You can also download a PDF of the map here – Cairns Amateurs Carnival Map
The 2023 Cairns Amateurs Racing Carnival takes place 7th to 9th September 2023.
Cannon Park is located on Mulgrave Road, in the suburb of Woree, in Cairns, Queensland, Australia.
Yes, there is public car parking provided at Cannon Park, however it is restricted. Please refer to the Course Map for the locations of the parking areas.
There will be a designated ‘Meeting Point Marquee’ to the right of the front entrance so you can wait for your friends.
Yes, the Cairns Amateurs Carnival has a dedicated Bus transfer to make it easier for you to get to and from our great event, please see the timetable below:
We strongly encourage pre-purchasing tickets online at $30.00 per person per day. Gate entry on race days is $35 per person per day and will be strictly limited. You may experience some delays. EFTPOS and cash facilities will be available.
The Course is a licensed venue and persons under 18 years of age, must be in the constant care of a parent or guardian and will not be permitted to enter Cannon Park without parental supervision. Persons under the age of 18 are not permitted to attend the Fashion High Tea, President’s Welcome Cocktail Party, Cairns Amateurs Ball and the 18+ events at the track (St Hubert’s Pavilion, Great Northern 1500 Club & Vodka Cruiser Lawn Party).
Cairns Amateurs reserves the right to require proof of age of any person entering any of the Cairns Amateurs venues. ID will be required.
Gates open at 11.00am on both race days.
We ask that all patrons attending the race course dress in a respectable manner.
For the Members Area at the race course, and in keeping with the tropical Spring theme of the Cairns Amateurs, dress codes for are less formal than many southern race courses, but standards are still expected to be maintained by all who frequent the area. Members & Guests Passes for the appropriate year must be visible and worn at all times. At the Cairns Amateurs Ball, the dress code is Black Tie, with a suit and tie the minimum requirement for men. All attendees are requested to maintain the standard of this gala event. Members are reminded of their responsibility to ensure the attire of their guests at all functions, including the Cairns Amateurs Ball, is appropriate. For all other event information, please refer to the General Information section on this site.
During the Cairns Amateurs Carnival, the Cannon Park Racecourse is a non-smoking area. Designated Smoking areas are provided within the Carnival.
Yes. Race books for each day are available at the Carnival until sold out. The cost of each book is $12.00 and can be purchased at the merchandise stands.
Yes. A variety of items with the Cairns Amateurs logo are available during the Carnival at merchandise stands until sold out. These include caps, stubbie holders and pens.
There is no reserved seating in the general public concourse.
Tickets are available online at cairnsamateurs.org.au.
Yes, there are on-course caterers with several different outlets during race days. Food vans are located in the general areas (Number 15 & 16 on Map)
No. In accordance with Queensland Liquor Licence Regulations, no alcoholic beverages may be brought into Cannon Park as it is a licensed area. No alcohol is allowed to be taken from Cannon Park.
Yes, however please refer to our Terms & Conditions of Entry for full details.
You should refer to the Terms & Conditions of Entry with regard to the allowance of chairs at the racecourse and responsibility for your possessions.
Unless proof can be produced by you, the Far North Queensland Amateur Turf Club Inc. retains the right to refuse entrance to any event or area during the Carnival without a valid and official ticket. This includes the Members Area and Corporate tickets.
Shade is provided by the Cairns Amateurs in some areas of Cannon Park. As this shade does not cover the entire venue, we recommend a hat and sunscreen for your protection. We cannot guarantee that there will be sufficient room for you to obtain shelter from direct sunlight and heat, rain and wind.
Access and facilities for those using wheelchairs is available at the race track.
Yes, public transport to and from Cannon Park is available during the two days of racing. There are also facilities for taxis, private hire vehicles and coaches. Please refer to the General Information section on Transport Options.
If you have misplaced any item at an event during the Carnival, please contact the venue where the event was held to enquire before contacting the Cairns Amateurs office. The Far North Queensland Amateur Turf Club Inc. accepts no responsibility for any lost or stolen items.
Yes, ATM facilities are available at Cannon Park however in the interest of public health we strongly recommend using contactless transactions. EFTPOS facilities will be available at all venues.
Yes there are bookies at Cannon Park and TAB facilities in selected venues. The Cairns Amateurs encourages responsible gaming.
Yes. Officers from the Queensland Ambulance Service and First Response are present at each race day.
The services of the Queensland Police and a private security provider are engaged for every event of the Carnival. We do not provide individual security for any private tents (including Corporate Marquee area).
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Friday 8th & Saturday 9th,
September 2023
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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 seafood buffet, 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 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.
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 seafood buffet, 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 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.
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.
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 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!
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
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 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!
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
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.
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.
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 – 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.
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 – 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.
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
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.
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.
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
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.
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.
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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