Here are some frequently asked questions regarding our Derby Day Marquees. Still have a question for us? Feel free to contact us
What beverages are included?
The Mercury Principle marquee beverage package runs from 10.30am to 6.00pm.
Beverage Package
- Fleur de Lys Sparkling
- Annie’s Lane Chardonnay
- Secret Stone Sauvignon Black (N.Z.)
- Devil’s Lair Fifth Leg Cabernet
- Seppelts Victorian Shiraz
- Heineken
- Hahn Premium Light
- Soft Drinks & Orange Juice
I only want to book 4 people. What is the minimum number?
You can book any number of guest you like. Should you wish to take the sit-down dining option, tables are sold for 10 guests. There may be shared tables available, however we suggest the cocktail option.
Where are the Marquees located at Flemington?
The Winning Post is located on the inside of the track at Flemington.
What other areas of Flemington can I access
The Winning Post is accessible by the car park. It is also accessible by the concourse.
Is the cocktail menu a substantial meal?
Yes it is! The Menu is as follows:
On Arrival (10.00am – 12.00pm)
- Smoky baba ganoush blended with labneh and topped with fresh pomegranate seeds served on a disc of Turkish bread
- Mini farmhouse egg and bacon tartlets topped with a mound of fried leek, served warm
- Roasted Coffin Bay scallops with skordalia served in a herbed pastry cups topped with crispy pancetta
- Stock poached chicken sandwiches with cornichons and herbed mayo mix
Lunch (12.30pm – 2.30pm)
- Thai beef in crispy wonton cups topped with toasted sesame seeds
- Mini smoky bacon escargot pastries
- Parisienne sausage rolls with French mustard in croissant pastry
- Trio of arancini with garlic, pesto and red pepper relish (v)
- Char sui lamb pan rolls with tomato concasse
- Steamed prawn dumplings with kecap manis served from woks
- Summer roll with caprese filling of tomato, buffulo mozzarella and basil with balsamic splash (v)
- Moroccan chicken parcels with spiced cinnamon , sumac and sultanas and dusted with icing sugar
Bowl Food
- Sri Lankan lamb curry on basmati rice topped with riata
- Home made spinach gnocchi with matriciana sauce
- Tasmanian scallops deep fried in a coconut beer batter with tartare sauce
- Lebanese falafel topped with hummus and red pepper relish (v)
- Corn cake fritters with bacon and spiced tomatoes
- Mini turkey burgers in golf ball rolls with rocket and cranberry mayo
Afternoon Tea (3.00pm – 4.00pm)
- Fudge brownies
- Mini doughnuts with cinnamon and sugar
- Handmade chocolates in the shape of jockey caps with a praline filling
- Mini vanilla and chocolate mini magnums
Comfort Food (4.30pm)
- Chunky homemade beef and onion pies with big red sauce
- Thai chicken balls with sweet chilli sauce
- Vegetarian Japanese pot stickers with sashimi soy
- Brown paper bags of big chips with tomato mayo
(v) ~ vegetarian item
What is the dress code for the Oaks Day Marquees?
According to the VRC website:
This is possibly the most important question of the Melbourne Cup Carnival! We highly recommend that you take a look at the fashion and style section of the website for inspiration. There are also recommended designers and milliners on our website to assist you in preparing for the big event.
Members and visitors to Members’ areas must abide by the dress regulations as outlined on the Victoria Racing Club’s website.
We recommend that all who attend Flemington use these dress regulations as a guideline.
What time can we access the marquee? What time does it finish?
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Are Under 18’s allowed in the marquee?
Our Oaks Day Marquees are fully licensed events and Under 18’s are not permitted into our marquees.
How can I get to and from Flemington?
Mercury Principle Events provide a bus service from the CBD to Flemington and return each day of the Melbourne Cup Carnival for our clients at an additional cost of $20pp
Trains to the racecourse depart from Flinders Street Station (Platforms 8 & 9) and Southern Cross Station (Platform 14) during the peak periods approximately every four minutes. For further enquiries contact Metlink on 131 638 or www.metlinkmelbourne.com.au
Trams(No.57) depart from the corner of Elizabeth Street and Flinders Street.The tram stops at the main gates on Epsom Road.
Taxis are able to access the track for drop off at the Winning Post and Home Straight enclosures. They are to enter off Smithfield Road via the tunnel, on race day mornings. There will not be a taxi rank operating at these enclosures at the end of the day. Only taxis that have been pre booked for pick up will be able to access the centre of the track therefore we strongly suggest arranging return transport.
Etihad Stadium offer Park & Ride providing undercover parking at Etihad Stadium on all four days of the Melbourne Cup Carnival. Patrons can then walk across to Southern Cross Station (Platform 14) to catch a train to Flemington.