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Melbourne Cup 2026

Tuesday, 3rd November

Celebrate Melbourne Cup Day at the Sir John Franklin Hotel with a huge afternoon of racing, food, drinks and live entertainment.

Catch the race that stops the nation live from Flemington Racecourse and get amongst the action with quiz games, sweeps and door prizes throughout the day. Enjoy our regular à la carte menu alongside a selection of chef’s specials created especially for race day.

Make your afternoon even easier by pre-purchasing 3 drink tokens for just $22, valid on selected Wicks Winery wines and beers on tap.

Then, once the big race is done, keep the celebrations going with live music from Leather & Lace, playing straight after the race through until 5pm.

Round up your crew, pick your horse and settle in for a fun-filled Melbourne Cup afternoon at the Sir John Franklin Hotel.

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