Tue 3 Nov · 11:30am
Enzos Cucina Labrador · Labrador
a long Italian lunch, the big race and dancing after
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Melbourne Cup is coming to Enzo's Cucina — the race that stops the nation, Enzo's-style. Expect a red carpet arrival, a proper Italian lunch with a waterfront view, the big race on the big screen, and an afternoon that keeps going long after the winner crosses the line.
Tuesday 3 November 2026 | Doors 11:30am | From $89pp
What's Included
• Red carpet arrival
• Welcome drink on arrival
• Roaming canapés
• Seated 3-course lunch
• The Melbourne Cup race on the big screen, sound up
• Best Dressed competition — Female, Male & Fascinator prizes
• Sweeps and raffle, with a first prize of dinner for two at Enzo's (valued at $150)
• Lucky door prize
• Live Italian music
• DJ and dancing after the race
Want drinks covered too? Upgrade to the 3-Hour Beverage Package for $139pp — [Italian spritzes, house wines, beers, sparkling & soft drinks] from 12pm through to 3pm.
The Program
• 11:30am — Arrival on the red carpet, welcome drink & Canapés circulate the room
• 12:00pm — Seated for a 2-course lunch inside, with live Italian music
• 1:30pm — Best Dressed judging
• 2:00pm — The Melbourne Cup — volume up, all eyes on the big screen
• From 2:15pm — Winners announced, raffle and lucky door draws, then the DJ takes over
Best Dressed & Prizes
Three categories to enter on the day — Best Dressed Female, Best Dressed Male and Best Fascinator. No entry required, just turn up dressed to impress.
Dress Code
Fashions on the Field / Spring Racing chic. Fascinators, hats and your best race day outfit encouraged.
Quick answers
When is Melbourne Cup 2026 - Dress, Drink & Feast At Enzo's Cucina Labrador?
Tue 3 Nov 2026, 11:30am.
Where is it?
Enzos Cucina Labrador, Labrador, QLD.
How much are tickets?
From $89, as the source listed it when Keen last read the listing. The ticket page has the current price.
Where do I get tickets?
On eventbrite.com. 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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