CPR Events Calendar
Here you'll find upcoming events and protests organised by or co-hosted by Coalition for the Protection of Racehorses. You do not need a Facebook account to see the details on these public events. If you need further information on how to attend, please email us at [email protected]. Thank you for getting involved and speaking up for the voiceless victims of the racing industry. See you out there!
February 2024
January 2024
Past Events
WELLINGTON NZ: Protest Jumps Racing
Join CPR New Zealand as we protest jumps racing.
NSW banned jumps racing in 1997 on horse welfare grounds and it has been discontinued in all Australian states but one - so why is it still continuing across New Zealand?
Where: Trentham Racecourse - outside Children First Early Childhood Centre
When: Saturday 16 July, 2022
Time: 11am
Dress: smart casual at a minimum, please dress as if you were going to the races if you can.
Bring: Refreshments, umbrella and sunscreen if desired/required.
Posters and banners will be provided.
TARANAKI NZ: Protest Taranaki Members Day
Facebook event here.
Where: New Plymouth Raceway - bus stop area opposite Timandra St
When: Saturday 1 July, 2022
Time: 11:30am
Dress: smart casual at a minimum, please dress as if you were going to the races if you can.
Bring: Refreshments, umbrella and sunscreen if desired/required.
Posters and banners will be provided.
IPSWICH: Nup to the Ipswich Cup
Facebook event here.
Where: Ipswich Racecourse - Main Entrance
When: Saturday 18 June, 2022
Time: 11am
Dress: smart casual at a minimum, please dress as if you were going to the races if you can. Keep in mind it is often cold and windy.
Bring: Refreshments, umbrella and sunscreen if desired/required.
Posters and banners will be provided.
WARRNAMBOOL: Protest at Racing's Cruelest Carnival
Facebook event here.
Where: Warrnambool Racecourse - Main Entrance
When: Thursday 5 May, 2022
Time: 11:30am
Dress: smart casual at a minimum, please dress as if you were going to the races if you can. Keep in mind it is often cold and windy.
Bring: Refreshments, umbrella and sunscreen if desired/required.
Posters and banners will be provided.
GOSFORD: Anzac Day Vigil for Horses
For centuries horses have been forced into battle for human wars.
ANZAC day is a day of remembrance to pay respect to all those lost at war, human and non-human.
Facebook event here.
Where: Gosford Racecourse - Main Entrance
When: Monday 25 April, 2022
Time: 10:30am
Dress: smart casual at a minimum, please dress as if you were going to the races if you can.
Bring: Refreshments, umbrella and sunscreen if desired/required.
Posters and banners will be provided.
SYDNEY: Protest at the Championships
JOIN US! as Animal Liberation, the Coalition for the Protection of Racehorses, Sydney Animal Save and the Animal Justice Party NSW join forces against horse racing cruelty.
The Championships is the biggest event on the Racing NSW autumn racing calendar, held at the deadly Royal Randwick Racecourse.
Facebook event here.
Where: Royal Randwick Racecourse - Main Entrance
When: Saturday 9 April, 2022
Time: 10:30am - 1pm
Dress: smart casual at a minimum, please dress as if you were going to the races if you can.
Bring: Refreshments, umbrella and sunscreen if desired/required.
Posters and banners will be provided.
MELBOURNE: Protest at the All Star Mile
Join us as we take a strong stand for the horses used by the racing industry and educate attendees that entertainment is no excuse for cruelty.
The All Star Mile is sponsored by Seppelt Wines. We will use this opportunity to encourage the public to boycott their products as we call them out for attempting to profit off the back of blatant animal cruelty.
Facebook event here.
Where: Flemington Racecourse - Epsom Road Main Entrance
When: Saturday 19 March, 2022
Time: 11:30am - 1:30pm
Dress: smart casual at a minimum, please dress as if you were going to the races if you can.
Bring: Refreshments, umbrella and sunscreen if desired/required.
Posters and banners will be provided.
ADELAIDE: Nup to the Adelaide Cup 2022
Guest speaker – Matt Pastro, Animal Justice Party Candidate for Elder.
Facebook event here.
Where: Morphettville Racecourse, Anzac Hwy entrance
When: Monday 14 March, 2022
Time: 9:30am
Dress: smart casual at a minimum, please dress as if you were going to the races if you can.
WELLINGTON NZ: Say Nup to the Wellington Cup 2022
Join us to protest the Wellington Cup!
On this day the Wellington Racing Club lures people into supporting horse racing cruelty through live music and using the facade of glamour, but behind exists a shocking reality for the horses themselves.
We will be raising awareness about the cruelty that takes place with a silent protest (we will provide signs). We will have some kai after.
Facebook event here.
Where: 414 Fergusson Drive, Heretaunga, Upper Hutt 5018, New Zealand
When: Saturday 29 January
Time: 11am - 1pm
Dress: smart casual at a minimum, please dress as if you were going to the races if you can.
GOLD COAST: Magic Millions Protest 2022
Bring your hat, water, sunscreen. Posters and banners will be supplied. Umbrella is a good idea for shade or in case of rain. We'll be there rain or shine.
Co-hosted by Animal Liberation of Queensland (ALQ) and Coast to Coast Animal Friends (C2CAF).
Facebook event here.
Where: Aquis Gold Coast Turf Club - Bundall Racecourse main entrance (Cnr Racecourse Road and Ascot Road)
When: Saturday 15 January
Time: 10:30am onwards
PERTH: Say Nup to the Perth Cup
At least nine horses have been killed due to injuries sustained whilst being used to race WA tracks over the past two months. Six of them were at Perth's Ascot.
Welcome in the new year by doing something positive for the animals - join us in saying Nup to the Perth Cup.
Join us opposite the main entrance as we speak out against this vile industry that uses and abuses unwilling participants for their own financial gain.
Dress up or come in smart casual at a minimum. There will be no shade available so please wear a hat and bring water and sunscreen if you need it. Posters will be provided.
Facebook event here.
Where: Ascot Racecourse - Grandstand Road, Ascot WA
When: Sunday 1 January
Time: 9am - midday
Nup to the Cup! events and other protests 2021...
PROTEST OR PICNIC: Protest Outside the Melbourne Cup or Join Us in the Park
EMAIL REGISTRATION ESSENTIAL. Please read all of the following details.
Now that we can gather outside in groups of 30 maximum, Victorian's can make our voices heard in real life and say #nuptothecup at the very location the abuse it taking place.
Where: directly opposite the Flemington racecourse gates - Epsom Road
Time: 10:30am - 1pm.
Dress: smart casual at a minimum. Dressing up a little (or a lot) is encouraged.
What to bring: your passionate selves, refreshments. weather appropriate gear as needed eg umbrella, sunscreen, hat
Signs and banners will be provided.
This will be a more toned-down and relaxed day rather than the usual amazing and outlandish extravaganza we are known to co-host with Tenfingerz. Our presence is important to demonstrate to race goers and other passers-by that you can still have a good time without engaging in animal abuse.
Where: Newmarket Reserve, Kensington
Time: 10:30am onwards
Dress: smart casual at a minimum. Dressing up a little (or a lot) is encouraged.
What to bring: drinks and a vegan picnic lunch/snacks, a picnic rug or chair, weather appropriate gear as needed. Dress up, dress down, dress however you like! Just come along.
VIRTUAL: Hijack Myer Fashions on your Front Lawn
Through dressing up in your most fabulous, your wackiest, your most stylish, or even your most gruesome of outfits, you can help break through the facade and tell the world that horse racing is far from glamorous.
#cupweekcostumes and #nuptothecup plus any others you'd like (and be sure to tag @flemingtonVRC).
When: Tuesday 2 November 2021
Where: Anywhere
Time: 7am onwards
VIRTUAL: Nup to the Cup
If you're also dreading Melbourne Cup Day, but are unable to attend a protest, join Animal Liberation, Animal Liberation Qld and the Coalition for the Protection of Racehorses for our online party and celebrate loving horses instead!
1. Sharing one of the graphics* in the discussion on your social media, to raise awareness about the cruelty of horse racing;
2. Sharing a photo of what you are doing instead and using the hashtags below;
3. Chatting to us;
4. Donating the money that you could have been spending on the race, to Animal Liberation's campaign against horse racing, or horse rescue groups!
*Graphics will be posted in the event here closer to the date.
When sharing photos, please include the hashtags: #RaceThatShamesANation #HorseRacingKills #MelbourneCup #MelbourneCup2021 #SpringRacing #RacingCarnival #HereForTheHorses #NupToTheCup
When: Tuesday 2 November 2021
Where: Anywhere
Time: 7am onwards
VIRTUAL: Nup to the Cup Online Rally!
Join Greens MP Mehreen Faruqi for an online rally!
Year after year we see the needless painful deaths of horses exploited for entertainment and gambling profit at the Melbourne Cup.
But in 2021, it’s clear that the public’s tolerance of this carnival of cruelty is wearing thin. A recent independent opinion poll found that a clear majority of Australians (55%) agree that racing animals like horses for gambling and entertainment is cruel.
Say 'nup' to the Cup this year by joining Senator Mehreen Faruqi, animal welfare supporters and advocates for an online rally while the race is run.
Together we will speak out against the toxic gambling-fuelled horse racing industry and show the people that commercial racing and carnivals of cruelty like the Melbourne Cup must end.
Register here.
— Speakers —
• Senator Mehreen Faruqi, Australian Greens Animal Welfare Spokesperson
• Kristin Leigh, Coalition for the Protection of Racehorses
• Georgie Dolphin, Humane Society International
• Tammy Franks, Greens SA MLC
When: Tuesday 2 November, 2021
Where: Your computer
Time: 2:45pm
NERANG: Nup to the Cup Drag Queen Style
Fancy a day out with your Divas? Then come join us for a fabulous time on Melbourne Cup day, by saying Nup To The Cup with our Gorgeous Drag Queens.
The day includes three hours of Drag Shows, Games, a variety of Canapés and Charity Raffles with all proceeds donated to the Coalition For The Protection Of Racehorses. Our event also caters to our younger drag lovers ages 15+
Our All Star Drag Queens for the Day are Kora Kurvacious, Karmin Dioxide, Wilameana Baybay and Terry Daktyl.
Tickets and more details available here.
When: Tuesday 2 November 2021
Where: Hinterland Hotel - 53 Station Street, Nerang, QLD 4211
Time: 12:30pm - 4pm
BRISBANE: Nup to the Cup Protest at Eagle Farm Racecourse
Please join Animal Liberation QLD and CPR as we stand up for horses outside the Eagle Farm racecourse. Because the party really isn't worth it. All welcome. Signs will be provided.
Facebook event here.
When: Tuesday 2 November 2021
Where: Eagle Farm Racecourse - 230 Lancaster Road, Ascot QLD
Time: 10:30pm - 1pm
BRISBANE: Nup to the Cup at KINGS
Brisbane/ Meanjin leading lady Gaga impersonator and trans icon Enigma Popstar presents “Nup To The Cup”
This charity event will take place at the LGBTQI+ friendly Kings, Fortitude Valley.
An amazing lineup featuring
Madeline Glasseater, Barbie Banks, Thalia Novella, Medusa Maneater, and Enigma Popstar, hosted by the incredible Beverly Kills
100% of the ticket proceeds go straight to the Coalition For The Protection of Racehorses. Plant-based food and drink options for purchase are available.
Tickets: $20 + BF available here.
When: Thursday 4 November 2021
Where: Kings - 22 McLachlan St, Fortitude Valley, Queensland
Time: 6pm - 12am
SYDNEY: Nup to the Cup Protest at Royal Randwick
Join us as the Coalition for the Protection of Racehorses, Animal Justice Party NSW, Animal Liberation and Sydney Animal Save join forces outside Randwick Racecourse to say Nup to the Cup!
The cruelty of Melbourne Cup Day is of course not limited to Melbourne. Horses are Randwick will be beaten with a whip, have their tongues tied and be forced to run well beyond their limits. Many will be injured and some possibly killed, in the name of gambling profits and entertainment.
When: Tuesday 2 November 2021
Where: Royal Randwick racecourse - Alison Road, main entrance
Time: 10:30am - 1pm
PERTH: Cup Day Protest at Ascot
This Melbourne Cup Day friends of the Coalition for the Protection of Racehorses (CPR) and the Animal Justice Party Western Australia (AJP WA) will join forces outside the Ascot Racetrack to say Nup to the Cup!
Join us outside the Ascot racetrack on the biggest day of the horse racing calendar to ensure attendees know that there is nothing glamourous about animal abuse and horses should not be dying for gambling profits and entertainment.
More details here.
When: Tuesday 2 November 2021
Where: Ascot Racetrack 71 Grandstand Road, Ascot WA – opposite the main entrance
Time: 9am - 12pm
PERTH: Nup to the Cup at Greener Pastures Sanctuary
Instead, enjoy a tour of Greener Pastures Sanctuary meeting our rescued race horses and hearing their stories. After the tour, we will gather for a BYO vegan picnic. Cold drinks will be provided.
Out of respect for our rescued residents, please only bring vegan food.
This event is for ages 12+. Please book carefully as we do not offer refunds.
More details here.
When: Tuesday 2 November 2021
Where: Greener Pastures Sanctuary
33 Wealand Road, Waroona WA 6215
Time: 10am - 1pm
PERTH: Free the Hounds says Nup to the Cup
We stand in solidarity with our fellow animal advocacy groups who are calling for the end to horse racing.
Please join us for a ‘Nup to the Cup’ lunch.
Tickets are $55 per person which includes a set two-course vegan meal (choice between two mains). BYO drinks are welcome. All profits from the luncheon will go directly to Free the Hounds. Bookings here.
Gather your friends and help us say Nup to ALL animal Cups.
When: Tuesday 2 November, 2021
Where: Little Beans Gourmet, 154 Canna Drive Canningvale
Time: 12 - 2pm
ANYWHERE: Canine Cup Offers a Cruelty Free Cup For Screening At Your Venue or Workplace
Select from any of our five prerecorded races to screen at your own venue or work place on Melbourne Cup Day and download the applicable sweeps template.
We encourage you to raise funds for our charity partner Freedom Hill Sanctuary who are dedicated to rescuing ex-racehorses and farm animals.
Races to download and more information here.
Thank you for saying #NuptotheCup with us!
When: Tuesday 2 November, 2021
Where: Your workplace or party venue
Time: anytime that suits. 3pm when the Melboure Cup screens would be ideal
Previous protests and Nup to the Cup! events...
AUCKLAND: Protest the Auckland FuCup - March 2021
Auckland Cup Day is what we call FuCup Day
We will be at Ellerslie Racecourse to stand up against the mistreatment of horses and be dressed up to prove that fashion and entertainment don’t need to cause harm to animals.
Please join us to raise awareness and to protect the beautiful, innocent and majestic animals.
***Please be sun safe, bring a bottle of water, also please do NOT wear clothing with any texts or messages - this is to make our protest more effective.
When: Saturday 13 March 2021
Where: Ellerslie Racecourse - meet at 80 Ascot Ave, Remuera, Auckland (corner of Ascot Ave and Greenlane East)
Time: 11am - 1pm
ADELAIDE: Protest the Oakbank Jumps Races - April 2021
After 12 years of campaigning and demonstrating against the Easter Oakbank Jumps Carnival, the Oakbank Carnival is no more. Still, Racing South Australia refuses to give up the ghost and cancel the jumps races altogether, with the Easter Saturday event set to force horses over obstacles at high speeds, risking them injury and death for the sickening entertainment of a small few.
JOIN US outside Oakbank Racecourse to protest this shocking display of cruelty and help ensure those numbers keep dwindling as South Australians boycott of jumps races continues to grow.
When: Easter Saturday (April 3)
Where: Oakbank Racecourse - Shillabeer Road entrance
Time: 10:30am - 3pm (come for the whole time or just part of the day to support!)
ADELAIDE: Protest at the Adelaide Cup - March 2021
Join CPR and Animal Liberation SA as we join forces to say Nup to the Adelaide Cup.
In the name of gambling profits and entertainment, horses will be whipped, have tongue ties and harsh controlling metal in their mouths and be forced well beyond their physical limits. Most will bleed in the lungs and some may even be killed, either on the track or later behind the scenes.
Wear: dress smart casual at a minimum
Bring: water, sunscreen/umbrella if desired
Posters will be provided
When: Monday 8 March
Where: Morphetville Racecourse, 79 Morphett Road, Morphettville SA
Time: 11:30am - 2:30pm
ADELAIDE: Canine Cup! March 2021
Join the celebrations for the 'race that makes the nation paws!'
This cruelty free race day is filled with all the fashion, fun, food and photo ops of a race day, but none of the cruelty.
All eateries for you to choose from are plant based and there are incredible prizes up for grabs!
Watch five races of pups running for fun (and by choice) on the big screens, enter sweeps with winnings up to $100 and help raise funds for Freedom Hill Sanctuary, who rescue and rehabilitate ex race horses.
This event has sold out every year, be sure to secure your tickets -
Tickets and more details here.
When: Monday 8 March
Where: Plant 4 Bowden - 1 Third Street , Bowden, SA 5007
Time: 12pm
TASMANIA: Protest at the Launceston Cup - February 2021
Join DxE Tasmania at the Mowbray Racecourse to say Nup to the Launceston Cup, and to protest the inherent violence and exploitation in the racing industry.
The industry claims that race horses are treated like royalty, yet they are confined, raced in the heat, raced while still growing to the detriment of their health, and then thrown away once their short career (averaging 3 years) ends.
Every year, thousands of horses are discarded by the horse racing industry, often ending up at knackeries and slaughterhouses.
Please join us to stand up for the horses that are being exploited, for a party that isn't worth it. You bet, they die.
When: Wednesday 24 February
Where: Jellico Street, Mowbray
Time: 11am - 2pm
TASMANIA: Protest at the Hobart Cup - February 2021
Join Animal Liberation Tasmania to stand up for the horses that are being exploited, for a party that isn't worth it. You bet, they die.
When: Sunday 7 February
Where: Elwick Racecourse
Time: 11am - 2pm
TASMANIA: Nup to the Hobart Cup - February 2021
Dust off your favourite hat and join us for a celebration of NOT celebrating the Hobart Cup.
Enjoy a day of fashion, cruelty free food, music and fun with lucky door prize, best hat parade, raffle tickets and more In private gardens.
Ticket price includes welcome glass of bubbles or Rhubarb Sparkling, delicious finger food and canapés from Harissa, entry in the Hat Parade and a ticket in the lucky door prize.
Event is BYO alcohol and drinks, inform us of any dietary requirements and we will try to accommodate.
When: Sunday 7 February
Where: 7 Jessica Court, Howden Tasmania
Time: 12 - 4pm
TARANAKI NZ: Nup to the Taranaki Cup - February 2021
Join CPR and Taranaki Animal Save outside the New Plymouth Raceway, while we protest the cruel and outdated practice of horse racing and say Nup to the Taranaki Cup!
When: Saturday 6 February
Where: New Plymouth Raceway, Rogan Street
Time: 11am - 1pm
WELLINGTON NZ: Nup to the Wellington Cup - January 2021
Bring: refreshments, umbrella/sunscreen if required
When: Saturday 30 January
Where: 414 Fergusson Drive, Heretaunga, Upper Hutt 5018, New Zealand.
Time: 11am - 1pm
Nup to the Cup! events 2020...
AUS WIDE: CANCELLED!
Farshuns On The Field
NUP TO THE CUP! OFFICIAL MELBOURNE CUP PROTEST!
Bringing together two of Melbourne's favourite past times - fashion and sport, we deliver to you a free alternative to the old ‘Race that stops a nation’, to say ‘NUP TO THE CUP!’
Join us from the comfort of your own personal protest party for an online version of FARSHANS ON THE FIELD!
We will livestream direct to your devices from 2-4pm on Cup Day. Coinciding with the actual (disg)race. Livestream will happen via Facebook and Twitch. Details to come.
- live cross to the Coalition for the Protection of Racehorses
- interactive fashun races
- "sports"
- fun and frivolity
- absolutely no senseless torture of animals
Details of fashun racing to come. Stay tuned. Stand by.
When: Tuesday 3 November
Where: Online via Facebook and Twitch
Time: 2-4pm
AUS WIDE: Virtual 'Nup to the Cup' Action for Horses
**Make sure you use the hashtag #NupToTheCup along with any optional extras…
When: Tuesday 3 November
Where: Online via your social media platforms
Time: 9am
AUS WIDE: Hijack Myer Fashions On The Front Lawn
The Spring Carnival and Myer want people to believe animal cruelty is stylish, fun and glamorous. We need to hijack 'Myer Fashions on your Front Lawn' to help ensure people understand that it is far from it.
Step 4 - Winners will be announced live on network 10 on Saturday 7 November. No you won't win this celebration of cruelty. But you will add another win for the horses, by people seeing your photo of truth.
You can do this anytime between Saturday 31 October - Thursday 5 November and make as many image posts as you like.
For more information on Myer Fashions on your Front Lawn and the various categories visit https://www.cupweek2020.com.au/fashion/just-for-fun/
Good luck!
When: at your convenience from Saturday 31 October - Thursday 5 November
Where: Instagram
AUS WIDE: The Canine Cup
The Canine Cup is releasing a special online Melbourne Cup race. The event will raise funds for Freedom Hill Sanctuary, who rescue and rehabilitate ex race horses, ex racing greyhounds and farm animals.
The 'race' is simply dogs running from one owner to the other in a group game of recall. If some don't want to run, that just means more belly scratches for them at the start, no whips or.. well you know what happens to horses if they don't run.. none of that!
The 'Race' will go live via a zoom link provided to anyone who registers to screen the race at their business or in their own homes. We provide everyone with the sweeps template and encourage people to run the sweeps and support our charity of choice, however any animal rescue is acceptable.
To register for the zoom link and sweep template, please email [email protected] The race will also be screened on the Canine Cup facebook page here.
When: Tuesday 3 November
Where: Online via Zoom and on screen at participating venues (list coming soon)
Time: TBC
DROMANA: Wombat Cafe & Store
Our friends at Wombat Cafe & Store will be saying Nup to the Cup by donating their Cup Day 10% surcharge to us at the Coalition for the Protection of Racehorses.
Follow Wombat Cafe & Store here.
When: Tuesday 3 November
Where: Wombat Cafe & Store - 230 Boundary Road, Dromana Vic
Time: 8am - 4pm
BRISBANE: Protest the Melbourne Cup
Our friends at Animal Liberation QLD will be protesting outside Doomben Racecourse. We hope all our supporters in the area will join them to take a stand for the horses. Because the party really isn't worth it.
When: Tuesday 3 November
Where: Doomben Racecourse, Brisbane QLD (main entrance)
Time: 11am - 1:30pm
BURLEIGH HEADS: NUP by the Creek
Join Pure Aloha for their annual Nup to the Cup Spring Event. Instead of horse racing you will be able to punt on some two leggers for a quick sprint across Tall Creek & back. See if ol' Hughey can keep his title running for 2020.
~Mingle ~Fashion on the Creek ~Races. Get Dressed up. Bring some bubbles & nibbles. BYO paddle board & have a ball !!
For more details and to register, click here.
When: Tuesday 3 November
Where: Kevin Gates Park, Awoonga Ave, Burleigh Heads QLD
Time: 12 - 4pm
SUNSHINE COAST: NUP to the Cup
Join Elixiba, Ocean Street Precinct and Naked Treaties as they say Nup to the Cup!
Put on your swankiest outfit and indulge in a three-course meal, created by Naked Treaties.
Lunch and raffle tickets here.
When: Tuesday 3 November
Where: Elixiba - Shop 3, 11-13 Ocean Street, Maroochydore QLD
Time: 12pm and 2pm seatings
PERTH: Cup Day Protest at Ascot Racecourse
Join friends of CPR in Perth as they protest against the abuse of horses at Ascot Racecourse and say 'Nup to the Cup'.
The Melbourne Cup at Flemington has killed six horses in the past seven years. This is not something to celebrate. And they are not alone. Races at Ascot Racecourse, WA have also killed many horses over the years and the suffering of horses before, during and after racing is Australia wide.
Follow the event on Facebook here.
When: Tuesday 3 November
Where: 71 Grandstand Rd, Ascot WA
Time: 9am - 12pm
SYDNEY: Nup to the Cup Week
Enjoy yum cha lunch or a la carte dinner with these special Nup The Cup additions, each named after horses currently in rehab at Horse Rescue Australia's sanctuary in Richmond, and with a portion of sales donated to support the charity.
When: Monday 2nd - Sunday 8th November
Where: Bodhi - 2/4 College Street, Sydney
SPRINGWOOD: Nup to the Cup Lunch
Join Action for Animals at vegan cafe, 121 Springwood.
Vegan food will be available to purchase through the day.
Our fundraising is a modest part of the event. We'll have a donations jar but no other charge applies. Food available is for purchase through the cafe.
When: Tuesday 3 November
Where: 121 Macquarie Road Springwood, NSW
ADELAIDE: The Greens Nup to the Cup Luncheon
Join The Greens SA Animal Wefare Action Group and Tammy Franks MLC for an afternoon of frivolity, fascinators and vegan food at Nup to the Cup!
Bring some coins to help us fundraise for animal rescue in SA.
Catered at Cafe Outside the Square with drinks available for purchase on the day.
Purchase a ticket here and keep up to date via the Facebook event here.
When: Tuesday 3 November
Where: Cafe Outside The Square - 34 Whitmore Square, Adelaide
Time: 12:30 - 3:30pm
Cost: $25
ADELAIDE: Luncheon at Great Nature
Join like-minded people at this very relaxed and informal luncheon. No set menu - simply choose your own dish and pay individually for whatever you order. Numbers are limited to 20 so RSVP is essential. Donations are very welcome and will go to Delilah's Retreat Animal Rescue.
When: Tuesday 3 November
Where: Great Nature, 3/48 Beach Road, Christies Beach
Time: 12:30pm
RSVP essential to 0417866323
CANBERRA: Compassionate Stake
Last year Little Oak Sanctuary brought you the first ever Compassionate Stakes, a cruelty free alternative for people who want to have fun but aren't into animal cruelty! This year, the event is going virtual!
Join us on Tuesday 3rd November as our volunteers race it out over obstacle courses, dressed in giant t-rex suits.
We'll also be bringing you live stream footage of our horses, survivors from the racing industry, just being themselves and living their best life in sanctuary.
Sounds great right? All proceeds from the event will go towards Little Oak Sanctuary's Fire Protection appeal, helping us get ready for the impending fire season.
Stay tuned via the facebook event here and the Little Oak Sanctuary website here as we'll be releasing more details closer to the event!
When: Tuesday 3 November
Where: Online
Time: 2 - 4pm
CANBERRA: Protest at Thoroughbred Park
Join us at the front gates of Thorough Bred park as we protest the exploitation of horses by the racing industry.
116 horses have been killed on Australian racetracks within the past year.
These individuals, as well as all other horses currently exploited by the industry, are the reason we protest. Melbourne Cup and local races are responsible for these animals’ deaths.
We will be by the front gates with signs as everyone arrives for the races, until the local races begin at 12:30pm.
Some signs will be available but feel free to make your own! CPR posters available here.
More details including parking and transport here.
When: Tuesday 3 November
Where: Thoroughbred Park, Randwick Road, Canberra
Time: 11am - 12:30pm
DARWIN: Nup the Cup Day
Join Ebb & Flow for a night of fun, live music & food
Signature cocktails and plantbased food by Ebb & Flow Darwin
Live music by Crystal Robin's
Prizes for best dressed
Raffle
Proceeds going to Horse Rescue Australia.
Free entry, $15 cocktails, $5 prosecco
Follow the event on Facebook here
When: Tuesday 3 November
Where: Ebb & Flow - 1/52 Marine Blvd, Larrakeyah, NT
Time: 5 - 9pm
HOBART: Cup Eve Banner Drop
Join Animal Liberation Tasmania for a Nup to the Cup banner drop on the Rose Bay overpass. Banner to read: Horse Racing Kills #nuptothecup
We will gather in the dirt carpark behind the Clarence Swim Centre at 4:30pm, then move onto the overpass and drop the banner. Please arrive on time.
Mask mandatory for public health. Guests welcome.
Let's show strong solidarity for the horses who are exploited by the racing industry, a day before the Melbourne Cup will run.
When: Monday 2 November
Where: Rose Bay Overpass - 4 Loinah Cres, Montagu Bay TAS
Time: 4:30 - 6:30pm
AUCKLAND: Melbourne FuCup Protest
CPR Auckland will visit various venues in the Auckland CBD that are hosting the screening of the race. They will carry placards and hand out informative leaflets showing shocking facts of the racing industry.
Briefing starts at 3pm at the downtown ferry terminal. They will then visit the venues around the CBD.
BYO refreshments and sunscreen.
Please dress smart casual at a minimum
When: Tuesday 3 November
Where: Auckland Ferry Terminal before visiting various Viaduct & Waterfront locations
Time: 3 - 6pm
Nup to the Cup! events 2019....
MELBOURNE: Fashuns on the Field
Bringing together two of Melbourne's favourite past times - fashion and sport, we deliver to you a free alternative to the old ‘Race that stops a nation’, to say ‘NUP TO THE CUP!’
Come protest the Cup! And show regular racegoers what cruelty free fun looks like.
Come witness the fabulously fashionable competitors as they battle out for the grand prize or enter and compete for the grandest of prizes yourself!
Dress up (but don’t feel obliged to)! Family friendly! Cruelty free! BYO Picnic rug or chairs! No fur! No leather jackets! No feathers! No meat lunches! No cruelty!
More information inc how to enter a human race here.
When: Tuesday 5 November
Where: Newmarket Reserve, Kensington
Time: 10am - 6pm
MELBOURNE: SUNDR / Trespasser (tas) / The World At A Glance / Pala - Fundraiser show
A night of heavy music for a good cause. Melbourne's SUNDR, The World At A Glance and Pala, joined by Tasmanian masters of dark hardcore; Trespasser.
This is an all inclusive event, we welcome you to experience a night of aggressive and passionate music, giving a voice to a truly important cause.
$10 Entry with all proceeds going to The Coalition for the Protection of Racehorses. Full vegan menu available.
Tickets and more information here.
When: Monday November 4 (Melbourne Cup Eve)
Where: The Last Chance Rock & Roll Bar
Time: Doors 7:30pm
MELBOURNE: Red Sparrow Pizza & The Incubator join forces to say Nup To The Cup
What better way to raise money for horses than by eating delicious pizza and drinking delicious beer with friends?
This Melbourne Cup Day all profits from Red Sparrow Pizza's served next door at The Incubator from 12-5pm, then in-house at Red Sparrow from 5-10pm will be donated to our vital work for horses used by the racing industry.
Keep an eye on the Red Sparrow FB event for more details about the day as they come.
Bookings for dinner at Red Sparrow can be made via their website here.
When: Tuesday 5 November
Where: 12pm - 5pm The Incubator, 414 Smith St, Collingwood
5pm - 10pm Red Sparrow Pizza, 406 Smith St, Collingwood
MELBOURNE: Nup to the Cup Yoga & Lunch
Join Melbourne Vegan Tours and say NO to the Melbourne Cup by taking part in an afternoon of yoga, vegan food and cruelty-free chats.
We will begin the afternoon with a 45 minutes ahimsa (non-violence) focused yoga class, run by Jess Ivers before making our way down to Brunswick St for lunch. You will then be guided along the streets of Fitzroy by your hosts Jess and Dan for a hand-picked delicious lunch. Wine or beer is included in your ticket price at one venue.
There'll be other surprises on the day, and each guest will go home with a goodie bag.
All proceeds go to the Coalition for the Protection of Racehorses.
Tickets available here. Keep an eye on the event page here.
When: Tuesday 5 November
Where: Edinburgh Gardens, Alfred Crescent North Fitzroy - then to Brunswick Street.
Time: 12 - 3pm
MELBOURNE: Nup to the Cup at Lentil As Anything
Vegan Not For Profit, Pay As You Feel Restaurant, Lentil As Anything Thornbury will be raising funds for The Coalition for the Protection of Racehorses at their ‘Dress to Thrill’ Nup to the Cup lunch.
Donate and dress to thrill and you will receive a complimentary coffee, tea or kombucha.
Booking can be made here.
When: Tuesday 5 November
Where: Lentil As Anything - 562 High Street, Thornbury
Time: all day
MELBOURNE: Boycott the Races: Tattoo Flash Day
Say Nup to the Cup by showing your respect for animals on your skin!
Head into La Belle Tattoo Studio this Cup Day for some anti animal cruelty flash art tattoo's.
All proceeds go to the Coalition for the Protection of Racehorses and the Animal Justice Party.
No Bookings required. Walk-ins only.
Please direct your queries here.
When: Tuesday 5 November
Where: La Belle Tattoo Studio - 15 Camms Road, Cranbourne
Time: Open 10am - 6pm
MELBOURNE: Queen's Cup Boardgame Comp
Do you excel at UNO? or Exploding Kittens? or Jenga? or Cranium? Or are you just very very competitive? Well, get your best team of 4 together and compete to win the inaugural Queen's Cup.
Assign your best players to their best games and see if you can win the most points to win a bar tab and the Queens Cup (and most importantly - bragging rights)!
*If you don't have a team, we will put you in a team.
Tickets $35 for a team of 4 or $10 single rides (we will put you in a team)
More information and ticket sales here.
When: Tuesday 5 November
Where: Queen of Spades - 189 Smith Street Fitzroy
Time: 1pm
DROMANA: Nup to the Cup at Wombat Cafe & Store
The beautiful people at Wombat Cafe & Store will be very generously donating their 10% public holiday surcharge to our work at CPR. Please head in for their delicious food and support this kind business, local to the Peninsula.
When: Tuesday 5 November
Where: Wombat Cafe & Store - 230 Boundary Road, Dromana, Victoria
Time: 8am - 4pm
GLENROWAN: Nup To The Cup Picnic at Free Spirits Farm Sanctuary
We invite animal lovers of North East Victoria to our second annual Nup to the Cup picnic! If you are against the cruelty in the horse racing industry but still like to PARTAY on public holidays then this is the event for you!
We have all the fun of the Cup, minus the cruelty. Dress up in your finest vegan fashion, bring along a plate of vegan food and relax in the sunshine with the rescued farm animals. Human races will be organised for your entertainment and they are absolutely hilarious.
Money will be raised for the Coalition for the Protection of Racehorses.
RSVP and more information here.
When: Tuesday 5 November
Where: Free Spirits Farm Sanctuary
Time: 11am
SYDNEY: Nup to the Cup at Yellow
Make the first Tuesday of November a party FOR the animals! Say 'Nup to The Cup'.
If you love the glamour and vibrancy associated with the races but have concerns about the welfare of the horses involved then please join us at Yellow, Potts Point for a fun and compassionate luncheon on Tuesday 05 November 2019. Delicious food, delectable drinks, fundraising raffles and door prizes. Limited seats available.
Tickets and more information here.
When: Tuesday 5 November
Where: Yellow, Potts Point
Time: 12:30pm
SYDNEY: Nup to the Cup Lunch
We love horses not races. To support them rather than exploit them, we want to get together on Melbourne Cup Day and make something good out of an otherwise sad day. Join us for delicious cruelty-free food at the Duke of Enmore only minutes from Newtown station.
Instead of a sweep we will have a raffle, instead of hats we will wear flower crowns (optional -bring your own or purchase one on the day), instead of watching 'the race' we will have plenty of other surprises and we will also have two amazing live singers on the day. It's a great opportunity to bring colleagues or friends and raise awareness while enjoying great company and supporting a good cause.
$65 per person. 25% of your ticket go to the wonderful Whisker Woods Sanctuary where ex-racing horses can live freely and happily for the rest of their lives.
Tickets and more information here.
When: Tuesday 5 November
Where: The Duke of Enmore - 148 Enmore Rd, Enmore NSW
Time: 12 - 3pm
SYDNEY: F**k The Cup at the Newtown Hotel
We aren't about horse racing... so instead we are becoming an island from all the other venues around us. We won't be televising the Melbourne Cup or hosting some fancy lunch for suits to bet on some horse because it's name is cute!
Instead we will be having LIVE + LOCAL sets from our Newtown musicians + putting on a KARMA KEG from our good friends at Yulli's Brews!
All the proceeds from this Karma Keg are going to Horse Rescue Australia to rehabilitate ex-racing horses!
When: Tuesday 5 November
Where: 174 King Street, Newtown NSW
Time: 11am til late
SYDNEY: Nup to the Cup Lunch at Bodhi
Looking for a fun alternative to Melbourne Cup? Join us for our annual Nup the Cup Lunch at Bodhi to raise funds for Horse Rescue Australia.
Featuring our signature vegan yum cha, pop-up stalls and guest speakers.
Raffle and Prizes for 'Best Dressed'
$15 from every ticket sold will be donated to Horse Rescue Australia - who takes on horses who have suffered abuse, neglect or abandonment for care, treatment- rehabilitation and re-homing.
Bookings and more information here.
When: Tuesday 5 November
Where: 2/4 College Street Sydney, NSW
Time: 12pm - 4pm
Cost: $70pp includes a complimentary glass of Harvest 'Blanc de Blanc'
SYDNEY: Nup to the Cup at the Theatre
In solidarity with Nup to the Cup!, Griffin Theatre Company is offering a number of discounted tickets to the Tuesday 5 November performance of its latest play, 'First Love is the Revolution'! It's a quirky romantic comedy between a young fox and an awkward human boy, written by Australian playwright Rita Kalnejais and directed by Griffin's Artistic Director, Lee Lewis.
Get in quick at 12pm on Tuesday 5 November to access $20 tickets for that evening's performance. You can book online at griffintheatre.com.au, or over the phone on (02) 9361 3817.
When: Tuesday 5 November
Where: 10 Nimrod Street Kings Cross NSW
Time: 7pm
Cost: $20pp (usually $52)
SYDNEY: Nup to the Cup at Sappho Cafe!
Say Nup to the Cup at the Sappho Cafe!
The Sappho Cafe will donate $1 for every cup of coffee sold on the 5th of November and encourage customers to match or better the donation.
All monies will go to our work at CPR.
Thank you Sappho Books
When: Tuesday 5 November
Where: Sappho Books, 51 Glebe Point Rd Glebe
Time: All day
SYDNEY: Nup to the Cup at Royale Specialty
Say Nup to the Cup at the Royale Specialty!
This Surry Hills Sydney Cafe will be donating $1 from every non-dairy coffee sold on Monday 4 November. They will also encourage customers to match/make a donation in store on the day as well.
All monies will go to our work at CPR.
Thank you Royale Specialty
When: Cup Eve - Monday 4 November
Where: 536 Crown Street, Surrey Hills
Time: All day
BYRON BAY: Vegan Banquet in Byron Bay
The Animal Justice Party invites you to say "Nup to the Cup" this year!
Say YES to kindness and NO to cruelty. Take a stand against horse racing. Support horses and enjoy a vegan banquet at Elixba, Byron Bay.
When: Tuesday 5 November
Where: Elixiba - 23 Jonson Street Byron Bay
Time: 12:30pm - 2:30pm
Cost: $30 pp - $25 for the banquet, plus a $5 donation to The Coalition For The Protection Of Racehorses
NEWCASTLE: No TV, No Radio, No Horses
Enjoy Cup Day as a classy individual should, with good mates and a drink in hand. Punt on a discount with some Rock Paper Scissors with the bartenders.
Featuring $12 shares, $25 bucket of coronas and $30 bottles of Prosecco. A dollar from every drink sold will be donated to Horse Rescue Australia.
When: Tuesday 5 November
Where: The Beaumont Hamilton, 70 Beaumont St, Newcastle NSW
Time: 11am - 5pm
ADELAIDE: Fark Cup
Help support Animals Australia who will be there with an amazing vegan menu.
Vegan booze from Ekhidna Wines too :-
Inspired by the recent T Rex races, the Fun Alternative Racing Karnival will be a whole lot of horse-free fun! Four fun fancy dress foot races with Race Caller, DJ, Fashion, Photobooth and prizes.
Tickets and more information here. Come as a spectator or to participate.
When: Tuesday 5 November
Where: Prospect Oval, Adelaide
Time: 11am - 3pm
ADELAIDE: Heels & Bow Ties Nup to the Cup
We love horses -not races!
Please join Animal Activists South Australia for a Gourment BBQ at Joy of Flora Cafe and help raise funds for Fairview Lodge.
Your ticket includes a gourment BBQ and salad, cheez platter, slice of raw cake for dessert and a complementary glass of bubbles.
Tickets $40 each - Bookings can be made via Joy of Flora Cafe on 0411 294 330.
More information here.
When: Tuesday 5 November
Where: Joy of Flora Cafe - 10 Rosetta Street, West Croyden SA
Time: 12:30pm
ADELAIDE: Canine Cup
With the popularity of our alternative to the Adelaide Cup Day horse races - The Canine Cup, Guardian Angel Animal Rescue will be screening an exclusive race on their Facebook Page just before the Melbourne Cup horse race runs.
We encourage any #Nup to the Cup event to screen their races instead, make an afternoon tea/luncheon out of it and raise funds for an animal shelter close to your heart. The 'races' are simply dogs running from one owner to the other (if they want) 🙂 It is the cutest thing you'll see and completely cruelty free!
Tickets and more information here.
When: Tuesday 5 November
Where: Your computer/projector
Time: 3pm live (Adelaide time)
BRISBANE: And Remember, Fuck the Cup Responsibly at Birrunga Gallery
Hosted by Birrunga Gallery & Dining
5 Vegan Canapes + Glass of Bubbles $55.00 per person.
Cash bar thereafter.
Before, during and just after the cup runs entertainment:
Presentation by Birrunga Wiradyuri of his 2014 Archibald Prize entry of Archie Roach, from blank canvas to finished work.
Lucky door prize of 1 x fine art print valued at over $200.00.
10% goes to The Coalition For The Protection Of Racehorses
Tickets and more information here.
When: Tuesday 5 November
Where: The Henderson Gallery - The Basement, 300 Adelaide Street, Brisbane QLD
Time: 12pm - 3pm
BRISBANE: Melbourne Nup Raffle
Melbourne Nup Raffle to be drawn in Brisbane on 5 November at the Botanic Gardens at 2pm. All welcome. Please bring a plate.
Tickets cost $5 (to be purchased in advance) and all proceeds go towards Horse Rescue Australia VIC to assist in the rehabilitation of retired racehorses.
There are $2,000 in vouchers to win!
More info on ticket purchases and prizes here.
When: Now - drawn on Tuesday 5 November
Where: Online - drawn in the Brisbane Botanic Gardens
Time: 2pm
BRISBANE: Heaps Good Sundays
Nup To The Cup Edition!
Join us for an arvo of kindness over cruelty.
LIVE MUSIC (ft Tristan from local band Waxflower)
VEGAN SAUSAGE SIZZLE
ICE COLD BEERS & TASTY COCKTAILS
FREE ENTRY
DOG FRIENDLY
When: Sunday 10 November
Where: The Brightside - 27 Warner Street Brisbane
Time: 2pm
CANBERRA: Compassionate Stakes
The Compassionate Stakes features compassionate Canberrans, racing in giant inflatable T-Rex costumes to make cruelty ancient history!
Fashionistas can participate in Fashion Off The Fields competition, "If Looks Could Not Kill."
Information about horses and animal racing will be available, a vegan sausage sizzle, plant-based sausage rolls from Herbisaurus, baked goods from Tivkah's Bakery will be available, prizes and entertainment abound.
Tickets $10
Race info, tickets and more here.
When: Tuesday 5 November
Where: City Walk - Canberra - find us near the Merry-Go-Round
Time: 12pm - 4pm
Nup to the Cup! events 2018....
MELBOURNE: Farshans On The Field | Nup to the Cup Picnic
Bringing together two of Melbourne's favourite past times - fashion and sport, we deliver to you a free alternative to the old ‘Race that stops a nation’, to say ‘NUP THE CUP!
Dress up (but don’t feel obliged to)! Come to what has become known as the most fun day on the animal activist calendar and enjoy the cruelty free food, drinks and free entertainment! Bands, DJs and of course FASHION RACING! More info at horseracingkills.com/farshans/ RSVP here.
When: Tuesday 6 November
Where: Newmarket Reserve Flemington
Time: 10am - 5pm
MELBOURNE: Nup to the Cup at Red Sparrow Pizza
What better way to raise money for horses than by eating pizza with friends? This Melbourne Cup Day Red Sparrow Pizza will be hosting their second annual Nup to the Cup event to raise money for our vital work for horses used by the racing industry. For bookings click here.
When: Tuesday 6 November
Where: Red Sparrow Pizza, 406 Smith Street Collingwood
Time: 5-10pm
MELBOURNE: Nup to the Cup Walking tour
Melbourne Vegan Walking Tours will be hosting a special walking tour as a peaceful protest to say Nup to the Cup. Venues still to be determined. Stay tuned for more information. Spots limited to 10 people.
A percentage of profits will go to our important work for horses used by the racing industry. Purchase your tickets here.
When: Tuesday 6 November
Where: Smith Street, Collingwood
Time: 2-5pm
MELBOURNE: Melbourne Musicians Against Melbourne Cup
Identical Records take over The Tote for their annual fundraiser showcasing some of Melbourne's finest musicians against the Melbourne Cup to raise money for The Winged Horse Equine Welfare Inc.
For the full line-up and other details click here.
When: Tuesday 6 November
Where: The Tote, 71 Johnston Street, Collingwood
Time: 2:30pm - 11pm
MELBOURNE: Handsome Her says Nup to the Cup
The only cup Handsome Her care about is your cup of coffee (sorry they've been saving that one for while) so if you want to enjoy your day in a place that is 100% cruelty-free, pop down to Handsome Her and hang with them. They have home-made pastries and desserts, delicious meals, a wicked booze list and sunny courtyard to keep everybody happy. They will be hosting their own $2 "sweep" where you can win a HH voucher and all proceeds will be donated to us at CPR. Venue details here.
When: Tuesday 6 November
Where: Handsome Her, 206 Sydney Road Brunswick
Time: 9:30am - 4pm
MELBOURNE: Monday Night Mass presents 'Up Yours Cup
Monday Night Mass asks you to remember that horse racing is a barbaric, brutal example of what passes for sport, with the exploitation of animals at the core of its greedy gambling heart.
So come celebrate another pointless public holiday with a FREE fun-filled event at the Northcote Social Club featuring The Galaxy Folk, Monnone Alone, The Truffle Pigs (Steph & Al from Dick Diver) and Zachary Schneider(Totally Mild/Great Outdoors). Free entry. Details here.
When: Tuesday 6 November
Where: Northcote Social Club, 301 High Street Northcote
Time: 4pm - late
MELBOURNE: F*ck the Cup After Party at The Old Bar
What could be better than celebrating not going to the races and ending your night on a win by singing along with Nothing Really (solo) and jumping around to The Belafontes and a bunch of cool people at The Oldie.
There's plenty to celebrate including The Belafontes brand spanking new single "Gemini" and some other fun surprises TBA. Follow here.
When: Tuesday 6 November
Where: The Old Bar, 74-76 Johnston Street, Fitzroy
Time: 8pm - 11pm
MELBOURNE: Luncheon at Billy & Lucy
Billy & Lucy's is saying "NUP TO THE CUP" and they'd love to have you with them showing support for the horses!
The food at Billy & Lucy's is phenomenal. Enjoy an entree, main & dessert for $35p/p. Good food, good vibes, GREAT CAUSE! Book now at billyandlucy.com or call on 91918350
When: Tuesday 6 November
Where: Billy & Lucy, Nicholson Street, Fitzroy
Time: 12pm - 3pm
MELBOURNE & SURROUNDS: Cafes saying Nup to the Cup
Melbourne's favourite hole in the wall vegan jaffle hub, Union Kiosk will be boycotting horse cruelty by donating $1 from every coffee sold toward our work to end horse cruelty.
The delicious Powerplant Cafe will be donating all takings from the sales of their special horse decorated cookie to us to say Nup to the Cup.
Echuca's The Sweet Meadow will be very generously donating all proceeds from the Nup to the Cup coffee sales to help us help horses used by the racing industry.
When: Tuesday 6 November
Time: all day
SYDNEY: Nup to the Cup lunch at Bodhi
If you love horses not races and want to support them rather than exploit them, join this kind event to make something good out of an otherwise sad day.
Join the lunch at Bodhi Restaurant for delicious cruelty-free food with all proceeds going to three wonderful sanctuaries where ex-racing horses can live freely and happily for the rest of their lives. Purchase your tickets here.
When: Tuesday 6 November
Where: Bodhi Restaurant, 2/4 College Street, Sydney
Time: 12-4pm
SYDNEY: F*ck the Cup at Newtown Hotel
The Newtown Hotel aren't about horse racing... so instead they are becoming an island from all the other venues around them... that won't be televising the Melbourne Cup or
hosting some fancy lunch for suits to bet on some horse because their name is cute!
Instead they will be having LIVE + LOCAL sets from our Newtown musicians + putting on a KARMA KEG from their good friends at Yulli's Brews! All the proceeds fromthis Karma Keg are going to Horse Rescue Australia to rehabilitate ex-racing horses! Book a table via Dimmi and come enjoy some of our Newtown Hotel hospitality! Follow the event here.
When: Tuesday 6 November
Where: Newtown Hotel, 174 King Street, Newtown
Time: 11am - 4pm
SYDNEY: Animal Liberation Outreach
Join Animal Liberation as they outreach in the Sydney CBD to inform members of the public about the cruel realities of horse racing. They will have educational pamphlets,
banners and footage on TV screens.
When: Tuesday 6 November
Where: Martin Place
Time: 9.30am to 11.30am
CANBERRA: Melbourne Cup Protest
Unite with the Anti-Speciesist Action Collective and Vegan ACT to protest the Melbourne Cup Day races from 10:30-12:00
The racing industry has operated for over 150 years in Australia without considering the animals exploited for entertainment. Horses suffer tremendously throughout their time as competitors and when their "career" is up, so is their life. Make it clear that horse racing is a horrendous, cruel sport that needs to end. Follow the event here.
When: Tuesday 6 November
Where: Thoroughbred Park, 1 Randwick Road, Lyneham
Time: 10:30am - 12pm
BRISBANE: ALQ Vegan Drinks, Nup to the Cup edition!
Join Animal Liberation Queensland any time during the evening at Tippler's Tap in Fortitude Valley - guaranteed no cup replays, just good company, craft beers, a range of other drinks (alcoholic and non), and great vegan food options including sheese and chick'n burgers, chilli fries, plant-based hot dogs and $3 vegan tacos.
This is a casual event, so last minute RSVPs and late arrivals are all fine. Come along, dress up or down, solo or with friends, and meet some friendly new people who care about creating a compassionate world. More details here or contact ALQ directly. All welcome, whether already vegan or not, so long as people choose vegan options.
When: Tuesday 6 November
Where: Tippler's Tap, Shop 2, 70 James Street, Fortitude Valley
Time: 6:15 - 9:15pm
BRISBANE: Hats Without Harm High Tea
Come join Katina and the Cat Cuddle Cafe crew for a sumptuous high tea. Dress up, put on your best or silliest hat and have a fun afternoon. You will be supporting horse rescue and rehabilitation. Funds raised during this event go straight to Jamels Equine Rehabilitation Horse Rescue Qld.
Very limited seats only. To secure yours, simply pounce to this link.
When: Tuesday 6 November
Where: Cat Cuddle Cafe, 160 Musgrave Rd,Brisbane
Time: 1pm - 3pm
SUNSHINE COAST: Nup to the Cup - a cruelty free celebration and fundraiser
Hosted by A Kinder Way - PlantBased Products this luncheon will include a delicious Vegan Japanese feast, at the most stunning venue. Welcome to The BIG House in Pomona is a magnificent retreat centre, where you can enjoy lunch with other like-minded people and help to raise funds for our work at CPR. RSVP here.
When: Tuesday 6 November
Where: Welcome to the BIG House, 40-50 Bazzo Road, Pinbarren
Time: 12-2:30pm
SUNSHINE COAST: Nup to the Cup on Ocean Street
As always, Elixiba is saying Nup to the Cup! Enjoy the day with them… without the cruelty
Tickets are just $38, available through Eventbrite. This will include an awesome banquet and your first round of drinks Part of your entry ticket and profits from raffle items sold on the day will be donated to us at the Coalition for the Protection of Racehorses. Tickets available
When: Tuesday 6 November<br>
Where: Elixiba, 11-13 Ocean Street, Maroochydore<br>
Time: 5:30-7pm
AUSTRALIA WIDE: Totes by Plant Based Punx
This year (and every year) Plant Based Punx is saying Fuck The Cup.
For every tote sold leading up to the cup, Plant Based Punx will donate $4 to the Coalition for the Protection of Racehorses to help them continue the fight to end this unnecessary cruelty once and for all. They will also use $1 from each sale towards posters/marketing material to push their message further around Melbourne leading up to cup day. Purchase your new positive change campaign tote here.
When: NOW
Where: here.
AUSTRALIA WIDE: Melbourne Cups by Over The Moo
Delicious vegan ice cream company Over The Moo hope you’ll join them in supporting a different kind of ‘Melbourne Cup’. They’ve made a super cute, limited edition cup simply with the word ‘Melbourne’ on it. All profits from each ‘Melbourne Cup’ go to the Coalition for the Protection of Racehorses. Read more and purchase your Melbourne Cup to fill with delicious kindness not cruelty here.
When: NOW
Where: here.
ADELAIDE: Canine Cup (March 2019)
The Canine Cup is much like a race day luncheon - except better in every way!
Vegan catered and the races you watch are of pre-recorded dogs running (or not if they don't want to) from their human to another, calling them. No whips, drugs, added weight.
4-course luncheon, live music, fashion competition, and unlimited photo booth all inclusive, with all proceeds assisting the efforts of Guardian Angel Animal Rescue. Tickets and further details here.
When: Monday 11 March 2019
Where: Plant 4 Bowden, 1 Third Street, Bowden
Time: 12-4pm
Nup to the Cup! events 2017....
MELBOURNE: Farshans On The Field | Nup to the Cup Picnic
Hosted by us & Tenfingerz, this is our favourite event of the year to wind down after all of our Spring Racing Carnival protests!
There will be cruelty free food, drinks, fashion and ‘races’ (without the horses!). Come and join the fun, it’s just up the road from Flemington Racecourse. RSVP here.
SYDNEY: Nup to the Cup at NSW Parliament
In Mehreen Faruqi's words: "Animals, entertainment and gambling don't mix - and leads to the unnecessary death of thousands of horses."
Join their 'nup to the cup' event to say NO to horse racing and NO to the Melbourne Cup. RSVP here.
SUNSHINE COAST: Nup to the Cup - a cruelty free celebration & fundraiser
If you are against horse racing and normally spend Melbourne Cup Day hiding away - then please join us for this wonderful fundraiser luncheon for The Coalition for the Protection of Racehorses.
This “Nup to the Cup” luncheon will be a very special and significant day for the horses. RSVP here.
BRISBANE: Nup to the Cup High Tea @ Loving Hut
Price is $22 pp and bookings must be made by calling the restaurant on 3219 4118! You can book a table for the lunch session (11-2.30pm) or the dinner (5pm-8.30pm). More details & RSVP here.
HOBART: Nup to the Cup 2017
Enjoy an afternoon of frocking up, awesome Tasmanian beverages & mocktails, afternoon tea catered by Vegelicious, chances to win fabulous prizes & more with a group of amazing women, having fun without exploiting animals. Book tickets here.
SYDNEY: Nup to the Cup
Come along to this joint event by AJP NSW and the Cruelty Free Shop. There will be vegan canapes and wine as they show the rest of Sydney how to celebrate and enjoy ourselves without contributing to the cruelty and suffering of horses.
Hang out with like minded people, mingle, chat and listen to an awesome guest speaker. Book tickets here.
MELBOURNE: Tonnes of fundraisers (for us!)
Red Sparrow: 2 pizzas and a bottle of wine (Shiraz or Sauv Blanc) for $55 with 10% of proceeds donated. Make a reservation here.
Handsome Her: A special $2 raffle running in the cafe all day, with all proceeds donated. Details here.
Smith & Daughters: Special Nup To The Cup cocktail on Melbourne Cup night! Make a reservation here.
Powerplant Cafe: Special Coalition for the Protection of Racehorses cookie - with all proceeds from sales donated!
SYDNEY: Melbourne Cup Outreach & Demonstration
Animal Liberation will be teaming up with Anonymous for the Voiceless this year to take their concerns about horse racing to the public - in a bid to engage with individuals, show them the horrors (on and off the track), and ultimately ask them to reconsider their support of this industry. Details here.
Melbourne: Musicians Against Melbourne Cup
Identical Records presents an incredible line up showcasing some of Melbourne’s finest musicians against the Melbourne Cup and to raise money for the Coalition for the Protection of Racehorses and The Winged Horse Equine Welfare Inc!
There'll be bands, DJs, vegan icecream ... what more could you want?! Grab your tickets here.
Canberra: Escape The Race BBQ
Looking for somewhere in Canberra to escape the Melbourne Cup race?
Enjoy a free vegan BBQ*, hosted by Animal Liberation ACT, as they say 'Nup to the Cup' at Glebe Park in Civic on Tuesday 7 November between 1:30-4pm. More details & RSVP here!
Melbourne: F*ck The Cup - Punk At The Rev
Punks unite to demonstrate that we don't need to abuse, endanger and cause suffering to animals for entertainment or cultural purposes. They need their freedom and our compassion. We need punk rock! Details & RSVP here.
Sunshine Coast: $5 Elixirs at Elixiba
Elixiba will be opening for lunch and offering a pretty sweet deal... $5 Elixirs with all profits on them going to us!
Come have an awesome drink & raise money for some beautiful animals. Details here.
Perth: Melbourne Cup Demonstration
Join the Animal Justice Party for a non-violent, educational presence outside Ascot Racecourse. They will be greeting arriving punters and revellers with images of the dark side of the horse racing industry, and handing out flyers. More details here.
