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Wednesday 23 August 2023. In a black-tie occasion befitting Far North Queensland’s social event of the year, Cairns Amateurs Carnival will turn up the wattage for its 65-year anniversary Sapphire Ball, a night celebrating stage and screen.
The Sapphire Ball will be held on Friday 8 September 2023 within the waterfront marquee overlooking Cairns Esplanade. Click here to find out more and to book.
Within the waterfront marquee overlooking the Cairns Esplanade, more than 500 ballgoers will be treated to a gilt-edged entertainment program laden with local talent and ‘wow’ elements spanning musical style theatrics, high-energy choreographed dance performances, live band and pyrotechnics which all take a cue from the Cairns Amateurs Sapphire Jubilee program and a night celebrating stage and screen’ theme.
Loved for its unique and winning blend of food, hospitality, and live entertainment, replete with spectacular fireworks over Trinity Inlet, this year’s ball features Cairns’ best in the business when it comes to special events, notably the award-winning team from Ochre Restaurant and Catering, the talented KL Performance Industry Dancers, and local band, Kaweyova.
Cairns Amateurs Carnival President, David Goodman said the Amateurs ball is among his favourite events whose long tradition has been refined and refreshed, enjoying a resurgence in popularity among the next generation of racegoers.
“This event really is our city’s night of nights, a one-of-a-kind celebration with its own unique brand of Far North Queensland hospitality and flair. Each year we work hard to raise the bar in being the best black-tie gala in town, the one that cannot be missed and is best remembered,” Mr Goodman said.
Special guests attending the Cairns Amateurs Carnival in 2023 and Sapphire Ball include Her Excellency the Honourable Dr Jeannette Young AC PSM, Governor of Queensland, Queensland’s Minister for Racing, the Honourable Grace Grace, MP, honorary Patron, Member for Cairns and Queensland’s Assistant Minister for Tourism Industry Development, Michael Healy MP, Bart Sinclair OAM and Carnival Ambassador, Em Scodellaro.
General carnival admission is $35 per person at the gate or $30 online and two-day membership packages from just $180 per person. All tickets and events can be booked and purchased through our website.
Wednesday 23 August 2023. In a black-tie occasion befitting Far North Queensland’s social event of the year, Cairns Amateurs Carnival will turn up the wattage for its 65-year anniversary Sapphire Ball, a night celebrating stage and screen.
The Sapphire Ball will be held on Friday 8 September 2023 within the waterfront marquee overlooking Cairns Esplanade. Click here to find out more and to book.
Within the waterfront marquee overlooking the Cairns Esplanade, more than 500 ballgoers will be treated to a gilt-edged entertainment program laden with local talent and ‘wow’ elements spanning musical style theatrics, high-energy choreographed dance performances, live band and pyrotechnics which all take a cue from the Cairns Amateurs Sapphire Jubilee program and a night celebrating stage and screen’ theme.
Loved for its unique and winning blend of food, hospitality, and live entertainment, replete with spectacular fireworks over Trinity Inlet, this year’s ball features Cairns’ best in the business when it comes to special events, notably the award-winning team from Ochre Restaurant and Catering, the talented KL Performance Industry Dancers, and local band, Kaweyova.
Cairns Amateurs Carnival President, David Goodman said the Amateurs ball is among his favourite events whose long tradition has been refined and refreshed, enjoying a resurgence in popularity among the next generation of racegoers.
“This event really is our city’s night of nights, a one-of-a-kind celebration with its own unique brand of Far North Queensland hospitality and flair. Each year we work hard to raise the bar in being the best black-tie gala in town, the one that cannot be missed and is best remembered,” Mr Goodman said.
Special guests attending the Cairns Amateurs Carnival in 2023 and Sapphire Ball include Her Excellency the Honourable Dr Jeannette Young AC PSM, Governor of Queensland, Queensland’s Minister for Racing, the Honourable Grace Grace, MP, honorary Patron, Member for Cairns and Queensland’s Assistant Minister for Tourism Industry Development, Michael Healy MP, Bart Sinclair OAM and Carnival Ambassador, Em Scodellaro.
General carnival admission is $35 per person at the gate or $30 online and two-day membership packages from just $180 per person. All tickets and events can be booked and purchased through our website.
Proudly Sponsored by
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Dress code is smart race day attire, dress to impress. The Cairns Amateurs encourages responsible service of alcohol and gaming.
Friends of the Cairns Amateurs package!
Located adjacent to the Tropical Verandah, Friends of Cairns Amateurs is a new fully catered entertainment option, for those wanting to enjoy with carnival with a small group of friends or colleagues. Enjoy the atmosphere and excitement of one of Australia’s premier award-winning spring horse racing Carnivals and celebrate this iconic North Queensland event with clients, friends or colleagues in style.
Friends of the Cairns Amateurs package!
Located adjacent to the Tropical Verandah, Friends of Cairns Amateurs is a new fully catered entertainment option, for those wanting to enjoy with carnival with a small group of friends or colleagues. Enjoy the atmosphere and excitement of one of Australia’s premier award-winning spring horse racing Carnivals and celebrate this iconic North Queensland event with clients, friends or colleagues in style.
Proudly Sponsored by
Event Map
Dress code is smart race day attire, dress to impress. The Cairns Amateurs encourages responsible service of alcohol and gaming.
Proudly Sponsored by
Event Map
Dress code is smart race day attire, dress to impress. The Cairns Amateurs encourages responsible service of alcohol and gaming.
Friends of the Cairns Amateurs package!
Located adjacent to the Tropical Verandah, Friends of Cairns Amateurs is a new fully catered entertainment option, for those wanting to enjoy with carnival with a small group of friends or colleagues. Enjoy the atmosphere and excitement of one of Australia’s premier award-winning spring horse racing Carnivals and celebrate this iconic North Queensland event with clients, friends or colleagues in style.
Friends of the Cairns Amateurs package!
Located adjacent to the Tropical Verandah, Friends of Cairns Amateurs is a new fully catered entertainment option, for those wanting to enjoy with carnival with a small group of friends or colleagues. Enjoy the atmosphere and excitement of one of Australia’s premier award-winning spring horse racing Carnivals and celebrate this iconic North Queensland event with clients, friends or colleagues in style.
Proudly Sponsored by
Event Map
Dress code is smart race day attire, dress to impress. The Cairns Amateurs encourages responsible service of alcohol and gaming.
Proudly Sponsored by
Event Map
Dress code is smart race day attire, dress to impress. The Cairns Amateurs encourages responsible service of alcohol and gaming.
This is strictly an 18+ event.
Please note this event is only available on Saturday.
This is strictly an 18+ event.
Please note this event is only available on Saturday.
Proudly Sponsored by
Event Map
Dress code is smart race day attire, dress to impress. The Cairns Amateurs encourages responsible service of alcohol and gaming.
Proudly Sponsored by
Event Map
The Cairns Amateurs encourages responsible service of alcohol and gaming.
Arguably the North’s most glamorous black tie event set in a waterfront marquee under the moonlight, Cairns Esplanade Eastern Events Lawn. You’ll be treated to an indulgent 3-course dinner, prepared by the award-winning Ochre Restaurant while enjoying premium beverages. Then dance the night away to captivating live music performances and the piece de resistance, a spectacular fireworks display.
As a gala event, the dress code is strictly Black Tie, with a lounge suit and tie
as the minimum requirement for men. Do use this as an excuse to go all out; embrace the chance to get glammed up.
Arguably the North’s most glamorous black tie event set in a waterfront marquee under the moonlight, Cairns Esplanade Eastern Events Lawn. You’ll be treated to an indulgent 3-course dinner, prepared by the award-winning Ochre Restaurant while enjoying premium beverages. Then dance the night away to captivating live music performances and the piece de resistance, a spectacular fireworks display.
As a gala event, the dress code is strictly Black Tie, with a lounge suit and tie
as the minimum requirement for men. Do use this as an excuse to go all out; embrace the chance to get glammed up.
Proudly Sponsored by
Event Map
The Cairns Amateurs encourages responsible service of alcohol and gaming.
Proudly Sponsored by
Event Map
THE FILLIES & COLTS PLAYGROUND HAS A BRAND NEW VENUE!
Minty fresh, this popular event has moved to a new undercover, air-conditioned venue! Don’t miss out on party central!
Join like-minded fillies and colts partying the day away enjoying the colourful and vibrant atmosphere of the Vodka Cruiser Party Pavilion. Located at the southern end of the home straight watch the horses thunder past on their way to the finish line! New undercover, air-conditioned venue with continuous music throughout the day from DJ Moose, private bars and bookies, you will have everything you need for a day at the races!
This is strictly an 18+ event.
In the interest of community health and safety, we strongly encourage contactless transactions. EFTPOS facilities will be made available at all bars. Dress code is smart race day attire, dress to impress. The Cairns Amateurs encourages responsible service of alcohol and gaming.
THE FILLIES & COLTS PLAYGROUND HAS A BRAND NEW VENUE!
Minty fresh, this popular event has moved to a new undercover, air-conditioned venue! Don’t miss out on party central!
Join like-minded fillies and colts partying the day away enjoying the colourful and vibrant atmosphere of the Vodka Cruiser Party Pavilion. Located at the southern end of the home straight watch the horses thunder past on their way to the finish line! New undercover, air-conditioned venue with continuous music throughout the day from DJ Moose, private bars and bookies, you will have everything you need for a day at the races!