Keep the Celebration Going at Prince of Wales Hotel Ipswich

One of Ipswich’s biggest days of the year is almost here.

On 20 June, the TAB Ipswich Cup returns to Ipswich Turf Club with everything that makes race day worth dressing up for — big races, DJs, fashion and an atmosphere that builds from the first barrier rise to the final photo finish. It’s the kind of day that gets talked about for weeks.

But race day doesn’t have to end when the last horse crosses the line.

After the track empties, keep the momentum going at Prince of Wales Hotel Ipswich — your post-races home for cold drinks, a proper feed and all the race-day energy you’re not ready to give up just yet.

Queensland’s Ultimate Race Day 🏆

The TAB Ipswich Cup has built a reputation as one of Queensland’s most anticipated annual events — and for good reason. This isn’t just a day at the races. It’s a full-scale celebration that brings together the best of thoroughbred racing, fashion, entertainment and everything that makes a big race day feel like a big race day.

• 🏇 Premium thoroughbred action and big race moments that keep you on your feet
• 🎧 DJs and live entertainment running throughout the day
• 👒 Race-day fashion, style and serious social energy
• 🍾 Long lunches, group celebrations and moments worth remembering
• 🏆 The prestige and atmosphere of one of Queensland’s standout race meetings

Whether you’re a serious punter chasing the winner, someone who came dressed to impress, or a group just there for the atmosphere and a great day out — Ipswich Cup has a way of delivering for everyone.

Don’t Let Race Day End Early 🍻

Here’s the thing about a big race day — the energy doesn’t just switch off when the barriers open for the last time.

You’ve spent the day backing your picks, watching the action unfold, cheering home winners and processing a few that got pipped right at the post. The group is still buzzing. The stories are already starting. The last thing anyone wants is to scatter home before the day’s had a proper send-off.

That’s where Prince of Wales Hotel Ipswich comes in.

After the final race, make your way over and settle in for the evening. Cold drinks, a classic pub meal and a relaxed atmosphere where the race-day conversation keeps flowing well into the night. No rushed goodbyes at the car park — just a natural next chapter to an already great day.

Just a Short Trip from the Track 📍

One of the best things about making Prince of Wales Hotel Ipswich your post-races stop? You don’t have to go far to get there.

Conveniently located from Ipswich Turf Club, it’s close enough that the group stays together instead of gradually splitting off home. No debating where to go, no complicated logistics, no one quietly slipping away while everyone’s still deciding. Just a quick trip and you’re settled in somewhere comfortable with the rest of the crew.

Skip the group chat debate. Post-race plans sorted before the last race is even run.

Something for Everyone After the Races 🍺

Race days bring all kinds of people together — and a good pub after the event caters to all of them.

Back a winner today? Sounds like someone’s buying a round. Come celebrate properly. Copped a near miss on the final leg? There’s only one way to process a photo finish that didn’t go your way — cold drink in hand, surrounded by people who understand. Hungry after a full day on your feet? A proper pub meal after the races hits differently. Come grab a classic feed and take the weight off. Want to keep the group together a little longer? The race-day stories only get better once everyone’s settled in and the replays start coming out on someone’s phone.

Whatever kind of day you’ve had — good, great or “I’ll get ’em next year” — Prince of Wales Hotel Ipswich is the right place to finish it.

Make a Full Day of IT 🎉

☀️ Morning — Get race-day ready, sort your best outfit, lock in your picks 🏇 Afternoon — Experience the TAB Ipswich Cup in full — racing, DJs, fashion and atmosphere 🍻 Evening — Head to Prince of Wales Hotel Ipswich for drinks, food and post-race stories 🎉 Night — Keep the celebration rolling and make a proper night of it

Race. Celebrate. Repeat.

The TAB Ipswich Cup only comes around once a year. So dress up, back your picks, soak up everything the day has to offer — and when the final race is done, don’t let it end in a car park.

Bring the good times with you to Prince of Wales Hotel Ipswich. The drinks are cold, the food is on and there’s plenty of room for one more story about the race that almost was.

We’ll see you after the races. 🏇🍻