
About this Event
Melbourne Cup Day: A Long Lunch with Heart
This Melbourne Cup Day, we’re backing something even better than the races -community, connection, and an unforgettable, three-course long lunch.
Forget the track - this is a long lunch about people connecting as a community for a common goal. So grab your crew, bring your best vibe, and come celebrate with your community.
Event Details:
Location: The Coffee Commune
Time: 11:30 AM - 4 PM
What You'll Enjoy:
- A welcome drink on arrival – champagne, wine or beer
- Three courses of fabulous food
- Coffee & soft drinks included
- Cash bar with all drinks at $8 each
- Live music, community energy & fundraising activities
- A guest speaker who’ll inspire, not gallop
Why You Should Attend:
At this event, the focus is on connection, conversation, celebration, and fundraising. This event is a long lunch with heart, built around great food, shared values, a few laughs, and inspirational stories.
We are raising funds at this event for Wounded Heroes. Their mission is to provide comprehensive support to veterans, current members of the Australian Defence Force (ADF), and their families by offering immediate assistance to address financial, emotional, and personal challenges
- $10 from every ticket sale to Wounded Heroes: Horses to Heroes Program
- $30 from every “VIP” ticket sale to Wounded Heroes: Horses to Heroes Program
- Various fundraising programs on the day
All this for just $99 per person!
VIP tickets available for $175 per person, includes premium drink package beer, wine, champagne and cocktail on arrival (only 10 available)
Limited seats – bookings essential!
*Please note, photos and videos may be taken throughout the event for promotional purposes.

Event Venue & Nearby Stays
The Coffee Commune, Abbotsford Road, Bowen Hills QLD, Australia, 82 Abbotsford Road, Bowen Hills, Australia
AUD 105.00 to AUD 184.76