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You are invited · Sat 25 July 2026

Darwin Guineas Day

Fannie Bay Racecourse, Darwin, Australia

Tropical dry season glamour. Lightweight linens, silks, breathable fabrics. Bright tropical colours and botanical prints.

what to wear

The dress code

Dress standard
Smart
Millinery
encouraged
Season
Winter
Prize money
NT Derby

Women

Men

Styling notes

Darwin dry season (25-32°C, zero humidity). Statement fascinators dominate.

Part of

Darwin Cup Carnival

Sat 25 July 2026 to Mon 3 Aug 2026 · Fannie Bay Racecourse

The Top End's premier racing carnival bringing dry-season glamour to Fannie Bay.

Darwin's dry season (25-32°C, zero humidity) creates perfect racing conditions. Lightweight linens, silks, and breathable fabrics are essential. Bright tropical colours, botanical prints, and statement fascinators dominate.

Fabrics: Lightweight linens, silks, breathable fabrics

  • tropical glamour
  • bright colours
  • botanical prints
  • relaxed elegance

for the day

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