atrium Dining, The Establishment, The Pavilion by The Dock (SOLD OUT), or Parade Ring Terrace (SOLD OUT) —or host your own soiree in The Glasshouse or TAB Greenhouse. Expect curated menus, flowing drinks, and unbeatable trackside views. Shared and private experiences available. 

MEMBERSHIP PERKS 
Members enjoy free entry, access to the Members Enclosure, hospitality discounts, rewards points, guest passes, and refer-a-friend bonuses. 
Not a member? Join now and elevate your raceday. 

 

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FEATURE RACEDAY – COURTESY BUSES

On feature racedays, we schedule courtesy buses with our transport partner Kinetic, Patrons depart from SCTC to depots Caloundra RSL, Caloundra interchange, Maroochydore & Mooloolaba after the last race.

HELLO SUNSHINE FASHIONS ON THE FIELD – TAB MOOLOOLABA CUP DAY 2025

Fashion lovers – this is your moment! Hello Sunshine Magazine is hosting Fashions on the Field this TAB Mooloolaba Cup Day. Categories are SAVVY, SURPRISING, SPIRITED, and SMALLS (mini-racegoers). 

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Melbourne Cup Day dining & hospitality package in The Establishment.<br /> Reserve your position with a table in The Establishment, where the excitement of Melbourne Cup Day, culinary delights, and the spirit of togetherness converge for an unforgettable experience.

The Establishment 

Where Racing, Dining & Celebration Collide 
From $240pp* M | $260pp* NM

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Welcome to The Establishment—a vibrant Mooloolaba Cup Day marquee where premium dining meets live entertainment, flowing drinks, and the buzz of the track. With private tables, a three-course menu, and five hours of top beverages, this is your trackside celebration, done right.

DON’T MISS THIS OFFER!

Book an exclusive table of 10 and take home 1 x Magnum Bottle of Yalumba Signature Cabernet/Shiraz 2021 personally signed by Melbourne Cup–winning jockey Robbie Dolan! Limited to exclusive tables of 10 — don’t miss out!

Melbourne Cup Day dining & hospitality package in The Establishment.<br /> Reserve your position with a table in The Establishment, where the excitement of Melbourne Cup Day, culinary delights, and the spirit of togetherness converge for an unforgettable experience.

MEMBERS RESERVED TABLE – THE DECK 

Members Exclusive 

Reserved Tables for 4 

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Enjoy TAB Mooloolaba Cup Day from The Deck—a relaxed, elevated space overlooking the Mounting Yard and Track. Reserved exclusively for SCTC Members, The Deck offers a premium vantage point with shade umbrellas and easy access to The Avenue. 
Please note: Table bookings do not include admission tickets—entry must be secured separately. 

Exclusively for Members and their guests, Atrium Dining presents an unmatched Melbourne Cup experience. From your coveted position, witness the thrilling action with exceptional views, a gourmet 4-course menu, and a 5-hour premium drinks package. As the day's exhilarating races unfold, The Atrium becomes a vibrant hub of festivity, ideally crafting an unforgettable atmosphere for our nation’s most celebrated day of racing! Select your table; the Front Row for 10pax or intimate Classic for 6pax and immerse yourself in the excitement of the day.

Atrium Dining (SOLD OUT)

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Celebrate Melbourne Cup Day with unmatched swagger at the Parade Ring Terrace, located at the heart of the action. Secure a table for your group and enjoy Bar & Pizzeria delights in this popular undercover area, offering a front-row seat to the day's prestigious races.</p> <p>

Parade Ring Terrace – SOLD OUT

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Experience the epitome of luxury and excitement with our exclusive Stay & Race Package valued at $1,160! Indulge in a deluxe room for two adults while enjoying the thrills of thoroughbred racing with The Establishment raceday package for Melbourne Cup Day

THE STONE & WOOD PAVILION – SOLD OUT

Presented by The Dock Mooloolaba  

SOLD OUT

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Step into the epitome of luxury and panoramic views at The Glasshouse on Melbourne Cup Day. Nestled within the Members Enclosure, this exclusive and intimate setting offers the perfect backdrop for you and your guests to indulge in the day's exciting races in unparalleled elegance.

THE GLASSHOUSE

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THE DETAILS

Subject to change; updates via email. 

Venue Times 

  • Open: 12:00 PM  TBC
  • Drinks Package: 12:00 PM – 5:00 PM  TBC
  • Food Service: Post Race 1 TBC
  • Times above are to be confirmed via email and are subject to change
  • Gate and race times are at the top of this page. 

Tickets & Wristbands 

  • Tickets: Have your Moshtix ticket ready at entry. 
  • Wristbands: Collected from The Glasshouse bar. Booker to distribute. Required for venue access. 

Dress Standards 

  • Member’s Enclosure dress regulations: https://www.sctc.com.au/membership/what-to-wear/

Dietary Needs 

  • Submit 5 business days before the event via confirmation email link. 
Elevate your Melbourne Cup Day at the TAB Greenhouse, where state-of-the-art visuals, exclusive betting action, and all-day gourmet grazing converge for an unmatched experience. Secure your private gathering in one of the SCTC’s most coveted locations for a day to remember.

TAB GREENHOUSE

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THE DETAILS

Subject to change; updates via email. 

Venue Times 

  • Open: 12:00 PM  TBC
  • Drinks Package: 12:00 PM – 5:00 PM TBC
  • Food Service: Post Race 1 TBC
  • Times above are to be confirmed via email and are subject to change
  • Gate and race times are at the top of this page. 

Tickets & Wristbands 

  • Tickets: Have your Moshtix ticket ready at entry. 
  • Wristbands: Collected from the TAB Greenhouse bar. Booker to distribute. Required for venue access. 

Dress Standards 

  • General Admission regulations: https://www.sctc.com.au/membership/what-to-wear/

Dietary Needs 

  • Submit 5 business days before the event via confirmation email link. 
Turn Cup Day into a mini holiday with our Stay & Race Packages. Enjoy premium accommodation, return race transfers, and exclusive access to The Establishment—your all-inclusive Cup Day marquee experience.

STAY & RACE PACKAGES – SOLD OUT

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Turn Cup Day into a mini holiday with our Stay & Race Packages. Enjoy premium accommodation, return race transfers, and exclusive access to The Parade Ring Terrace or The Pavilion —your all-inclusive Cup Day experience. 

Each package includes: 
• 2 night stay for 2 or 4 guests at select Sunshine Coast hotels 
• Return transfers to Sunshine Coast Turf Club on TAB Mooloolaba Cup Day.
• Entry and Package within The Parade Ring Terrace (SOLD OUT)  or The Pavilion (SOLD OUT)

Relax, indulge, and celebrate trackside on the Sunshine Coast. 

*Please note that a one-off booking & transaction fee will apply on all purchases. Prices are inclusive of GST and are subject to change. T&Cs apply.