- Events - Club Dinner

This event is for Members and their Guests only and is the social highlight of the Carnival.

The first Club Dinner was held in 1959 at Cannon’s farm – a beautiful property south of Cairns in White Rock owned by George & Dorothy Cannon. Around 400 people attended the event which was held at the Cannon Farm for 20 years.

In 1979, the event was moved to the Tobruk (Memorial Baths) Pool and the extended space allowed for additional attendees and a grander function.

Often referred to as the “Pool Ball”, the Club Dinner continues to be held at the Tobruk Memorial Complex. This function caters for 2,500 people in a tropical outdoor setting and tickets sell out early in the year. Members with enquiries are asked to contact the Cairns Amateurs office.

As it is such a gala event, the preferred dress code at the Club Dinner, for both members and guests is Black Tie, with a lounge suit and tie as the minimum requirement for men. Dress standards must be adhered to by all Members and their Guests or entrance may be refused.