Tue 3 Nov · 11:30am
Kaktus Bar · Southport
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For only $55 per person, settle in for a relaxed race-day party featuring a Mini Margarita on arrival, generous Mexican food package, allocated seating, DJ and live bongos, plus all the racing action across the venue.
Expect bold Kaktus energy, fiesta-inspired styling and plenty happening before and after the race.
Your Melbourne Cup Package
$55 per person
Your ticket includes:
The Food
Come hungry. The Kaktus kitchen will be serving a generous Mexican-inspired food package throughout the afternoon.
On Arrival
Kick things off with:
Roving & Table Drops
Keep the fiesta going with:
Churros Station
Finish things off at the interactive churros station, complete with a selection of sauces and toppings.
DJ + Live Bongos
From pre-race anticipation to the post-race party, DJ and live bongos will bring the energy throughout the afternoon.
After the Melbourne Cup, the music turns up as Kaktus shifts straight into post-race party mode.
Melbourne Cup Live
Keep up with the racing throughout the day with race coverage across Kaktus' TVs.
When it's time for the main event, the Melbourne Cup will be shown live with audio, so you won't miss a…
Quick answers
When is Melbourne Cup at Kaktus?
Tue 3 Nov 2026, 11:30am.
Where is it?
Kaktus Bar, Southport, QLD.
How much are tickets?
From $55, as listed when Keen last checked. The ticket page has the current price.
Where do I get tickets?
On eventbrite.com.au. The button at the top of this page goes straight there.
How do I find out which of my mates are keen?
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