The Great Northern Darwin Cup Carnival is celebrated not just for its thrilling races, but also for the bright, colourful, and vibrant outfits that perfectly suit the Top End lifestyle.
Fashions on the Field invites everyone to take part in the fashion and fun of race day. Our expert judges will be looking for stylish, race-appropriate outfits that showcase individual flair, sophistication and creativity – all styled with headwear, shoes, and accessories that reflect both tradition and current trends.
Registration to Enter!
Download and complete the relevant form, then bring it to the judges’ desk before registration closes on the day of the competition.
Fashions on the Field Registration Form available HERE
Competition Dates & Times
| Competition | Date | Registration Time* | Competition Time* | Location |
| Ladies’ Heats – Ladies’ Day Luncheon | Completed | |||
| Ladies’ Heats – Ladies’ Day GA | Completed | |||
| Kids’ Heats | Completed | |||
| Ladies’ Heats – Derby Day | Completed | |||
| Ladies’ Heats – Cup Day | Monday, 3 August 2026 | 10:45am – 11:45am | 12:00pm | TAB Pavilion |
| Men’s Heats – Cup Day | Monday, 3 August 2026 | 10:45am – 11:45am | 12:30pm | TAB Pavilion |
| Ladies’ & Men’s Final | Monday, 3 August 2026 | 10:45am – 11:45am ** | 1:15pm | TAB Pavilion |
*Please note timings may change slightly on the day. Please ensure you are positioned near the Fashions on the Field stage for any update to timing announcements.
**Registration for winners from previous days.
Coming Up Next – Darwin Cup Day Heats & Finals
Monday 3rd August | Judging from 12:00pm
New Location for 2026: TAB Pavilion
Ladies Heat 4
The first and second place winners, plus the winner of the Over 40’s category, qualitfy for the Fashions on the Field Ladies Final.
First Place
- Return Airfare from Darwin to any Airnorth Domestic Destination. Valued at $2,000
- Two Tickets to the Melbourne Cup Ted Bailey Grandstand Luncheon. Valued at $240.
- $200 Silks Darwin Voucher
Second Place
- Signature Dinner Cruise for Two aboard Cape Adieu. Valued at $378.
- Two Tickets to the Melbourne Cup Ted Bailey Grandstand Luncheon. Valued at $240.
- $200 Silks Darwin Voucher
Third Place
- Two Tickets to the Melbourne Cup Ted Bailey Grandstand Luncheon. Valued at $240.
- $200 The Cinema Collective Voucher.
- $200 Silks Darwin Voucher.
Best Millinery
- Silk Laser Clinics Kick Start Skin Program. Valued at $309.
- Two Tickets to the Melbourne Cup Ted Bailey Grandstand Luncheon. Valued at $240.
Over 40’s
- Two Tickets to the Melbourne Cup Ted Bailey Grandstand Luncheon. Valued at $240.
- Plus an exciting prize to be announced soon.
Men’s Heat & Final
First Place
- $1500 Tarocash Voucher.
- Two Tickets to the Melbourne Cup Level One Grandstand Luncheon. Valued at $480.
Second Place
- $1000 Tarocash Voucher.
- Two Tickets to the Melbourne Cup Level One Grandstand Luncheon. Valued at $480.
Third Place
- $500 Tarocash Voucher.
- Two Tickets to the Melbourne Cup Level One Grandstand Luncheon. Valued at $480.
Ladies Final
First Place
- 18ct White Gold Diamond and South Sea Pearl Pendant Necklace. Designed by Chris Williams Jewellers. Valued at $6,250.
- Silk Laser Clinic Rejuvenate and Renew Program. Valued at $1,000.
- Two Tickets to the Melbourne Cup Level One Grandstand Luncheon. Valued at $480.
- Pine & Fig Bespoke Gift Basket.
Second Place
- Return Airfare from Darwin to any Airnorth Domestic Destination. Valued at $2,000.
- Two Tickets to the Melbourne Cup Level One Grandstand Luncheon. Valued at $480.
- Pine & Fig Bespoke Gift Basket.
Third Place
- $200 The Cinema Collective Voucher.
- Two Tickets to the Melbourne Cup Level One Grandstand Luncheon. Valued at $480.
- Pine & Fig Bespoke Gift Basket.
- Plus, an exciting prize to be announced soon.
With more exciting prizes to be announced very soon.
Congratulations to Our Winners So Far
Rydges Palmerston Ladies Day Luncheon
Rydges Palmerston Ladies Day GA
AUFS Chief Ministers Cup Day
Ladbrokes Derby Day
