Horse racing fanatics are about to descend on the city's bars, pubs and hotels, ready to see whether they can win that best dressed contest or if their bets come in. When you're one of them? Make sure to check out our where to watch the Melbourne Cup 2027 live in Melbourne guide, so you can enjoy everything from rooftop viewing to chicken parma meals.
With cocktail specials and live entertainment continuing the celebrations, Hardimans Hotel is one hot place for Melbourne Cup events in Melbourne this 2025. Topping it off? There's delicious chicken parma and pizza on the menu, alongside screens to catch all the horse racing action.
@ The Summit Restaurant & Bar on Tue, 3rd Nov 2026 @ 11:30 - 15:30
The Summit Restaurant & Bar is offering up its scenic venue for fans of the Melbourne Cup to socialise, enjoy some great food and experience live entertainment.
Sweeps will also be taking place if you're feeling lucky, with a dress code that calls for you to dust of your most fashionable outfit.
Showing the Melbourne Cup from 11am to 5pm is The Great Northern Hotel. Settle down across the huge, dog-friendly beer garden or nab a table in front of the screens inside - either way, plenty of booze is waiting to accompany the horse racing here.
To watch the Melbourne Cup for free in Melbourne, look no further than The Sporting Globe Bar & Grill, where you'll get some of the best views from booths with individual TVs or thanks to the big screen on the terrace. Not only that, but you'll receive a complimentary drink on arrival when you book in advance, including beer or Pimms.
For live streaming of the Melbourne Cup 2025 in Melbourne, Imperial Hotel is one to have on your radar. From rooftop booths or tables to the full a la carte menu of wagyu beef burgers, truffle mushroom risotto and gravy-covered pies being available, this place is delivering the goods.
