Celebrate Oaks Day in Style
(18+ event only)
Join Showtime Event Group and DJ Matt J, for an unforgettable day of luxury, entertainment, and racing excitement.
Kick off your experience with two hours of exquisite canapés upon arrival, followed by interactive food stations and delightful roving desserts. Your ticket includes a reserved table, bottomless sparkling wine, a curated selection of wines, beers, and soft drinks, all paired perfectly with our gourmet food package. Capture the day with our 360 Photo Booth and enjoy prime views of the races on multiple screens, ensuring you won’t miss a moment of the action. For those seeking an extra touch of indulgence, top-shelf spirits, craft cocktails, and champagne will be available for purchase.
What better way to celebrate the 2025 carnival than by donning your finest racewear and spending an elegant afternoon by the pool and in the ballroom at Melbourne’s original and most opulent party venue?
To add to the excitement, we’ll be hosting our very own Fashions on the Field competition, with fabulous prizes up for grabs, including a private dining experience at SEA LIFE Melbourne, and a fully loaded Showtime Event Group picnic hamper.
Don’t miss out on this premier event – reserve your spot now for an Oaks Day celebration like no other!
Date: Thursday 6th November 2025
Time: 12pm – 6PM
Price: $220pp + booking fee
Location: Rippon Lea Estate – 192 Hotham Street, Elsternwick
* PLEASE ADD DIETARY REQUIREMENTS DURING BOOKING
Vegan options and special dietary requirements are available on request.
Please fill out the dietary requirement section during the booking process to request your particular requirement.
*Terms and conditions apply.
- Tickets are sold on a non-refundable basis.
- Any requests for date changes must be made with at least 72 hours’ notice; strictly no exception. Transfer fee applies.
For more info, email us at [email protected] or call us on (03) 9682 1777.
Menu
*all menu items are subject to changes according to seasonality and availability.
Italian Grazing
- Prosciutto, smoked ham, salami, mortadella
- Grilled peppers, eggplant, capsicum dip, hummus dip, rustic Italian breads, balsamic mushrooms, bocconcini, olives marinated in extra virgin olive oil, 7-year aged Modena balsamic vinegar & Tuscan extra virgin olive oil
Canapés
- White fish ceviche, avocado, lime, tomato, shallots, prawn crackers GF, DF, NF
- Baba ganoush tart, pomegranate, coriander dressing GF, NF, V
- Seared annatto beef, chipotle mayonnaise, tortilla crisp, pineapple and tomato salsa GF, DF, NF
- Margherita arancini, buffalo mozzarella, basil aioli GF, NF, V
- Lebanese seared lamb loin, pita crisp, tahini yoghurt NF
- Five spice cauliflower, blackened chilli dressing GF, NF, VEGAN
GOURMET FOOD STATIONS
Nishiki Market
- Sashimi, nigiri, assorted sushi
- Seared Wagyu, kingfish, marinated tofu, ocean trout, teriyaki chicken
- Sushi rice, wakame, ginger soy dressing, wasabi kewpie mayonnaise, pickled ginger, edamame, ponzu dressing, fried nori, wasabi peas, pickled mushrooms
Pasta & Risotto
- Seasonal mushroom & pea risotto V
- Orecchiette pasta with slow braised lamb & tomato ragout, broccoli, shaved Grana Padano, selection of infused extra oils, truffle oil
*vegetarian and vegan options available at all stations
ROVING DESSERT
- Rose water and pistachio cannoli V
- Vanilla mille feuille, bitter orange marmalade NF, V
Dietary Requirements
We can cater to most dietary requirements if given advance notice. It is essential that you advise us at the time of booking if you or your guests have any special dietary requirements. We cannot guarantee that dietary requirements can be catered for if not notified 72 hours prior to dining.
Joint Bookings
During the checkout process, there will be a designated area where you can leave comments or additional instructions. Simply mention in that section that you would like to join specific bookings or provide any relevant details.
Cancellation and No Show
Ticket to Oaks Day 2025 at Rippon Lea Estate are non-refundable in the case of cancellation due to change of mind (including errors when making bookings online and changes in personal circumstances), reductions in the number of guests dining or in the event of a no-show.
Changes in Booking
Any requests for date changes must be made with at least 72 hours’ notice; strictly no exception. Transfer fee applies.
Parking
There is no on-site parking. If you have mobility issues that make offsite parking challenging, please email [email protected] to arrange suitable access. Note that a disability sticker is required. To ensure we can accommodate your request, we recommend providing 72 hours’ notice.
Public Transport
Garden Access
You are welcome to wander the gardens at your own leisure during Rippon Lea Estate’s business hours.
Beverages for Purchase
Beverages will be available to purchase on the day. Please note cash is not accepted.