Dust off your fascinators and Easter bonnets — Mornington Cup Day is back on Easter Saturday, 19 April, and it's set to be the ultimate social day out on the Mornington Peninsula! Whether rounding up the family or planning a kid-free catch-up with friends, the Cup is the perfect way to make the most of the Easter break.
Easterland – The Ultimate Easter Adventure
Bringing the kids? Easterland is where all the family fun happens! At the heart of the action is the ticketed Easter Egg Hunt ($30), guaranteed to have little ones grinning from ear to ear. But the fun doesn't stop there — Easterland also brings the energy with free carnival rides and live stage shows like Paw Patrol, Cocomelon and Gabby's Doll House.
Plus, get ready to be wowed by Skateboard and half-pipe stunt shows happening throughout the day! Pack a picnic, roll out on the front lawns, and soak up the festive family vibe between races with plenty of music, laughter, and entertainment.
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The Distillery Room – A Toast to Local Flavours
Catching up with friends? The Distillery Room is the perfect spot to unwind and indulge. This pop-up experience celebrates the best of local craft spirits, featuring tastings from:
Bass & Flinders Distillery — masters of artisanal gin and aged brandy.
JimmyRum Distillery — serving up sustainable, small-batch rum.
Chief's Son Distillery — known for bold, flavour-packed single malt whisky.
Your ticket includes premium tastings, a grazing table, and meeting the makers behind these celebrated Peninsula distilleries.
Discover how you can be spending your day discovering the spirit of the Mornington Peninsula here
Race Day Thrills & Foodie Delights
Of course, the day's centrepiece is the Mornington Cup — one of Victoria's most exciting race meets. The action and atmosphere are electric whether you're trackside or stretched out on the lawns.
Make sure to sample all the food delights! From gourmet food trucks and pop-up vendors serving everything from street eats to local favourites to classic race day snacks — you won't go hungry.
Mornington Cup Day is the ultimate Easter Saturday plan, whether it's family fun at Easterland, adventures in The Distillery Room, or simply soaking in the atmosphere on the front lawns.
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