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Flourish at Morphettville this Summer

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Morphettville Racecourse have recently opened Flourish, a new, unique, lush space adjacent to the track. Designed for you and your friends to thrive on-course during feature race days, at private events, and after dark, Flourish is the new home of outdoor summer partying with an impressive line-up of events to see the year out with a bang.

Twilight Races | December 16

Flourish at Morphettville and celebrate the end of the year with the Twilight Races!  Open to everyone on-course, Flourish features a great line up of DJs, executive-chef-designed culinary offerings, and specially selected beverages available for purchase. Head past the Heritage Stand to the edge of the Derby Lawns to experience the best of the Twilight Races in style at Flourish.

Entry to Flourish is included with the purchase of a general admission ticket and tickets are selling fast!

Find out more here.

Dimitri From Paris at Discoball Boxing Day | December 26

Adelaide’s nightlife is in for a shake-up this social season. Evenings are lighter, the weather is warmer, and there’s a brand new, must-experience after dark venue in town.

Let loose on the dancefloor, while table turning tunes take you from twilight through midnight. When the sun goes down, thrive at Flourish After Dark.

Flourish After Dark will be home to a line up of local and international superstar DJs this Boxing Day headlined by Dimitri From Paris, making the journey all the way to Adelaide for a party filled with good vibes and good times.

Included in the Boxing Day line up are DJs Groove Terminator, Leeroy Brown, Ezee G and Felicity – the city’s best providers of ‘good grooves’ to keep the party going from 4pm ‘till late.

Find out more here.

New Year’s Eve White Party | December 31

Flourish After Dark is here to help you bid farewell to 2022 at Adelaide’s hottest New Year’s Eve White Party! With two themed stages featuring Adelaide’s best DJs, VIP booths and a festival sound system, there’s no better place to ‘party in’ the New Year.

Enjoy a great selection of premium and crowd favourite drinks on offer accompanied by delectable chef-prepared food options for purchase while the sun sets on 2022. As the name suggests, dress to impress in your best all-white attire. Final release tickets selling fast!

Find out more here.

Your Guide to the Morphettville Spring Carnival

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The spring racing season is upon us, which means it’s time to get your tickets to the latest events and on-field fashion sorted. The Spring Carnival at Morphettville kicks off October 8, with some of the hottest events, experiences and luncheons happening at the premier racecourse.

Guinness on Guineas Irish Spring Fling Day | October 8

If you’re partial to a pint of Guinness, this is the race day for you. The Guinness of Guineas Irish Spring Fling is a jam-packed day featuring luxe long lunches, a ‘spring fling’ party, pints of the Irish brew and more.

With two luncheon experiences to choose from, enjoy an afternoon at Restaurant 1873 overlooking the finishing straight and Winning Post. Or, see if you’re as lucky as a leprechaun at the Irish Spring Fling Party in the Diva Lounge. A ticket to the event – hosted on the ground floor of the grandstand – includes a five-hour drink package, a food voucher and access to betting facilities. General admission tickets cost $30, and gates open at 11am.

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The Everest & Caulfield Cup Day | October 15

The second thrilling event in the spring calendar combines two of the largest racing events of the season. Watch The Everest live from Sydney’s Randwick Racecourse on the big screen and experience the excitement of the “world’s richest race on turf” – the prize money standing at an astonishing $15M. Then, catch the prestigious Group 1 Caulfield Cup streamed live from Melbourne. Some of the best South Australian racing will also be happening.

The first-class racing events are paired with a range of premium hospitality packages perfect for punters searching to enjoy the day in style. Celebrate at the CC Giddy Up Club, close to the action of the racing track or unwind at The Stables with a luxe two-course lunch experience overlooking the Mounting Yard.

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Cox Plate Day | October 22

The Cox Plate Day is one of the best springtime race events, welcoming the warmer weather while showcasing exceptional interstate racing live on the big screen. Enjoy local produce platters and SA wine amongst good company, or try your luck on the biggest race day in Moonee Valley. 

Book the VIP section at the CC Giddy Up Club and enjoy a four-hour drinks package (including Canadian Club), a cheese platter and a private booth close to the track action. The race day fun begins at 11am.

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Victoria Derby & Golden Eagle Day | October 29

The spring races are renowned for their on-field style, with the VIC Derby and Golden Eagle Day at the Morphettville racecourse a day of flair, fashion and fun. Dress to the nines in your best black-and-white style and enjoy a day of racing entertainment.

Sydney’s Golden Eagle and the prestigious VIC Derby will be streamed to the big screens, with local racing also taking place on the day. Settle in for one of the most fashionable days in the spring calendar, and enjoy the best Morphettville has to offer.

Experiences on the day include a premium luncheon at Restaurant 1873, the CC Giddy Up Club (and its VIP booths), or access to the perfect viewing spot for track action at the Diva Lounge.

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Melbourne Cup Day | November 1

Experience the magic of the race that stops the nation at Morphetville’s Melbourne Cup Day, streaming the famed race live from Flemington. Enjoy a day of thrilling live racing, participate in the sweepstake and try your luck on a horse in the nation’s most historic race event.

The prestigious event is matched with several luxury hospitality packages, helping you enjoy Melbourne Cup Day in style. Toast the day with a glass of GH Mumm champagne at the Morphettville Champagne on the Lawns event. The premium event is in prime position for racing action and includes a five-hour drinks package (including GH Mumm), roving canapés and live entertainment.

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Stakes Day | November 5

The final race in the spring calendar arrives as we begin to gear up for the holiday season and the weather warms up. End the Spring Carnival on a high with the Group 1 Mackinnon Stakes streamed on the big screen at Morphettville Racecourse, with live local racing taking place throughout the day.

This final spring event sets the tone for the end-of-year festivities and is the perfect opportunity for corporate celebrations looking to beat the busy December period. Dress to impress in your on-field fashion, book a private suite or long lunch and soak up the thrilling race action.

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Polo in the Barossa

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After a successful McLaren Vale event earlier this year, the polo is now descending on one of Australia’s most applauded wine regions, the Barossa Valley, for the next instalment.

Barossa Polo is two-day event that kicks off on Friday 3 Dec with a twilight polo match. The all-inclusive hospitality evening is for over 18s and will have a corporate skew, encouraging visitors to celebrate the end of 2021 in style with clients, colleagues and friends.

Saturday 4 Dec is for event goers and families – one side of the field will come alive with a pitch-side party (Club Barossa), while families can enjoy family-friendly activities (including a giant slide and face painting) in a designated family area. There will also be plenty of shade and tables for those who want to enjoy a polo picnic, with hampers available for purchase.

Those wanting a complete package can head to the G.H Mumm Marquee, where you’ll enjoy French Champagne on entry, plus four hours of premium grazing food, beverages and transport to and from the event.

There’ll also be Fashions on the Field, divot stomping between polo matches, as well as a new Cellar Door Trail, which aims to showcase outstanding local producers, highlighting the very best of the region.

Barossa Polo will run from Friday 3 Dec – Saturday 4 Dec at Chateau Tanunda, Barossa Valley.

For tickets click here.

Morphettville’s Irish Spring Fling

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We will be welcoming the luck of the Irish as the South Australian Jockey Club presents the Irish Spring Fling at Morphettville Racecourse. This race will be closing Morphettville’s Spring Carnival season and is the perfect welcome into summer.

The Irish themed event is a summer celebration to attend. Enjoy the on-track racing while watching the prestigious Group 1 Mackinnon Stakes live on the big screens. Pair your viewing with an exclusive hospitality package or enjoy the Guinness on tap with general admission.

Leaving spring with a bang, the day will conclude with a concert from Vertigo The U2 Experience.

Date: Saturday, 6 November 2021

Gates Open: 11am

Where: South Australian Jockey Club, Morphett Road, Morphettville.

Parking is available at The Junction on Anzac Highway for $10.

Off to the Races with Kate Freebairn

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With the races approaching faster than the horses set to race, the time crunch to find that perfect outfit is becoming realer by the minute. To provide some much need inspiration, South Australian Style spoke to Network 10’s Races Fashion and Entertainment Co-Host, Kate Freebairn.

What are the biggest trends that you’re expecting to see this racing season?

Coming out of COVID restrictions, this year’s Carnival is a big celebration and I expect the fashion to reflect that. We’ll be seeing lots of bold, bright, block colours and balloon sleeves. I’m a big fan for tailored suits and I think they’ll be big this year.

When it comes to headwear – a classic hat is always beautiful but this year headbands are the new fascinators. They’re fresh and fun and so easy to wear.

What are the fashion faux pas of the races?

Elegant is always best for a day at the races. Don’t go too short with your dress, too low with your neckline, or show too much skin. This season, cut-outs are everywhere but they’re on the banned list at the races in Sydney and Melbourne. Although Adelaide’s race days are generally a little more casual, it might be best to err on the side of caution.

This goes without saying – the ultimate faux pas is taking off your shoes. You’ll have big regrets the next day!

With that being said, what’s a full-proof races outfit?

For me, it’s a tailored suit with a classic wide brimmed hat. It’s classy, flattering and comfortable to wear all day. Add a statement pair of shoes and a bag and you’re set.

So…what will you be wearing?

I’m hosting the TV coverage on all four days of the Melbourne Cup Carnival, so I’ve mixed it up. I’m usually a minimalist but we’ve pushed the boundaries for Cup Day! I’ve teamed up with an incredible designer, who is creating something amazing for me. It’s bright, bold and will be a lot of fun to wear.

In terms of entertainment, what’s on offer this season?

You can catch the broadcast of the Melbourne Cup Carnival on Network 10 and we’ve got plenty in store for people watching at home or on the big screens at events across the country.

I’m teaming with up with Rob Mills to host the fashion and entertainment and as part of that we’re featuring the best dressed racegoers from across the country for Myer’s Fashions on Your Front Lawn. There were some great entries from SA too, so I’m looking forward to chatting to some of the entrants and seeing how our locals go.

Now, I hear you have some exciting news to share…

I’m having a baby! It’s a little girl and my partner, Nick and I couldn’t be happier. I’m almost halfway, so pregnancy has made dressing for the Carnival a little more challenging this year but it will be nice to see the bump on the screen! I’m due at the end of March and can’t wait.

Be sure to catch all the racing coverage on Network 10 this racing season.

Melbourne Cup at Morphettville

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There is no better place to enjoy the race that stops the nation than at Adelaide’s premier racecourse, Morphettville. The Melbourne Cup is hosted this year by the South Australian Jockey Club on Tuesday, 2 November with gates opening up at 10am.

On the day, Morphettville Racecourse will be hosting amazing on-course racing, available to view, and also presenting the prestigious Melbourne Cup live from Flemington on their big screens.

With a range of hospitality packages to choose from, you can get down to the races with corporate guests, friends or family and feel taken care of appropriately.

Date: Tuesday, 2 November 2021

Gates Open: 10am

Where: South Australian Jockey Club, Morphett Road, Morphettville.

Parking is available at The Junction on Anzac Highway for $10.

VIC Derby and Golden Eagle Day

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With racing season just around the corner, it’s time to get your tickets to race day and find the perfect outfit. The South Australian Jockey Club is presenting the VIC Derby and Golden Eagle Day at Morphettville Racecourse and they invite you to dress up in your best black and white outfits and enjoy a day of racing.

This event is not only a must-attend for all racing enthusiasts, but also anyone in search of an entertaining day on the backdrop of fashion, racing and hospitality.

You can watch premium local racing on the track or be captivated by the big screens playing Sydney’s Golden Eagle and Victoria’s Derby.

Date: Saturday, 30 October 2021

Gates Open: 11am

Where: South Australian Jockey Club, Morphett Road, Morphettville.

Parking is available at The Junction on Anzac Highway for $10.