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Airlie Beach Hotel Turns Up The Heat For Melbourne Cup Day... Hawaiian Style!

The one and only Melbourne Cup Day will soon be upon us, and the beloved Airlie Beach Hotel (ABH) have put together a stellar line up to ensure your day is nothing short of memorable!

On Tuesday, the 4th of November, prepare to be transported to the world of Mai Tais and tan lines as 2025’s ABH Melbourne Cup Day extravaganza turns up the heat with it’s Hawaiian Style loo ow bright and early from 10am onwards.

Attendees will be treated to some classic old time Rock n Roll and a jampacked entertainment lineup featuring two sensational tribute acts to have the entire venue groovin’ well and truly into the night.

First up is the Grease performance to get the party started then after the race Elvis will perform to finish the day.

The Grease Tribute Show, invites guests to sing and dance along to classics like Summer Nights, Greased Lightnin’, and You’re the One That I Want with an interactive twist!

Elvis Forever performed by Damian Mullin is a world-class, award-winning performance that captures the glitz, glamour and timeless energy of The King himself.

Damian’s captivating tribute performance has earned him plenty of praise, and after winning the Surfers Paradise 2012 Ultimate Elvis Tribute Artist semifinal award, his career skyrocketed, leading him to become one of the most in demand Elvis Presley tribute acts today! With the moves, the look, and the unparallel vibes on par with the infamous artist, Damian will have audiences dancing the day away to fan favourites like Burning Love, Can’t Help Falling in Love, Jailhouse Rock, Don’t Be Cruel, You’re the Devil in Disguise and many more!

The hotel’s famous all-you-can-eat Seafood and BBQ Buffet will serve up fresh seafood, smoked meats, salads and desserts, accompanied by a three-hour drinks package from 10am right through until 1pm. Racegoers won’t miss a moment of the action, with coverage live and loud on the venue’s big screens, including the region’s largest sports screen, stretching nine metres wide.

The day will also feature Fashions on the Field, sweeps, spot prizes, a free raffle, and TAB facilities opening from 8am with the courtesy bus set to operate from 9am.

Tickets are $169 per person (plus booking fee) and available now online at www.airliebeachhotel.com.au/melbourne-cup.

Guests are encouraged to dress to impress with a tropical twist for this 18+ event and indulge in an unforgettable Melbourne Cup celebration!

WHAT: Melbourne Cup Day ft Grease Tribute and Elvis Tribute
WHERE: The Pub, Airlie Beach Hotel
WHEN: Tuesday 4 November (10am - 6pm)
TICKETS: Available via Oztix

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