Bibra Lake: Melbourne Cup hits Cockburn Ice Arena

WATCH the race that stops a nation while enjoying some fun on the ice.

Ice skating is not typically associated with horse racing, but the Cockburn Ice Arena is giving people a ‘cool’ option with the Melbourne Cup function on November 6.

Cockburn Ice Arena events and special projects manager Nadine Brazil said the decision to hold a Melbourne Cup event started from a simple idea in 2016.

“Our staff gathered in our restaurant Cabin 401 Bar and Grill to watch the race but, looking around the empty room, we thought we have a beautiful venue and amazing food so why not showcase it,” she said.

“Cabin 401 at Cockburn Ice Arena is a little hidden gem, nestled in the beautiful surrounds of Bibra Lake. It is such a unique venue and it is sure to impress.

“We have live entertainment, sweeps, best dressed and door prizes, a day full of fun and frivolity.”

Cockburn Ice Arena’s Melbourne Cup event is on November 6 from 11am to 3pm, with ticket holders able to enjoy a pre-drink skate.

Visit www.trybooking.com/YRUY for tickets.

More Melbourne Cup Events

Venue: The Gate Bar and Bistro

Time: From 10.30am

Tickets: $35 or $48- www.thegatebarandbistro.com.au/events/melbourne-cup/

Venue: The Vale Bar and Brasserie

Time: From 11am

Tickets: $35 or $45- www.thevalebar.com.au/whats-on

Venue: The Quarrie Bar and Brasserie

Time: 11am-2pm

Tickets: $65- www.oztix.com.au

More information: Cocktail Party

Venue: The Left Bank

Time: 10am-11.45pm

Tickets: $99- www.leftbank.com.au

Dress Code: smart dress code

More information: Garden Party and Cocktail Party

Venue: Atrium Garden Restaurant

Time: 11.15am to 2pm

Tickets: $45 at www.hotelesplanadefremantle.com/events/melbourne-cup-lunch-parents-prams

Venue: National Hotel

Time: 10.30am-7pm

Tickets: $49- www.stickytickets.com.au/76511/melbourne_cup_at_the_national_hotel.aspx

Dress Code: dress to impress

Venue: Bib and Tucker

Time: 11am to 4pm

Tickets: $100- www.bibandtucker.net.au/news/melbourne-cup-2018