Melbourne Cup corporate celebration on a luxury yacht in Sydney
Melbourne Cup Corporate Event

Melbourne Cup on Sydney Harbour

Elevate your Melbourne Cup corporate event with a private yacht charter. Host clients, reward teams, and cheer on the race that stops the nation with uninterrupted harbour views and premium hospitality.

04 November 2025
Sydney Harbour, NSW

A Premium Melbourne Cup Corporate Experience

Create a refined Melbourne Cup event that blends live race action with Sydney Harbour prestige. Our event specialists style your yacht with racing-inspired décor, set up broadcast screens, and coordinate premium catering so you can focus on hosting VIP guests.

From executive board retreats to large-scale Melbourne Cup corporate events, we tailor the yacht selection, hospitality, and service team to your guest list. Impress stakeholders, celebrate achievements, and secure brand loyalty in a setting that feels like your private grandstand.

Executive Hosting

Dedicated crew, white-glove service, and flexible layouts for boardroom briefings, networking, and post-race celebrations.

Live Race Coverage

Large-format screens, professional audio, and curated commentary ensure everyone catches every stride from Flemington.

Signature Hospitality

Think premium canapés, Champagne towers, and racing-inspired styling that keeps your brand front and centre.

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Melbourne Cup Yacht Hire Blueprint

Structure your Melbourne Cup corporate event with a proven running sheet that balances racing excitement and client engagement.

  1. 1

    Pre-Race Networking

    Guests board to Champagne service, gourmet grazing stations, and skyline photography moments.

  2. 2

    Race Broadcast & Sweepstakes

    Take positions on deck-side lounges while large screens deliver live race coverage. Run corporate sweepstakes or team tipping competitions.

  3. 3

    Harbour Cruise & Celebrations

    Toast the winning horse while cruising past the Opera House and Harbour Bridge with curated playlists and premium beverages.

  4. 4

    Post-Race Awards

    Present best-dressed prizes, team awards, or executive speeches with the harbour skyline as your backdrop.

Corporate Event Essentials

Ideal Schedule

Midday boarding through twilight to maximise live racing and harbour hosting time.

Guest Capacity

Recommend yachts for 20–80 guests with indoor lounges and expansive decks.

Branding Opportunities

Utilise boarding signage, custom race books, and LED screens for sponsor visibility.

Recommended Add-Ons

Professional MC, acoustic musicians, premium beverage upgrades, and floral styling in racing colours.

Why Melbourne Cup Clients Choose Ahoy Days

We pair corporate refinement with on-water excitement to deliver Melbourne Cup events that resonate long after the trophy is lifted.

Tailored Melbourne Cup Packages

Curate bespoke Melbourne Cup events with yacht selection, race-day styling, and premium hospitality aligned to your brand.

Corporate Event Expertise

Dedicated event managers handle logistics, entertainment, and guest experience so you can focus on stakeholder relationships.

Race Day Innovation

From interactive sweepstakes to live content production, we ensure your Melbourne Cup yacht hire feels immersive and memorable.