The race that stops the nation finishes around 3pm. The night doesn't have to. On Tuesday 3 November 2026, The Men's Gallery at 601 Lonsdale St is open for Melbourne Cup Day from 6pm til later than anywhere else in the city.
This page covers what to expect on Cup night, how to get here from Flemington, and how to bring a group.
At a glance
Date: Melbourne Cup Day, Tuesday 3 November 2026
Time: Doors from 6pm til late
Entry: Our normal door fee. 18+ only, photo ID required
Dress code: Our normal dress code. Smart casual. No singlets, steel-capped boots, flip-flops, caps or workwear
Address: 601 Lonsdale St, Melbourne CBD
Bookings: Bucks & Functions
Kicking on from Flemington to the CBD
It's a straight run in from Flemington. Grab the train or a cab back to the city and you're on Lonsdale St in no time. We're a short walk from Southern Cross Station and Marvel Stadium.
Cup Day is a public holiday in Melbourne, and the city fills up fast once the last race is run. Doors open from 6pm and the night runs late, later than anywhere else in the city.
Inside, it's a world away from the track. Low light, a polished room and performers who know how to hold a crowd. Fully nude live shows run through the night, with our shower rooms and karaoke on hand when your group wants to take it up a notch. The room builds as more race-day groups arrive, and Cup night is just a bigger night than usual.
What to know before you arrive:
Dress code. Our normal dress code applies. Smart casual is preferred, and your race-day outfit will fit right in. We do not admit singlets, steel-capped boots, flip-flops, caps or workwear.
No cameras. Camera glasses and recording equipment are strictly not allowed.
ID. Entry is 18+ only, and photo ID is required.
Entry. Our normal door fee applies on Cup Day.
Every race day this spring
Melbourne Cup is the big one, but it's not the only night we're celebrating. We're open with big parties on every race day of the Spring Racing Carnival, from 6pm til late:
Derby Day, Saturday 31 October
Melbourne Cup Day, Tuesday 3 November
Oaks Day, Thursday 5 November
Champions Stakes Day, Saturday 7 November
Zipping Classic Day, Saturday 14 November
Planning your spring? Read our Spring Racing Carnival guide.
Bringing a group or a function?
Cup Day is a natural night for bucks parties, office outings and birthday groups. If you're coming with a crowd, book early so we can sort a function for the group.
Every function package includes your own private room, private bar and waitress service, and free entry for the guest of honour. Groups that book get discounted entry before 9pm. Packages are for 10 guests or more; smaller group, get in touch.
Make your enquiry through our Bucks and Functions page, and tell us the date, your group size and the kind of night you are after.
Not sure which night yet? See everything coming up on our What's On page.
FAQs
Are you open on Melbourne Cup Day?
Yes. On Cup Day, Tue 3 Nov 2026, doors open at 6pm and we're open til late.
Do I need to book?
No, walk-ins are welcome. Groups should book early through our Bucks and Functions page.
Is there a dress code?
Yes, our normal dress code. Smart casual is preferred and race-day outfits are welcome. No singlets, steel-capped boots, flip-flops, caps or workwear.
Is there a door fee?
Yes. Our normal door fee applies on Cup Day. Nothing changes except that it's a bigger night.
How do I get there from Flemington?
Take the train or a cab back to the city. We're at 601 Lonsdale St in the Melbourne CBD, a short walk from Southern Cross Station.
What ID do I need?
Entry is 18+ only, and photo ID is required.
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18+ only. Photo ID required.