With the race that stops the nation just around the corner, punters are no doubt looking for somewhere to celebrate the occasion.
We’ve compiled a list of Melbourne Cup hotspots for Mandurah racing fans watch the cup.
Check out the top spots below. If we’ve missed any let us know via caitlyn.rintoul@fairfaxmedia.com.au.
Murphy’s Irish Pub
For punters who want to celebrate into the evening, Murphy’s Irish Pub on Mandurah Terrence will be hosting a Melbourne Cup after party.
From 1:30pm until late the event will boast live music by popular Perth band Lush.
Guests unable to nab a ticket to the highly anticipated event in Victoria will be able to watch the race live on the big screen.
For more information call 9535 2666 or visit their website.
Mandurah Offshore Fishing and Sailing Club
With restaurant and bar facilities avaible race goers can watch the cup at the Mandurah Offshore Fishing and Sailing Club.
The club on the Mandurah Marina offers a special dinning experience with stellar views across the Indian ocean.
Attendees will be able to enjoy a two course meal, mystery bets, a fashion parade and canapes at a cost of $65. Bookings close on November 2 at 4pm.
For more information visit the club’s website or call 9535 6251.
Oceanic Bar and Grill
One of Mandurah’s iconic waterfront premises is promising Melbourne Cup like no other, with free entry, complimentary sparkling on arrival, prizes for best dressed and live music from 12pm.
Head along to the Oceanic Bar and Grill from 11pm to watch the race live of the big screens.
For more information visit the bar and grill’s website or call 9582 9465.
Boathouse Tavern
Mandurah’s Boathouse Tavern will also get among the 2017 Melbourne Cup action with live entertainment from 12:30pm until late.
For more information visit their website or call 9535 1034.
Madora Bay Tavern
Madora Bay Tavern will reward punters dressing to impress on cup day, with a best hat competition.
The Tavern will also have a range of activities on the day from sweeps and raffles to a roast luncheon and TAB facilitates.
Attendees will have the choice of pork or beef for $15 per person, with a complimentary dessert.
For more information call 9537 1147 or visit the tavern’s Facebook page.
Greyhounds WA
For those who love all kinds of racing Greyhounds WA, Mandurah will have you sorted.
The race will be streamed live on the big screen, with Greyhound racing set to commence at 3pm.
A seafood buffet, sweeps, prize giveaways, DJ tunes, TAB facilities will help punters celebrate in style.
Bookings are essential for the prepaid event. Doors open at 10am.
For more information visit their website or call 9581 7188.
Peel Alehouse
Do not miss out on one of the biggest days of the year as Peel Alehouse brings you the Melbourne Cup on November 7.
Canapes will be served from 11am-12pm, with an open buffet after the Melbourne Cup Race, sweeps available from 11am with TAB facilities available from 8am.
There will be live entertainment after the race.
Call 9581 5400 or go to their website for more information.
Pinjarra Golf Club
Pinjarra Golf Club’s charming country club promises race goers an exciting and vibrant atmosphere on cup day.
The social membership is only $10 to enjoy year round fun and activities at the club house starting with the Melbourne Cup lunch for $40 per person.
For more information call 9531 1252 or visit their website.
Friar Tuck’s Irish House
Friar Tuck’s Irish House will host a luncheon at $38 per person.
Their Irish Melbourne Cup experience will include sweeps prizes and a best hat and best dressed competition for both ladies and gents.
For more information call 9534 4788 or visit their website.
Stage Door
Celebrate Melbourne Cup in style while enjoying a delicious buffet lunch for $49 per person.
The waterfront restaurant boasts a fully licensed bar, the race streamed on large screen TV's and other entertainment on the day.
There will be sweeps happening, lucky door prizes and best dressed. attendees are urged to dress to impress.
Bookings are essential.
For more information call 9586 3733 or visit their website.
Mandurah Bowling and Recreation Club
Mandurah Bowling and Recreation Club open their doors at 10:30am and offer attendees a glass o house wine or sparkling wine on arrival.
Seafood entree, roast buffet lunch and dessert will be on the menu.
Sweeps and door prizes will also be included.
For more information visit their website.
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