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Cairns Amateurs racegoers are in for a treat in 2023 with new venues and a cleverly revised event layout upping the style and sophistication stakes for a super-charged, Sapphire Jubilee carnival.
Cairns Amateurs Carnival President David Goodman said the committee has worked hard to integrate new and existing event infrastructure at Cannon Park to deliver a more intimate and atmospheric racegoer experience.
According to Mr Goodman, the changes signify a greater and more effective use of public space and most notably, take full advantage of the Cairns Jockey Club’s newly completed, fully enclosed, state-of-the-art and air-conditioned venue.
“Situated at the very heart of Cannon Park and complete with glass walls that capture all the race day action, this venue becomes home to St Hubert’s Pavilion – Amateurs’ new carnival centrepiece promising an unprecedented level of premium hospitality,” Mr Goodman said.
Mr Goodman said St Hubert’s Pavilion replaces what was formerly Seppelt’s Pavilion and is the catalyst for further changes that collectively bring racegoers closer together while providing greater choice, trackside access and comfort thanks to more air-conditioned options.
“I am also excited to announce a big change for our members who will move from their traditional space at the 1600 metre mark to the two-storey marquee offering the enjoyment of cooling breezes and panoramic views of the racetrack and Cannon Park.
“We know our members will embrace their comfortable new surroundings while the younger, Picnic on the Lawn revellers will love their new spot, closer to the action that will dot the grassed area with tables and market umbrellas for a festive feel,” he said.
The other key changes to the event layout show a move for the 1500 Club from the two-storey marquee to the CJC Pavilion while underneath, the Vodka Cruiser Festival takes over the Silks Pavilion with both events enjoying the advantage of a more centralised position and air conditioning.
Mr Goodman said in all, the changes are about enhancing the racegoer experience, spelling a bright future for the Cairns Amateurs Carnival.
From Thursday 7 September to Saturday 9 September 2023. the Carnival marks 65 years with its four-day Sapphire Jubilee program of fun, fashion, and racing events.
Tickets to Cairns Amateurs Carnival Sapphire Jubilee events are now on sale see our Events Page to see what we have in store for 2023.
Credit to – Paul Furse, Frontrow Foto and Veronica Sagredo, Blueclick Photography.
Cairns Amateurs racegoers are in for a treat in 2023 with new venues and a cleverly revised event layout upping the style and sophistication stakes for a super-charged, Sapphire Jubilee carnival.
Cairns Amateurs Carnival President David Goodman said the committee has worked hard to integrate new and existing event infrastructure at Cannon Park to deliver a more intimate and atmospheric racegoer experience.
According to Mr Goodman, the changes signify a greater and more effective use of public space and most notably, take full advantage of the Cairns Jockey Club’s newly completed, fully enclosed, state-of-the-art and air-conditioned venue.
“Situated at the very heart of Cannon Park and complete with glass walls that capture all the race day action, this venue becomes home to St Hubert’s Pavilion – Amateurs’ new carnival centrepiece promising an unprecedented level of premium hospitality,” Mr Goodman said.
Mr Goodman said St Hubert’s Pavilion replaces what was formerly Seppelt’s Pavilion and is the catalyst for further changes that collectively bring racegoers closer together while providing greater choice, trackside access and comfort thanks to more air-conditioned options.
“I am also excited to announce a big change for our members who will move from their traditional space at the 1600 metre mark to the two-storey marquee offering the enjoyment of cooling breezes and panoramic views of the racetrack and Cannon Park.
“We know our members will embrace their comfortable new surroundings while the younger, Picnic on the Lawn revellers will love their new spot, closer to the action that will dot the grassed area with tables and market umbrellas for a festive feel,” he said.
The other key changes to the event layout show a move for the 1500 Club from the two-storey marquee to the CJC Pavilion while underneath, the Vodka Cruiser Festival takes over the Silks Pavilion with both events enjoying the advantage of a more centralised position and air conditioning.
Mr Goodman said in all, the changes are about enhancing the racegoer experience, spelling a bright future for the Cairns Amateurs Carnival.
From Thursday 7 September to Saturday 9 September 2023. the Carnival marks 65 years with its four-day Sapphire Jubilee program of fun, fashion, and racing events.
Tickets to Cairns Amateurs Carnival Sapphire Jubilee events are now on sale see our Events Page to see what we have in store for 2023.
Credit to – Paul Furse, Frontrow Foto and Veronica Sagredo, Blueclick Photography.
Friday 8th & Saturday 9th,
September 2023
Event Map
In the interest of community
health and safety, we strongly
encourage contactless transactions.
Dress code is smart race day attire,
dress to impress. The Cairns Amateurs
encourages responsible service
of alcohol and gaming.
Cairns Amateurs Members can enjoy the carnival in style in the Members Enclosure under the shade of exclusive marquees. This premium trackside location allows you constant access throughout the area and includes gate entry for both days of the carnival.
Inclusions:
Single Entry to Cannon Park on both Cairns Amateurs Carnival race days
Entry into the exclusive Members Enclosure
VIP entrance to avoid the queues
Premium buffet lunch
Access to premium bar – beverages not included
Live entertainment
Tables, chairs and shade!
TAB facilities and bookies
A photo booth to capture all the fun!
Access to discounts with our premium partners – The Benson Hotel
Access to Member’s only events – President’s Welcome Cocktail Party (ticket purchase required) & the Members AGM Cocktail Party
Friday 8th & Saturday 9th,
September 2023
Cairns Amateurs Members can enjoy the carnival in style in the Members Enclosure under the shade of exclusive marquees. This premium trackside location allows you constant access throughout the area and includes gate entry for both days of the carnival.
Inclusions:
Single Entry to Cannon Park on both Cairns Amateurs Carnival race days
Entry into the exclusive Members Enclosure
VIP entrance to avoid the queues
Premium buffet lunch
Access to premium bar
– beverages not included
Live entertainment
Tables, chairs and shade!
TAB facilities and bookies
A photo booth to capture all the fun!
Access to discounts with our premium partners – The Benson Hotel
Access to Member’s only events
– President’s Welcome Cocktail Party
(ticket purchase required) & the Members AGM Cocktail Party
Event Map
In the interest of community
health and safety, we strongly
encourage contactless transactions.
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
Have a group of friends and want to party your way? Why not get your own Picnic On The Lawn Marquee set with a table and chairs and bring a picnic for a great day out? Located at the 1500m mark, these packages are designed for 10 people per marquee and offer fantastic value for money for your group. This venue has its own bar so there is no need to fight your way to the main bar!
Inclusions:
Gate entry
Access to trackside Picnic on the Lawn
10 Person Marquee (3m x 3m) 1 Table, Cloth & 10 Chairs
Private venue bar
Entertainment
Track screen & bookie
Please feel free to bring your own food but drinks cannot be brought in from outside the racecourse.
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.
Have a group of friends and want to party your way? Why not get your own Picnic On The Lawn Marquee set with a table and chairs and bring a picnic for a great day out? Located at the 1500m mark, these packages are designed for 10 people per marquee and offer fantastic value for money for your group. This venue has its own bar so there is no need to fight your way to the main bar!
Inclusions:
Gate entry
Access to trackside Picnic on the Lawn
10 Person Marquee (3m x 3m) 1 Table, Cloth & 10 Chairs
Private venue bar
Entertainment
Track screen & bookie
Please feel free to bring your own food but drinks cannot be brought in from outside the racecourse.
Proudly Sponsored by
Event Map
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.
Event Map
Dress code is smart race day attire, dress to impress. The Cairns Amateurs encourages responsible service of alcohol and gaming.
Located centre field, directly behind the finishing post, is the Cairns Amateurs corporate entertaining area, the Cairns Amateurs Aviary. 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.
Individual marquees located in the centre field behind the finishing post
50 Wristbands for invited guests to enter the Amateurs Aviary Area
Canapés served throughout the day by Ochre Restaurant & Catering
Private Bar with Premium Beverage Package from 11.00am – 6.00pm
Including; Beer, Wine, Sparkling Wine, Spirits and Soft Drinks
2 x Beverage Service Staff to assist with the needs of your guests and an Area Supervisor
5 x 1.8 Trestle Tables + 35 covered chairs
3 x Dry bars with white lycra dry bar covers
White linen tablecloths
Premium acrylic glassware
Corporate Signage (1) mounted on your marquee
Access to Bookmakers and TAB facilities
On-site security
Located centre field, directly behind the finishing post, is the Cairns Amateurs corporate entertaining area, the Cairns Amateurs Aviary. 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.
Individual marquees located in the centre field behind the finishing post
50 Wristbands for invited guests to enter the Amateurs Aviary Area
Canapés served throughout the day by Ochre Restaurant & Catering
Private Bar with Premium Beverage Package from 11.00am – 6.00pm
Including; Beer, Wine, Sparkling Wine,
Spirits and Soft Drinks
2 x Beverage Service Staff to assist with the needs
of your guests and an Area Supervisor
5 x 1.8 Trestle Tables + 35 covered chairs
3 x Dry bars with white lycra dry bar covers
White linen tablecloths
Premium acrylic glassware
Corporate Signage (1) mounted on your marquee
Access to Bookmakers and TAB facilities
On-site security
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
Formerly Seppelt Pavilion
Cairns Amateurs New Premium Air-Conditioned Venue
It’s the place for taste! Add some sophistication and style to your day with the new premium air-conditioned St Hubert’s Pavilion. Perfectly positioned in the heart of the action, this pavilion has it all—includes gate entry, sumptuous buffet including seafood by award-winning Ochre Restaurant, premium beverage package, live entertainment and DJ.
Gate entry
Access to the new and polished St Hubert’s Pavilion
Air-conditioned venue with reserved seating
Sumptuous buffet including seafood by award-winning Ochre Restaurant
Premium beverage package including beer, wine, sparkling wine, spirits
& soft drinks
Televised races & bookies
Live entertainment and DJ
Dress code is smart race day attire, dress to impress. The Cairns Amateurs encourages responsible service of alcohol and gaming.
Formerly Seppelt Pavilion
Cairns Amateurs New Premium
Air-Conditioned Venue
It’s the place for taste! Add some sophistication and style to your day with the new premium air-conditioned St Hubert’s Pavilion. Perfectly positioned in the heart of the action, this pavilion has it all—includes gate entry, sumptuous buffet including seafood by award-winning Ochre Restaurant, premium beverage package, live entertainment and DJ.
Gate entry
Access to the new and polished
St Hubert’s Pavilion
Air-conditioned venue
with reserved seating
Sumptuous buffet including seafood by award-winning Ochre Restaurant
Premium beverage package including beer, wine, sparkling wine, spirits & soft drinks
Televised races & bookies
Live entertainment and DJ
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
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, including seafood platters 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.
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, including seafood platters 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!
Gate entry
Access to our party central venue – The Vodka Cruiser Party Pavilion
Undercover, air-conditioned venue with tables and chairs
Premium Beverage area serving beer, wine, spirits & seltzers – Beverages not included in the ticket price
Epic vibes from DJ Moose
Bookies
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!
Gate entry
Access to our party central venue – The Vodka Cruiser Party Pavilion
Undercover, air-conditioned venue with tables and chairs
Premium Beverage area serving beer, wine, spirits & seltzers – Beverages not included in the ticket price
Epic Vibes from DJ Moose
Bookies
Proudly Sponsored by
Event Map
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.
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.
Friday 8th & Saturday 9th September 2023
Cost: $30 Online
Cost: $35 Gate
SAVE $5.00 on Entry Fee
by Booking Online
Event Map
The 2023 Cairns Amateurs Carnival will have more fun, fashion and racing entertainment than ever before! Cannon Park will come to life on Cairns Amateurs Ladies Day, Friday the 8th and Cairns Amateur Cup Day, Saturday, the 9th of September, with two massive days of events with roving entertainment, live music & bookies, Fashions on the Field and of course horse racing!
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.
Friday 8th & Saturday 9th September 2023
Cost: $30 Online
Cost: $35 Gate
SAVE $5.00 on Entry Fee
by Booking Online
The 2023 Cairns Amateurs Carnival will have more fun, fashion and racing entertainment than ever before! Cannon Park will come to life on Cairns Amateurs Ladies Day, Friday the 8th and Cairns Amateur Cup Day, Saturday, the 9th of September, with two massive days of events with roving entertainment, live music & bookies, Fashions on the Field and of course horse racing!
Event Map
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.
Thursday, September 7th 2023
Location: The Benson Hotel,
Grafton Street, Cairns
Gates Open: 6:00pm
Cost: $90 per person
Event Map
The President’s Welcome Cocktail Party is the traditional opening event
of the Cairns Amateurs. It is a combined Members, Sponsors and VIP event to officially kick start the Cairns Amateurs Carnival celebrations.
This year’s event is at The Benson Hotel, a Cairns city favourite.
Stand up Canapés Cocktail Party
Premium Two-Hour Beverage Package
Live Entertainment
Dress code is smart race day attire, dress to impress. The Cairns Amateurs encourages responsible service of alcohol.
Thursday, September 7th 2023
Location: The Benson Hotel,
Grafton Street, Cairns
Gates Open: 6:00pm
Cost: $90 per person
The President’s Welcome Cocktail Party is the traditional opening event
of the Cairns Amateurs. It is a combined Members, Sponsors and VIP event to officially kick start the Cairns Amateurs Carnival celebrations.
This year’s event is at The Benson Hotel, a Cairns city favourite.
Stand up Canapés Cocktail Party
Premium Two-Hour Beverage Package
Live Entertainment
Event Map
Dress code is smart race day attire, dress to impress. The Cairns Amateurs encourages responsible
service of alcohol.
Thursday, September 7th 2023
Gates Open: 11.00am
Cost: $140 per person
Proudly Sponsored by
Event Map
Treat yourself to a luxe morning of fabulous company, bubbles, fashion and delicious treats. Indulge in a selection of sweet and savoury delicacies with sparkling wine, tea and coffee while enjoying the latest collections from Myer Cairns and renowned local milliners. This year’s Jubilee Fashion High Tea promises to be a delightful day out.
Traditional high tea stands with all the trimmings – tea, coffee, and sparkling wine throughout the event
Fashion parade by Myer Cairns and curated by Personal Stylist Pip Addison
Collections by renowned local milliners
Entertainment and gift bags
Dress code is smart race day attire, dress to impress. The Cairns Amateurs encourages responsible service of alcohol.
Thursday, September 7th 2023
Gates Open: 11.00am
Cost: $140 per person
Treat yourself to a luxe morning of fabulous company, bubbles, fashion and delicious treats. Indulge in a selection of sweet and savoury delicacies with sparkling wine, tea and coffee while enjoying the latest collections from Myer Cairns and renowned local milliners. This year’s Jubilee Fashion High Tea promises to be a delightful day out.
Traditional high tea stands with all the trimmings – tea, coffee, and sparkling wine throughout the event
Fashion parade by Myer Cairns and curated by Personal Stylist Pip Addison
Collections by renowned local milliners
Entertainment and gift bags
Proudly Sponsored by
Event Map
Dress code is smart race day attire, dress to impress. The Cairns Amateurs encourages responsible
service of alcohol.
Friday 8th & Saturday 9th,
September 2023
Event Map
In the interest of community
health and safety, we strongly
encourage contactless transactions.
Dress code is smart race day attire,
dress to impress. The Cairns Amateurs
encourages responsible service
of alcohol and gaming.
Cairns Amateurs Members can enjoy the carnival in style in the Members Enclosure under the shade of exclusive marquees. This premium trackside location allows you constant access throughout the area and includes gate entry for both days of the carnival.
Inclusions:
Single entry to Cannon Park on both Cairns Amateurs Carnival race days
Entry into the exclusive Members Enclosure
VIP entrance to avoid the queues
Premium buffet lunch
Access to premium bar – beverages not included
Live entertainment
Tables, chairs and shade!
TAB facilities and bookies
A photo booth to capture all the fun!
Access to discounts with our premium partners – The Benson Hotel
Access to Member’s only events – President’s Welcome Cocktail Party (ticket purchase required) & the Members AGM Cocktail Party
Friday 8th & Saturday 9th,
September 2023
Cairns Amateurs Members can enjoy the carnival in style in the Members Enclosure under the shade of exclusive marquees. This premium trackside location allows you constant access throughout the area and includes gate entry for both days of the carnival.
Inclusions:
Single entry to Cannon Park on both Cairns Amateurs Carnival race days
Entry into the exclusive Members Enclosure
VIP entrance to avoid the queues
Premium buffet lunch
Access to premium bar
– beverages not included
Live entertainment
Tables, chairs and shade!
TAB facilities and bookies
A photo booth to capture all the fun!
Access to discounts with our premium partners – The Benson Hotel
Access to Member’s only events
– President’s Welcome Cocktail Party
(ticket purchase required) & the Members AGM Cocktail Party
Event Map
In the interest of community
health and safety, we strongly
encourage contactless transactions.
Dress code is smart race day attire,
dress to impress. The Cairns Amateurs
encourages responsible service
of alcohol and gaming.
Friday 8th & Saturday 9th,
September 2023
Event Map
In the interest of community
health and safety, we strongly
encourage contactless transactions.
Dress code is smart race day attire,
dress to impress. The Cairns Amateurs
encourages responsible service
of alcohol and gaming.
Cairns Amateurs Members can enjoy the carnival in style in the Members Enclosure under the shade of exclusive marquees. This premium trackside location allows you constant access throughout the area and includes gate entry for both days of the carnival.
Inclusions:
Entry to Cannon Park on both Cairns Amateurs Carnival race days for you and a guest
Entry into the exclusive Members Enclosure
VIP entrance to avoid the queues
Premium buffet lunch
Access to premium bar – beverages not included
Live entertainment
Tables, chairs and shade!
TAB facilities and bookies
A photo booth to capture all the fun!
Access to discounts with our premium partners – The Benson Hotel
Access to Member’s only events – President’s Welcome Cocktail Party (ticket purchase required) & the Members AGM Cocktail Party
Friday 8th & Saturday 9th,
September 2023
Cairns Amateurs Members can enjoy the carnival in style in the Members Enclosure under the shade of exclusive marquees. This premium trackside location allows you constant access throughout the area and includes gate entry for both days of the carnival.
Inclusions:
Entry to Cannon Park on both Cairns Amateurs Carnival race days
for you and a guest
Entry into the exclusive Members Enclosure
VIP entrance to avoid the queues
Premium buffet lunch
Access to premium bar
– beverages not included
Live entertainment
Tables, chairs and shade!
TAB facilities and bookies
A photo booth to capture all the fun!
Access to discounts with our premium partners – The Benson Hotel
Access to Member’s only events
– President’s Welcome Cocktail Party
(ticket purchase required) & the Members AGM Cocktail Party
Event Map
In the interest of community
health and safety, we strongly
encourage contactless transactions.
Dress code is smart race day attire,
dress to impress. The Cairns Amateurs
encourages responsible service
of alcohol and gaming.
Wednesday – 15 February 2023
Cairns
1:00pm
1:00pm
Event Map
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