Melbourne Cup 2026
Tuesday, 3rd November | From 11.30am
Looking for a Melbourne Cup event in Brisbane with all the race-day atmosphere, without the ticket price? After the success of last year’s celebration, we’re pumped to do it all again for Melbourne Cup 2026 at The Glen Hotel.
Spring’s biggest racing day is taking over the venue with a live DJ & MC, Melbourne Cup sweeps, Best Dressed competitions, cocktails, cold drinks, great food and the race LIVE & LOUD across multiple screens.
Best of all? Entry is completely free.
Whether you’re planning a Melbourne Cup lunch with the crew, knocking off early for the race or settling in for the whole afternoon, The Glen Hotel is ready for another massive Cup Day.
Melbourne Cup Live & Loud
Catch the Melbourne Cup LIVE & LOUD on our big screen, with multiple screens positioned throughout the venue so you can keep up with every moment of the race.
Melbourne Cup Sweeps & TAB
Feeling lucky? Melbourne Cup sweeps will be running throughout the day in The Elaine Room, with TAB facilities available near The Deck Bar.
Best Dressed Competition
Dress to impress and take your shot at our Best Dressed competition, with Male & Female categories and prizes worth getting properly dressed up for.
Melbourne Cup Dining
Make a day of it with lunch, drinks and dinner available throughout Cup Day.
Our full menu will be available from 11.30am–2.30pm and 5.30pm–9pm, while Alphonsus Pizza & Pasta will be serving from 11.30am–9pm.
Browse our Menu and Cocktail & Wine List to start planning your Cup Day order.
Celebrate Melbourne Cup 2026 in Brisbane
Last year was a huge one, and in 2026 we’re ready to do it all again.
Gather the crew, lock in your race-day outfit and join us for Melbourne Cup Day at The Glen Hotel in Brisbane.
Free entry. Table bookings encouraged. Walk-ins welcome.
For bookings of more than 6 people, please call 07 3270 6666.
