Hamilton Island Race Week is in full swing, with Yachties from all over the world taking to the water to win the ultimate prize! But whilst there’s plenty of action on the water, there’s even more on shore! With food markets, fashion events, cocktail parties and more all week long! So, here’s a list of just some of the fun you can have, without getting wet, at this year’s Race Week! 

Wild Oats Wines Ladies Lunch

Dedicated to the ladies (and fellas) who love a long lunch, this yearly celebration of good food, good wine, and great company is made possible by the team at Wild Oats Wines. Featuring one of Australia’s most loved actors, Magda Szubanksi, this year’s Ladies Lunch will surely be one to remember. 

Where: Cocu Chu Restaurant

When: 11.30am, Sunday 18 August

Surf & Turf Dinner

For a more relaxed affair, why not enjoy the Surf and Turf dinner at Outrigger Lawns? Tuck into a three-course surf and turf menu and wash it down with a crisp Furphy, as you spend the night with hilarious Aussie comedian, Sean Woodland. 

Where: Outrigger Lawns

When: 7pm, Thursday 22 August

Piper-Heidsieck Sunset Bar

Sunsets. Tick. Yachts. Tick. Champagne. Tick. Balmy weather. Tick. Open from 4pm every day during Race Week, the Piper-Heidsieck Sunset Bar has everything you need to soak up the festival atmosphere!

Where: Bommie Deck, Hamilton Island Yacht Club

When: 4pm – 10pm every night during Race Week

Paspaley Pearl Discovery

Sip on champagne as you learn why Australian South Sea pearls are the world’s rarest and most valuable of all pearls, at this fun and informative pop-up. 

Where: Black Coral Room, Hamilton Island Yacht Club

When: 2.30pm – 3.30 pm every day during Race Week

All this talk of Race Week got you itching to experience it yourself? To book now to stay at WAHI at next year’s Race Week, simply gives us a call direct on +61 7 4969 9905 or book direct through our website!