Fashion

The Pinnacle Showcase of Racewear in the Region...

The Pinnacle Showcase of Racewear in the Region...

8th & 9th Sept

Sponsored by

The Cairns Central Fashions on the Field is indisputably the pinnacle showcase of racewear in the region.

Fashions on the Field is a highly-anticipated and hotly contested annual event comprising local and interstate competitors.

Each year judges highly respected within the Fashions on the Field arena cast expert eyes over the entrants. This truly creates an event of style, contemporary trends, and elegance.

Cairns Central Fashions on the Field judges are chosen because of their exceptional standard of individual fashionable style and judgment. The criteria provide guidelines to assist the members of the judging panel when making their decision.

Friday 8th September
Categories:

  • Gold Class Ladies Racewear
  • Open Ladies Racewear
  • Local Ladies Racewear

Saturday 9th September
Categories:

  • Best Dressed Couple
  • Open Ladies Classic Racewear
  • Open Men’s Racewear
  • Open Ladies Contemporary Racewear

Fashions on the Field

8th & 9th Sept

Sponsored by

The Cairns Central Fashions on the Field is indisputably the pinnacle showcase of racewear in the region.

Fashions on the Field is a highly-anticipated and hotly contested annual event comprising local and interstate competitors.

Each year judges from across the spectrum of Australian fashion and media cast expert eyes over the entrants. This truly creates an event of style, contemporary trends, and elegance.

Cairns Central Fashions on the Field judges are chosen because of their exceptional standard of individual fashionable style and judgment. The criteria provide guidelines to assist the members of the judging panel when making their decision.

Friday 8th September
Categories:

  • Gold Class Ladies Racewear
  • Open Ladies Racewear
  • Local Ladies Racewear

Saturday 9th September
Categories:

  • Best Dressed Couple
  • Open Ladies Classic Racewear
  • Open Mens Racewear
  • Open Ladies Contemporary Racewear

Criteria

  • Aged 50 and over
  • Style and originality
  • Attention to detail with accessorising
  • Headwear is essential and complimentary
  • Grooming and deportment
  • Incorporate current fashion trends
  • Appropriateness of outfit for the individual, climate and Cairns Amateurs Carnival


Registration for this event closes at 11.45am on both Friday and Saturday. There will be no online registration.  You will need to arrive at the track in time to meet at the Fashions on the Field Precinct from 11.00am

Following registration, there will be rolling heats on the Fashions on the Field Catwalk. Finalists, winners and special mentions will be selected from each category as they progress with all winners to be sashed and awarded on the Fashions on the Field Catwalk at the end of the competition each day.

Criteria

  • Aged 18 and over
  • Style and originality
  • Attention to detail with accessorising
  • Headwear is essential and complimentary
  • Grooming and deportment
  • Incorporate current fashion trends
  • Appropriateness of outfit for the individual, climate and Cairns Amateurs Carnival


Registration for this event closes at 11.45am on both Friday and Saturday. There will be no online registration.  You will need to arrive at the track in time to meet at the Fashions on the Field Precinct from 11.00am

Following registration, there will be rolling heats on the Fashions on the Field Catwalk. Finalists, winners and special mentions will be selected from each category as they progress with all winners to be sashed and awarded on the Fashions on the Field Catwalk at the end of the competition each day

Criteria

  • Locals residents within the following Far North Queensland Local Government Areas:  Aurukun, Cairns, Cassowary Coast, Cook (including Coen and Laura), Croydon, Douglas, Etheridge, Hope Vale, Kowanyama, Lockhart River, Mapoon, Mareeba, Mossman Gorge, Napranum, Northern Peninsula Area, Pormpuraaw, Tablelands, Torres Shire Council, Torres Strait Island Regional Council, Weipa, Wujal Wujal and Yarrabah (See map)

  • Style and originality

  • Attention to detail with accessorising

  • Headwear is essential and complimentary

  • Grooming and deportment

  • Incorporate current fashion trends

  • Appropriateness of outfit for the individual, climate and Cairns Amateurs Carnival


Registration for this event closes at 11.45am on both Friday and Saturday. There will be no online registration.  You will need to arrive at the track in time to meet at the Fashions on the Field Precinct from 11.00am

Following registration, there will be rolling heats on the Fashions on the Field Catwalk. Finalists, winners and special mentions will be selected from each category as they progress with all winners to be sashed and awarded on the Fashions on the Field Catwalk at the end of the competition each day

Criteria

  • Aged 18 and over
  • Style and originality
  • Individual and coordinated fashion
  • Attention to detail with accessorising
  • Grooming and deportment
  • Appropriateness of outfit for the individual, climate and Cairns Amateurs Carnival


Registration for this event closes at 11.45am on both Friday and Saturday. There will be no online registration.  You will need to arrive at the track in time to meet at the Fashions on the Field Precinct from 11.00am

Following registration, there will be rolling heats on the Fashions on the Field Catwalk. Finalists, winners and special mentions will be selected from each category as they progress with all winners to be sashed and awarded on the Fashions on the Field Catwalk at the end of the competition each day

Criteria

  • Classical style
  • Attention to detail with accessorising
  • Headwear is essential and complimentary
  • Grooming and deportment
  • Incorporate current fashion trends
  • Appropriateness of outfit for the individual, climate and Cairns Amateurs Carnival


Registration for this event closes at 11.45am on both Friday and Saturday. There will be no online registration.  You will need to arrive at the track in time to meet at the Fashions on the Field Precinct from 11.00am

Following registration, there will be rolling heats on the Fashions on the Field Catwalk. Finalists, winners and special mentions will be selected from each category as they progress with all winners to be sashed and awarded on the Fashions on the Field Catwalk at the end of the competition each day

Criteria

  • Aged 18 and over
  • Style and originality
  • Attention to detail with accessorising e.g. cufflinks, handkerchief, lapel flower, hat
  • Grooming and deportment
  • Incorporate current fashion trends
  • Appropriateness of outfit for the individual, climate and Cairns Amateurs Carnival


Registration for this event closes at 11.45am on both Friday and Saturday. There will be no online registration.  You will need to arrive at the track in time to meet at the Fashions on the Field Precinct from 11.00am

Following registration, there will be rolling heats on the Fashions on the Field Catwalk. Finalists, winners and special mentions will be selected from each category as they progress with all winners to be sashed and awarded on the Fashions on the Field Catwalk at the end of the competition each day

Criteria

  • Contemporary and innovative style
  • Attention to detail with accessorising
  • Headwear is essential and complimentary
  • Grooming and deportment
  • Incorporate current fashion trends
  • Appropriateness of outfit for the individual, climate and Cairns Amateurs Carnival


Registration for this event closes at 11.45am on both Friday and Saturday. There will be no online registration.  You will need to arrive at the track in time to meet at the Fashions on the Field Precinct from 11.00am

Following registration, there will be rolling heats on the Fashions on the Field Catwalk. Finalists, winners and special mentions will be selected from each category as they progress with all winners to be sashed and awarded on the Fashions on the Field Catwalk at the end of the competition each day

As the Cairns Amateurs is a Spring Racing Carnival, the judges will be looking for elegant and stylish racewear to suit the season as well as the latest fashion trends.

The panel of preliminary and finalist judges will base their votes on the following criteria:

  • Style and originality
  • Interpretation of the latest fashion trends
  • Appropriate racewear for a Spring carnival at Cairns Amateurs
  • Attention to detail with accessories such as shoes, handbags, jewellery, lapel flower
  • Style, design, and quality workmanship of millinery components including originality, the concept of theme, and wearability
  • High standards of grooming and deportment

Registration for each event closes at 11.45am on both Friday and Saturday. Entrants are encouraged to register online to avoid disappointment

You will need to arrive at the track in time to meet at the Fashions on the Field Precinct from 11.00am. Category timing is detailed above.

Those who register online will need to bring their booking confirmation as all entrants need to confirm online registrations. Following this, there will be rolling heats on the Fashions on the Field Catwalk.

Finalists, winners and special mentions will be selected from each category as they progress with all winners to be sashed and awarded at the mounting yard in the afternoon each day.

As the Cairns Amateurs is a Spring Racing Carnival, the judges will be looking for elegant and stylish racewear to suit the season as well as the latest fashion trends.

The panel of preliminary and finalist judges will base their votes on the following criteria:

  • Style and originality
  • Interpretation of the latest fashion trends
  • Appropriate racewear for a Spring carnival at Cairns Amateurs
  • Attention to detail with accessories such as shoes, handbags, jewellery, lapel flower
  • Style, design, and quality workmanship of millinery components including originality, the concept of theme, and wearability
  • High standards of grooming and deportment

Registration for each event closes at 11.45am on both Friday and Saturday. Entrants are encouraged to register online to avoid disappointment

You will need to arrive at the track in time to meet at the Fashions on the Field Waiting Lounge in the Garden Party from 11.00am. Category timing is detailed above.

Those who register online will need to bring their booking confirmation as all entrants need to confirm online registrations. Following this, there will be rolling heats on the Garden Party Catwalk.

Finalists, winners and special mentions will be selected from each category as they progress with all winners to be sashed and awarded at the mounting yard in the afternoon each day.

Pretty, Polished and Perfectly Relaxed ...

Pretty, Polished and Perfectly Relaxed ...

Jubilee High Tea

7th September

Treat yourself to a luxe morning of fabulous company, bubbles, fashion and delicious treats.

Indulge in a selection of sweet and savoury delicacies with sparking 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.

This is strictly an 18+ event.

Cost: $140 per person per day

Inclusions:

  • Traditional high tea stands with all the trimmings – leaf tea, coffee, and sparkling wine throughout the event.
  • Collections by renowned local milliners, entertainment and gift bags.
  • Fashion parade by Myer Cairns and curated by Personal Stylist Pip Addison.

Jubilee High Tea

7th September

Treat yourself to a luxe morning of fabulous company, bubbles, fashion and delicious treats.

Indulge in a selection of sweet and savoury delicacies with champagne, 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.

This is strictly an 18+ event.

Cost: $140 per person per day

Inclusions:

  • Fashion parade by Myer Cairns Central and curated by Personal Stylist Pip Addison
  • Traditional high tea stands with all the trimmings – leaf tea, coffee, Captain Morgan Tropical and Champagne throughout the event
  • Collections by renowned local milliners
  • Entertainment
  • Gift bags

Thursday, September 7th 2023

Gates Open: 11.00am
Cost: $140 per person

2.5% booking fee applies 
 

Proudly Sponsored by

 

Event Map

Jubilee Fashion High Tea

PRETTY, POLISHED AND PERFECTLY RELAXED!

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.

 
Ticket Inclusions:

Traditional high tea stands with all the trimmings – leaf tea, coffee, and sparkling wine throughout the event. Collections by renowned local milliners, entertainment and gift bags. Fashion parade by Myer Cairns and curated by Personal Stylist Pip Addison.

 
This is strictly an 18+ event.

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

2.5% booking fee applies 
 

Jubilee Fashion High Tea

PRETTY, POLISHED AND PERFECTLY RELAXED!

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.

 
Ticket Inclusions:

Traditional high tea stands with all the trimmings – leaf tea, coffee, and sparkling wine throughout the event. Collections by renowned local milliners, entertainment and gift bags. Fashion parade by Myer Cairns and curated by Personal Stylist Pip Addison.


This is strictly an 18+ event.

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

Location: Cannon Park
Gates Open: 11.00am
Cost: $190
2.5% booking fee applies
 

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.

Inclusions

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.

  • 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

Location: Cannon Park
Gates Open: 11.00am
Cost: $190
2.5% booking fee applies
 

Inclusions

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.

  • 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

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.

Saturday 9th, September 2023
Location: Cannon Park
Gates Open: 11.00am
Cost: $830 – 10 person Marquee
2.5% booking fee applies 
 

Proudly Sponsored by

 

Event Map

Star 102.7 Picnic On The Lawn

BRING YOUR OWN PICNIC!

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 1600m 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.

Saturday 9th, September 2023
Location: Cannon Park
Gates Open: 11.00am
Cost: $830 – 10 person Marquee
2.5% booking fee applies 
 

Star 102.7 Picnic
On The Lawn

BRING YOUR OWN PICNIC!

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 1600m 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.

Friday 8th & Saturday 9th,
September 2023
Location: Cannon Park
Gates Open: 11.00am
Cost: Friday 8th September $14,850
Cost: Saturday 9th September $17,160

Event Map

Dress code is smart race day attire, dress to impress. The Cairns Amateurs encourages responsible service of alcohol and gaming.

Corporate Aviary

CAIRNS AMATEURS CARNIVAL CORPORATE PACKAGES!

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.

 
Inclusions:

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

 

To get the full Cairns Amateurs Aviary Package details and all booking forms.
Friday 8th & Saturday 9th,
September 2023
Location: Cannon Park
Gates Open: 11.00am
Cost: Friday 8th September $14,850
Cost: Saturday 9th September $17,160

Corporate Aviary

CAIRNS AMATEURS CARNIVAL
CORPORATE PACKAGES!

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.

 
Inclusions:

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

Contact us to get the full Cairns Amateurs Aviary Package details and all booking forms.

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
Location: Cannon Park
Gates Open: 11.00am
Cost: $380 per person, per day
2.5% booking fee applies 
 

Proudly Sponsored by

 

Event Map

St Hubert’s Pavilion

Formerly Seppelt Pavilion
Cairns Amateurs New Premium Air-Conditioned Venue

SOPHISTICATION, STYLE AND OH SO NICE!

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 seafood buffet, premium beverage package, live entertainment and DJ.

Inclusions:       

Gate entry
Access to the new and polished St Hubert’s Pavilion
Air-conditioned venue with reserved seating
Sumptuous seafood buffet
Premium beverage package including beer, wine, sparkling wine, spirits & soft drinks
Televised races & bookies
Live entertainment and DJ

This is strictly an 18+ event.

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
Location: Cannon Park
Gates Open: 11.00am
Cost: $380 per person, per day
2.5% booking fee applies 
 

St Hubert’s Pavilion

Formerly Seppelt Pavilion
Cairns Amateurs New Premium
Air-Conditioned Venue

SOPHISTICATION, STYLE AND OH SO NICE!

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 seafood buffet, premium beverage package, live entertainment and DJ.

 
       Inclusions:       

Gate entry
Access to the new and polished St Hubert’s Pavilion
Air-conditioned venue with reserved seating
Sumptuous seafood buffet
Premium beverage package including beer, wine, sparkling wine, spirits & soft drinks
Televised races & bookies
Live entertainment and DJ

This is strictly an 18+ event.

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 September 2023
Location: Cairns Esplanade Eastern Event Lawn
Gates Open: 6.30pm – 12.00am
Cost: $335 per person
2.5% booking fee applies 
 

Proudly Sponsored by

 

Event Map

The Sapphire Ball

FNQ’S NIGHT OF NIGHTS!

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.

 
This is strictly an 18+ event.
 
Inclusions:
Pre-dinner canapés
Tropical chilled seafood share platters
Plated main course with shared sides
Gourmet dessert buffet
Premium five and half hour beverage package
Live music and entertainment throughout the evening
Firework display

The Cairns Amateurs encourages responsible service of alcohol and gaming.

Friday 8th & Saturday 9th September 2023
Location: Cannon Park
Gates Open: 11.00am
Cost: $110 per person, per day
 
2.5% booking fee applies 
 

Proudly Sponsored by

 

Event Map

Vodka Cruiser Spring Festival

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 Spring Festival. 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!

Inclusions:

Gate entry
Access to our party central venue – The Vodka Cruiser Spring Festival
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

 
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.

Friday 8th & Saturday 9th September 2023
Location: Cannon Park
Gates Open: 11.00am
Cost: $110 per person, per day
 
2.5% booking fee applies 
 

Vodka Cruiser
Spring Festival

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 Spring Festival. 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!

Inclusions:

Gate entry
Access to our party central venue – The Vodka Cruiser Spring Festival
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

 
This is strictly an 18+ event.

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.

Saturday 9th, September 2023
Location: Cannon Park
Gates Open: 11.00am
Cost: $350 per person
 
2.5% booking fee applies 
 

Proudly Sponsored by

 

Event Map

Great Northern 1500 Club

Brand New Air-Conditioned Venue Directly Opposite the Winning Post
CAIRNS AMATEURS ULTIMATE VIEW!
Elevate your experience at the Cairns Amateurs and witness all the action in the new air-conditioned Great Northern 1500 Club. This exciting new venue offers a bird’s eye panoramic view of the winning post and all the trimmings in an all-inclusive package with canapés, grazing stations, premium beverage package and live entertainment.
 
Inclusions:      
Gate entry
Access to new air-conditioned Great Northern 1500 Club
Substantial canapés and grazing food stations
Premium beverage package including beer, wine, sparkling wine, spirits & soft drinks
Live entertainment
Televised races & bookies
 
This is strictly an 18+ event.

Please note that this event is only available on Saturday, St Hubert’s Pavilion is a fantastic option for Friday!

Dress code is smart race day attire, dress to impress. The Cairns Amateurs encourages responsible service of alcohol and gaming.

Saturday 9th, September 2023
Location: Cannon Park
Gates Open: 11.00am
Cost: $350 per person
 
2.5% booking fee applies 
 

Great Northern
1500 Club

Brand New Air-Conditioned Venue Directly Opposite the Winning Post
CAIRNS AMATEURS ULTIMATE VIEW!
Elevate your experience at the Cairns Amateurs and witness all the action in the new air-conditioned Great Northern 1500 Club. This exciting new venue offers a bird’s eye panoramic view of the winning post and all the trimmings in an all-inclusive package with canapés, grazing stations, premium beverage package and live entertainment.
       
     Inclusions: 
    
Gate entry
Access to new air-conditioned Great Northern 1500 Club
Substantial canapés and grazing food stations
Premium beverage package including beer, wine, sparkling wine, spirits & soft drinks
Live entertainment
Televised races & bookies
 
This is strictly an 18+ event.
 
Please note that this event is only available on Saturday, St Hubert’s Pavilion is a fantastic option for Friday!

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

Location: Cannon Park
Gates Open: 11.00am
Bar Open: 11.00am
First Race: 12.45pm (approx.)
Last Race: 4.55pm (approx.)

Cost: $30 Online
Cost: $35 Gate

SAVE $5.00 on Entry Fee
by Booking Online

2.5% booking fee applies 
 

Event Map

General Admission

CREATE YOUR OWN MAGIC!

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

Location: Cannon Park
Gates Open: 11.00am
Bar Open: 11.00am
First Race: 12.45pm (approx.)
Last Race: 4.55pm (approx.)

Cost: $30 Online
Cost: $35 Gate

SAVE $5.00 on Entry Fee
by Booking Online

2.5% booking fee applies 
 

General Admission

CREATE YOUR OWN MAGIC!

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

2.5% booking fee applies 
 

Event Map

President's Welcome Cocktail Party

THE OPENING EVENT!

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.

 
Inclusions:       

Stand up Canapés Cocktail Party

Premium Two-Hour Beverage Package

Live Entertainment

 
This is strictly an 18+ event.

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

2.5% booking fee applies 
 

President's Welcome
Cocktail Party

THE OPENING EVENT!

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.

 
       Inclusions:       

Stand up Canapés Cocktail Party

Premium Two-Hour Beverage Package

Live Entertainment


This is strictly an 18+ event.

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

Location: Cannon Park
Gates Open: 11.00am
Cost: $180
2.5% booking fee applies
 

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.

Inclusions

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.

  • 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

Location: Cannon Park
Gates Open: 11.00am
Cost: $180
2.5% booking fee applies
 

Inclusions

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.

  • 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

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

Location: Cannon Park
Gates Open: 11.00am
Cost: $350
2.5% booking fee applies
 

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.

Inclusions

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.

  • 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

Location: Cannon Park
Gates Open: 11.00am
Cost: $350
2.5% booking fee applies
 

Inclusions

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.

  • 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

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

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