Get frocked up, it's officially Spring Carnival season.
Whether you’re heading to the Gold Coast Spring Carnival or Brisbane Racing Club, we’ve lined up a bunch of the most glamourous carnival events to get you into that Springtime spirit.
From luxe soirees to lip-smacking long lunches, here's everything you need to tick off.
Grant Burge Wine Dinner
Foodies and wine connoisseurs, rejoice. This immersive food and wine experience promises an evening of decadence where guests can enjoy a stunning vintage wine tasting paired with a four-course dinner prepared by Brisbane Racing Club’s Executive Chef, the fabulous John Felesina. Nestled into the Eagle Farm’s heritage-listed Tote Room, you’ll learn all about the fine details of Grant Burge’s iconic drops vino,thanks to the company of special guest senior winemaster Craig Stansborough. Expect a joyous night full of deliciousness that you forget.
When: 31 August
Where: Tote Room, Eagle Farm Racecourse
Tickets: $160pp, purchase here.
Gold Coast Pink Ribbon Cup Day
This year, the GCTC is proudly raising vital funds for the National Breast Cancer Foundation and turning the club pink for a day of fancy frocks, plenty of champagne and over 4,400 bright pink flowers planted around the grounds for a wonderful cause. With a wide variety of hospitality packages on offer to help support a great cause this is the perfect excuse to round up the girls and head out for that long overdue catch-up in style. The best part? 50% of every ticket will be donated to the NBCF.
When: 17 September
Where: Gold Coast Turf Club
Tickets: Early bird tickets for $10pp.
Croser Long Lunch
For those after a luxe event experience, the Croser Long Lunch is a must. Treat yourself to an all-inclusive package perching themselves in prime trackside position with an exquisitely appointed trackside marquee where you’ll be served a three-course lunch after grazing on some of the freshest local produce Queensland has to offer, along with five hours of bubbles and beers included as well as live entertainment all afternoon.
When: 8 October
Where: St. Leger Ascot Marquee, Eagle Farm Racecourse
Tickets: $205pp, purchase here.
Spring Soirée
Slide into another fabulous year of spring with the Pink Ribbon Spring Soirée returning in the gorgeous Glasshouse. Enjoy a day of great company, beautiful dishes and cocktails on arrival, all while dazzling the crowd with your new favourite outfit you bought especially for the occasion. Why not organise a table and invite your pals along in the name of raising money for an important cause?
When: 17 September
Where: The Glasshouse
Tickets: $90pp, purchase here.
Spring Social
If you're seeking a dreamy carnival day out, nowhere promises more stunning, sweeping views of the tracks than Squire’s Perch. Soak up the springtime sunshine out on the deck and spoil yourself with a gorgeous cocktail-style menu and five hours of all-inclusive beverages (one must stay hydrated). After the event’s massive success last year, you’d want to round up your gang and book in fast before tickets sell out.
When: 29 October
Where: Lower Level Squire’s Perch, Eagle Farm Racecourse
Tickets: From $210pp, purchase here.
Whether you're in Brisbane or on the Gold Coast, find your 'fit, fire up the group chat and snap up your tickets, because you don't want to miss these epic events.
Editor's note: This article is sponsored by the Queensland Spring Racing Carnival and proudly endorsed by The Urban List. To find out more about who we work with and why read our editorial policy here.