Reserve a table in The Birdcage and watch the world go by
The Birdcage has established itself as a must-visit destination during Cup Week. The desire to visit for the first time is exhilarating, and the desire to return is all-consuming.
Members and their guests can rendezvous in The Birdcage and enjoy the comfort of a reserved table for the entire day. A reserved table, located in the heart of The Birdcage, provides a dedicated space, allowing members and their guests the flexibility to come and go as they please.
Please Note: Prices are per person and inclusive of a $50 food and beverage voucher to be used on the day. The Guest ticket price also includes entry into the racecourse and the Members Enclosure.
Location: The Birdcage, West End
Important Information
Racecourse and Members Enclosure access
Table bookings of 4 available
Racecourse and Members Enclosure access
Reserved bar table with umbrella
$50 food and beverage voucher
Access to betting facilities and amenities within The Birdcage
Food and beverages in excess of the value of the $50 food and beverage voucher will be at an additional cost.
Gates Open: 10.00am
Venue Open: 10.00am
Feature Race - Howden Victoria Derby: 4.20pm
Last Race: 5.40pm
Food & Beverage service concludes: 6.40pm
Venue Close: 7.10pm
Members are advised to arrive no later than the start of Race 2 to secure their reserved table. Members who arrive later than the start of Race 2, risk their table being re-allocated to other members.
Tickets are available to view in your Ticketmaster account once purchased.
Click the button below to be taken to Ticketmaster, select Sign In and with the email address used when making the booking sign in to your account.
You can view, manage and share your digital tickets from Ticketmaster. Tickets will be found under ‘My events’, which can then be transferred to your guests via email or text. Guests will be required to add ticketing, onto their digital wallet (Apple/Google Wallet).
Members Dress Regulations apply in this venue. Please click here to view Members Dress Regulations.
We’re here to help! We want to ensure you and your guests have all the information you need ahead of your Melbourne Cup Carnival dining experience. If you can’t find the information you’re looking for, please reach out on 1300 727 575 or via membership@vrc.net.au