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The Realm Precinct

Melbourne Cup at Louis

Details: Celebrate Melbourne Cup in style at Louis with an exclusive race-day experience. Enjoy a luxury food and beverage package featuring Champagne on arrival, refined savoury and dessert canapés, and access to our premium bar selection. With all the action from Flemington live on screen, Louis offers the perfect setting to indulge, socialise, and celebrate the race that stops the nation in sophisticated surrounds.
When: Tuesday 04 November, 11:30am – 3:30pm
Where: Louis
Price: $260pp

Melbourne Cup at Ostani

Details:Join us at Ostani for a lively Melbourne Cup celebration! Your ticket includes a 4-hour food and beverage package, sparkling on arrival, and a tasty mix of savoury and sweet canapés. Watch all the racing action live from Flemington on the big screens, enjoy the buzz of our pop-up bars, and toast the day with a great selection of beer and wine.
When: Tuesday 04 November, 11:30am – 3:30pm
Where: Ostani
Price: $205pp

In conversation with Melissa Leong

Details: Join MasterChef Australia and Dessert Masters judge Melissa Leong for an unforgettably honest conversation around her memoir Guts: A Memoir of Food, Failure and Taking Impossible Chances. Expect stories of resilience, food, and the courage to create the life you want, in conversation with Amanda Whitley from HerCanberra. The evening at Louis includes canapés and a drink on arrival, followed by a delicious three-course meal.
When: Friday 24 October, from 6:30pm
Where: Louis
Price: From $140pp

Find The Doma Dino

Details: Go on a prehistoric adventure with Find the Doma Dino!  Each day, a friendly dinosaur is hiding somewhere in the Doma precinct. Once you track it down, bring it back to Hotel Realm reception to claim your prize. A playful challenge the whole family will love!
When: 27th September – 13th October
Where: Realm Precinct
Price: Free

Face Painting & Balloon Making

Details:Delight the little ones with kids’ face painting and balloon making — a fun and colourful experience that will spark their imagination and keep them entertained.
When: 28th & 29th September, 4th & 5th October & 11th & 12th November
Where: Ostani Terrace
Price: Free

Kids Paint and Plant

Details: Kids can enjoy a hands on experience and can get creative with seed pot planting and pot decorating — a fun, hands-on activity for all ages to enjoy.
When: 28th & 29th September, 4th & 5th October & 11th & 12th November
Where: Ostani Terrace
Price: Free

Louis Soirée

Details: Enjoy $10 Le Petit Classic and Espresso Martinis alongside a curated selection of small bites — think frites, mini croque monsieur, oysters, arancini & more.
Where: Louis
When: Tuesday – Saturday, 5:00 – 6:00pm

Four the Love of Spring

Details: Celebrate spring with four cocktails, four bites, and city views every Saturday in September. Over two hours, enjoy four distinctive Four Pillars cocktails, each thoughtfully paired with a seasonal small bite to highlight its character — from bright and citrusy to rich and spiced.
When: Every Saturday in September, 3:30 – 5:30pm
Where: Leyla Bar
Price: $95pp

A Night with Charles

Details: Join us for a guided tasting of three premium Charles Heidsieck champagnes with brand ambassador Amanda. Each pour is paired with curated small bites. Enjoy exclusive bottle pricing available only on the night.
Where: Leyla Bar
When: Thursday 23 October, 6:00 – 8:00pm
Price: $110pp

Christmas at Hotel Realm

Details: Spread the Christmas cheer amongst colleagues at the 5 Star Hotel Realm in either the grand National Ballroom or an intimate gathering in the High Courtyards. Enjoy a menu created by the Hotel Realm Executive Chef, with a selection of Christmas favourites.
When: Available in November & December 2025

Floriade

Location: Canberra’s Commonwealth Park
Details: Get ready to step into a world of wonder as Floriade celebrates its 38th year with the theme Science and Nature, transforming the Park into a dynamic space of discovery and learning, all set amongst one million beautiful blooms.
When: 13 September – 12 October2025, gates open from 9:30am to 5:30pm daily

Leyla Sunset Hour

Location: Leyla Bar
Details: Watch the sun go down over the Capital whilst enjoying mini cocktails $10, house wines & sparkling from $10 and tap beer from $10
When: Every Tues – Fri, 4.30pm – 6.30pm

Ostani Breakfast

Location: Ostani, Hotel Realm
Details: À la carte breakfast
When: Mon – Fri, 6.30am – 10am, Sat – Sun, 7am – 10.30am.

Cake Shop

Where: Ostani
What: Cake Shop
When: Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
Price: From $10

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