Derby day rookie? No problemo!
A sea of monochrome will be visible at Morphettville this coming Saturday 29th October for Victoria Derby Day and the Festival Gardens presented by Moët & Chandon is where you should be. We take five with Lauren George from The Festival Gardens at Morphettville Racecourse to get the lowdown on what to expect.
1. What are the Festival Gardens at Morphettville Racecourse ?
The Festival Gardens is Morphettville’s newest hospitality precinct, with a focus on fashion and style. The stylish cocktail area is the perfect indoor/outdoor location, right next to the Mounting Yard and unbeatable views of the Winning Post. Perch on the cocktail furniture while you enjoy a gourmet cocktail menu and a full menu of wine, beers, cider and cocktails.
2. Where are the Festival Gardens located?
The Festival Gardens precinct is located in the lower Moet and Chandon pavilion, right next to the Mounting Yard and Winning Post.
3. Where is the best place to capture a #squad shot in the Festival Gardens?
There are plenty of good place to get a good squad shot in Festival Gardens. There is a media wall at the entrance which provides the perfect backdrop for a group shot. The race track right next to the precinct also provides a beautiful background with the horses galloping past. Make sure to tag Morphettville Racecourse in your squad shots for the chance to win tickets to the 2017 Adelaide Cup!
4. What is the most popular cocktail on the menu at the Festival Gardens?
For a summery day at The Races, you can’t go past a Pimms cocktail complete with all the garnishes.
5. What time will the Festival Gardens open on Saturday?
Morphettville’s gates open at 11am, with the Festival Gardens package starting at 12.00pm. You can still buy tickets on the day for Festival Gardens, with tickets for sale at the main entrance from 11am – 1pm.
See you at the track!
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