Melbourne Cup Celebrations | Waterfront Sydney Hotel

Melbourne | 2 November 2010

Celebrated today as the race that stops a nation, the Melbourne Cup was born in 1861. Back then, the Victoria Turf Club decided to create a two mile handicap horse-race in order to rival its counterpart, the Victoria Jockey Club. They surely couldn’t imagine how this race would become so popular!

With a history of legendary triumphs, fallen dreams and good luck, the Melbourne Cup is a sporting event ingrained in the Australian culture. But it’s also a true happening of fashion and style, dragging an enthusiastic public in their very best outfit; hats, dresses, ties and jackets being a must-worn for attendees.

This year again, Australia will stand still for a few minutes during the Melbourne Cup. Let the show begin! Discover more...

As always, the Sebel Pier One will be delighted to welcome attendees to this legendary event. Join us on our Melbourne Cup lunch: sumptuous seafood buffet, live coverage of the race and prizes!


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