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Ellerslie offers an unmatched range of options for Melbourne Cup Day including; private marquees and rooms as well as shared hospitality areas.
I invite you to explore the following pages to find the corporate hospitality option that is right for you and I look forward to seeing you on course for the Sofitel Luxury Hotels Melbourne Cup Day.
Kind Regards,
Kind regards,
Cameron George CEO, Auckland Racing Club
CEO’s MessageWe look forward to welcoming you to Ellerslie Racecourse to experience the thrill of the 2015 Sofitel Luxury Hotels Melbourne Cup Day.
Whether this is your first visit to Ellerslie or you are a Melbourne Cup Day regular, a day of racing action at Ellerslie is like no other. With ten races on course plus live footage of the Emirates Melbourne Cup, we have all the racing action covered. In addition, we have the Sofitel Luxury Hotels Style Award for the best dressed man and woman on course and between the races the entertainment continues with our resident DJ.
with horses!
Key Information
✓ Gates open at 10.30am
✓ Hospitality areas open at 11.30am
✓ First race is at approximately 12.10pm
✓ Live coverage of the Emirates Melbourne Cup is at 5.00pm
✓ Last race at Ellerslie is at approximately 6.50pm
✓ Event closes at 9.30pm
AUCKLAND’S ONLY MELBOURNE CUP PARTY
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Located adjacent to the members' entrance with an elevated view down the home straight, a private marquee at Ellerslie provides you with an ideal private hospitality option that is tailored to your needs.
You can personalise your marquee to reflect your brand or current campaign, or you can utilise one of our standard packages. Our team will help guide you through the range of choices for dining and beverage packages for the day or you can work with our in house catering team to design a menu.
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To find the dining package to best suit your needs please contact an Ellerslie Account Manager on
(09) 524 4069 or [email protected].
Premium Marquee package• Exclusive silk-lined marquee with carpeted floor
• Picket-fenced garden area with outdoor tables, chairs and umbrellas
• OPTION A – Dining setting of round tables for ten, including bar and buffet (80 guests)
• OPTION B – Cocktail style décor including bar with bar leaners (80-120 guests)
• A plasma screen and two televisions tuned to the racing action
• A CD/iPod music unit
• Racebook and pen for each guest
• Racecourse admission and personalised marquee ticketing for each guest
• Company sign
• Standard greenery package
• Private betting facilities
• Security
CHAMPAGNE LAWN
Private Marquees
PRICE
$12,000(+gst)
SIZE 10m x 15m
Capacity
80 120Minimum Maximum
Catering additional, please see Dining Packages
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PRICE
$7,500(+gst)
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Private Marquees
Catering additional, please see Dining Packages
Classic Marquee package• Classic, silk-lined marquee structure (flooring not included)
• Picket-fenced garden area with outdoor tables, chairs and umbrellas
• Cocktail style décor including bar with bar leaners (80-120 guests)
• A plasma screen and two televisions tuned to the racing action
• A CD/iPod music unit
• Racebook and pen for each guest
• Racecourse admission and personalised marquee ticketing for each guest
• Registration table
• Company sign
• Standard greenery package
• Access to private betting facilities
• Security
SIZE 10m x 15m
Capacity
80 120Minimum Maximum
Corporate Box Marquee• Classic marquee structure
• Picket-fenced garden area with outdoor tables, chairs and umbrellas
• Cocktail style décor including bar with bar leaners (80-120 guests)
• A plasma screen and two televisions tuned to the racing action
• A CD/iPod music unit
• Racebook and pen for each guest
• Racecourse admission and personalised marquee ticketing for each guest
• Registration table
• Company sign
• Standard greenery package
• Access to betting facilities
• Security
• Located at the hospital end of the Champagne Lawn
PRICE
$4,000(+gst)
PRICE
$3,000(+gst)
Catering additional, please see Dining Packages
SIZE 10m x 10m SIZE 10m x 5m
Capacity
40 80Capacity
30 40Minimum MaximumMinimum Maximum
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Some of the finest views on course are available from the range of private rooms and balconies located in both the Ellerslie and Ascot Stands. Provide your guests the ultimate raceday experience—but be quick as these exclusive rooms sell out early.
• Exclusive use of an air-conditioned room or private balcony
• OPTION A – Dining setting of round tables for ten, including bar and buffet
• OPTION B – Cocktail style décor including bar with bar leaners
• Televisions tuned to the racing action
• A CD/iPod music unit (except Takanini Balconies)
• Registration table
• Racebook and pen for each guest
• Racecourse admission and personalised ticketing for each guest
• Company sign
• Access to private betting facilities
• Security
PRICE
$3,000(+gst)
GUINEAS 3, THIRD FLOOR, ELLERSLIE STAND
100-150GUESTS
TAKANINI BALCONIES
(1, 2 & 3), FIRST FLOOR,
ASCOT STAND
25-80GUESTS
PRICE PER BALCONY
$750(+gst)
ADDITIONAL ROOMS
ON APPLICATION
Catering additional, please see Dining Packages
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PRIVATE ROOMS
Balconies&
To find the dining package to best suit your needs please contact an Ellerslie Account Manager on
(09) 524 4069 or [email protected].
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Sunline package - $199(+GST) per person
• Gourmet buffet lunch designed by our award winning chefs. The menu incorporates the best New Zealand ingredients, featuring; seafood, a range of salads and hot dishes finished with an array of desserts
• Afternoon tea featuring savouries and cheeses
• A 7½ hour beverage package including; selected New Zealand wine, sparkling wine, light and standard beers and non-alcoholic beverages from your own private bar
• Beverage waiter service throughout the day
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DINING Packages
To find the dining package to best suit your needs please contact an Ellerslie Account Manager on
(09) 524 4069 or [email protected].
Zabeel package - $115(+GST) per person
• Gourmet buffet lunch designed by our award winning chef. The menu incorporates the best New Zealand ingredients, featuring; seafood, a range of salads and hot dishes finished with an array of desserts
• Afternoon tea featuring savouries and cheeses
• Cash bar facilities or ability to set up a beverage tab
Once you have selected your location, you can choose from our superb food and beverage packages which have been created by our talented on-site catering team.
Takanini Balconies & Cocktail Packages available on request.
Dining packages commence at 11.30am.
SKYCITY catering can also provide dining packages to marquees
at Ellerslie.
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Seating is in tables of ten. If you purchase less than ten
tickets you may be required to share your table with others.
A member’s discount of 5% applies to the above prices.
A limit of one discounted table per member applies.
Hospitality packages commence at 11.30am
One of the best locations on course.
Cuvée is the place to be for those who thrive in a social atmosphere right in the heart of the racing action. Join in the excitement of being right near the action of the Birdcage and celebrate with the roaring crowd as the horses race past the Winning Post.
This area will sell out, so get in quick to ensure you don’t miss out on what is one of the best locations on course!
Package includes:
• Gourmet buffet lunch designed by our award winning chefs, incorporating the best New Zealand ingredients, featuring; seafood, a selection of hot dishes and salads, finished with dessert, tea and coffee
• Afternoon tea featuring savouries and cheeses
• A glass of Champagne on arrival
• A beverage package including; selected New Zealand wine, sparkling wine, light and standard beers, cider and non-alcoholic beverages until the start of race nine.
• On the day you can purchase Champagne at a special Cuvee only price
• The ability to toast the winners from your reserved seat close to the action of the Birdcage and racetrack
• Racecourse admission, racebooks and pens
• Convenient access to betting facilities
PRICE
$285(INC gst)
per person
$2,750(INC gst)
per table of 10
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SHARED HOSPITALITY
Cuvée
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Presidents Suite offers the perfect corporate hosting experience that will set the scene for an outstanding raceday.
Located on the third floor of the Ellerslie Stand, you’ll enjoy breath-taking elevated views of the racetrack and Winning Post as you settle in for a luxurious day of fine dining, premium viewing and your very own MC who will give you tips to make sure you’re in the best betting position!
Package includes:
• Gourmet buffet lunch designed by our award winning chefs incorporating the best New Zealand ingredients, featuring; a carvery, seafood, a selection of hot dishes and salads, finished with dessert, tea and coffee
• Afternoon tea featuring savouries and cheeses
• A 7 ½ hour beverage package including; selected New Zealand wine, sparkling wine, light and standard beers, cider and non-alcoholic beverages
• On the day you can purchase Champagne at a special President's Suite only price
• Espresso coffee available throughout the day
• Your reserved seat in an air-conditioned room located on Level 3 of the Ellerslie Stand
• An MC who will keep you informed about the action on the track and provide you with tips
• Racecourse admission, racebooks and pens
• Convenient access to betting facilities
• Private access to covered grandstand seating
PRICE
$250(INC gst)
per person
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$2,400(INC gst)
per table of 10
SHARED HOSPITALITY
President's Suite
Seating is in tables of ten. If you purchase less than ten
tickets you may be required to share your table with others.
A member’s discount of 5% applies to the above prices.
A limit of one discounted table per member applies.
Hospitality packages commence at 11.30am
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Silks* is your traditional indoor raceday dining experience.
Silks* is located on the second floor of the Ellerslie Stand; the tiered design offers brilliant views of the racecourse and winning post for all seated guests. And if you’re looking for a little more detail, revert to the TV on your table for all of the up-close racing action!
Package includes:
• Your own reserved seat in the comfort of an air-conditioned room with expansive views of the racecourse
• Gourmet buffet lunch designed by our award winning chefs incorporating the best New Zealand ingredients, featuring; a carvery, seafood, a selection of hot dishes and salads, finished with dessert, tea, coffee and a cheeseboard
• A drink on arrival
• Cash bar featuring selected standard and premium still wine, sparkling wine, Champagne, light and standard local and imported beers, cider, spirits and non-alcoholic beverages
• A private television at your table screening the day's racing live
• Racecourse admission, racebook and pen
• Convenient access to betting facilities, covered grandstand seating and a cash bar
Seating is in tables of eight. If you purchase less than eight
tickets you may be required to share your table with others.
A member’s discount of 5% applies to the above prices.
A limit of one discounted table per member applies.
*This area was formally known as Chairman’s Club.
PRICE
$155(INC gst)
per person
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Hospitality packages commence at 11.30am
SHARED HOSPITALITY
Silks*
$1,160(INC gst)
per table of eight
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PRICE
$140(INC gst)
per person
The perfect location for those wanting a taste of race day hospitality.
Located on the first floor of the Ellerslie Stand, indulge in a gourmet buffet meal that incorporates the best New Zealand ingredients as you watch the action unfold on the live TV screens, or from the covered grandstand.
Package includes:
• Gourmet buffet lunch designed by our award winning chefs, incorporating the best New Zealand ingredients, featuring; seafood, a selection of hot dishes and salads, finished with dessert, tea and coffee
• A drink on arrival
• Cash bar featuring; selected standard and premium still wine, sparkling wine, Champagne, light and standard local and imported beers, cider, spirits and non-alcoholic beverages
• A great location with access to the covered grandstand to take in all the action on course
• Your own reserved seat in the comfort of an air-conditioned room
• Racecourse admission, racebooks and pens
• Convenient access to betting facilities
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Seating is in tables of ten. If you purchase less than ten
tickets you may be required to share your table with others.
A member’s discount of 5% applies to the above prices.
A limit of ten discounted tickets per member applies.
Hospitality packages commence at 11.30am
SHARED HOSPITALITY
Champions Club
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A member’s discount of 5% applies to the above prices.
A limit of one discounted group per member applies.
Get your heart racing!
Join like-minded racegoers partying the day away in the Garden Party. Set on the Newmarket Lawn, you’ll be able to circulate between friends and join in the excitement of the roaring crowd as the horses race past you down the home straight on the way to the Winning Post.
Package includes:
• A $10 dining voucher*
• A drink on arrival
• Outdoor location close to the action of the racetrack
• Access to non-reserved seating and umbrellas
• Racecourse admission, racebook and pen
• Convenient access to betting facilities and a cash bar
• Access to the shade and shelter of the Ellerslie Stand
Please note that the Garden Party is an outdoor location.
*Terms & Conditions apply, see ellerslie.co.nz.
PRICE
$60(INC gst)
per person
$550(INC gst)
per group of ten
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Hospitality packages commence at 11.30am
SHARED HOSPITALITY
Garden Party
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Packages Guide
Ga
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Cha
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Silks* $155 pp
Presid
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$250 pp
Cuvè
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Op
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✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ Reserved seat at table
✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ View of the track
✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ Access to grandstand seating
✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ Gourmet buffet luncheon
✓ ✓ ✓ Afternoon tea
✓ Dining voucher
✓ ✓ Beverage packages
✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ Drink on arrival
✓ Television on each table
✓ ✓ MC
✓ ✓ ✓ Air-conditioned room
✓ ✓ Outdoor location
✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ Racing footage and audio
✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ Betting facilities
✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ Racecourse admission
✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ Racebook and pen
*This area was formally known as Chairman’s Club.
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Ellerslie Christmas At The Races
Saturday 28th November, Saturday 5th and Sunday 13th December 2015
For a unique end of year celebration, give your staff and clients the ultimate festive experience at one of the Christmas themed racedays at Ellerslie. Numerous hospitality options and private rooms are available, but get in quick.
Barfoot & Thompson Twilight Summer SeriesWednesday 9th December 2015 and Thursday 4th February 2016
Perfect for the racing novice, Twilight Racing provides punters with the late afternoon thrill of a fast-paced race meeting, complete with music and a party atmosphere. A winner on any day!
Hearts racingSofitel Luxury Hotels Melbourne Cup Day is the best way to kick off the summer racing season and you can continue to party trackside with our other racedays over the coming months; we have a day and a hospitality package to suit all tastes.
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The New Zealand Herald Christmas CarnivalSaturday 26th December (Boxing Day), Monday 28th December 2015 and Friday 1st January 2016 (New Year’s Day)
Starting with the historic Boxing Day Races, there is something for everyone, from the premier location of Cuvee to the party atmosphere of the Herald on Sunday Champagne Lawn! Enjoy superb racing and the ultimate in fashion and glamour. The action continues on both Monday 28th December and Friday 1st January. New Year’s Day is one of the best days' racing in the country.
New Zealand Bloodstock Karaka MillionSunday 24th January 2016
Join racing fans from all over the globe and come out to play at the New Zealand Bloodstock Karaka Million!
With a million dollar purse at stake and the Auckland glitterati keen for a slice of the action, it’s guaranteed to be an amazing weekend.
AT ELLERSLIE THIS SUMMER
Auckland Cup WeekBMW Derby Day, Saturday 5th March, Barfoot & Thompson Auckland Cup Day, Saturday 12th March 2016
Be the first to secure your marquee or hospitality package for Auckland Cup Week 2016! New Zealand’s richest racing carnival hosts top-class racing, fashion competitions, exquisite hospitality and entertainment. Be trackside and experience the style, glamour and thrill of winning at Auckland Cup Week!
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MembershipTake advantage of our members' prices by joining one of the most prestigious Racing Clubs in the world, the Auckland Racing Club. History is entrenched in our memories but the future is in our sights.
If you love the thrill of racedays at Ellerslie and are as excited about our vision as we are, join us on our journey and become a member today. An annual standard membership is only $220 per person. For further information please visit ellerslie.co.nz
Enquiries For further information, please contact our Raceday Hospitality Coordinator:
Telephone (09) 522 3824
Email [email protected]
Shared hospitality areas can be booked online at ellerslie.co.nz.
Sponsorship Work with New Zealand’s leading thoroughbred racing club to showcase your business or brand.
Promote your brand through to a wide racing audience, on course and off, while you make the most of the exciting privileges on offer to our sponsors. These include comprehensive promotion and advertising opportunities, access to exclusive VIP sponsor-only events and complimentary corporate hospitality – the perfect opportunity to host your valued clients. For further information on sponsorship opportunities at Ellerslie, please contact:
Bill Heap Telephone (09) 522 3835 Email [email protected]
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Terms and conditions apply; please see booking form for details. Ellerslie encourages responsible drinking. All care has been taken
in the production of this brochure and while prices at the time of printing were correct they are subject to change.
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