All you could ever want to eat and drink will be available at The Peninsula Picnic, presented by Vinomofo and we hope youexplore and enjoy the local produce and fabulous restaurants on offer. While not encouraged, food is permitted.
No alcohol can be brought into the event.
Glassware are also strictly prohibited.
We will be offering specially branded Vino Goblets for $5. This reusable goblet is specially designed to preserve the taste of the wine, it’s environmentally friendly and easy to use while lounging on your picnic rug!
You are welcome to bring your own plastic and paper picnic-ware to put together your own plates from local produce offerings.
Restaurants will serve their dishes in recyclable packaging and provide cutlery and napkins.
Metal knives, including cheese knives, are strictly prohibited and will be confiscated by security.
Wine glasses are also strictly prohibited.
We will be offering specially branded Vino Goblets for $5. This reusable goblet is specially designed to preserve the taste of the wine, it’s environmentally friendly and easy to use while lounging on your picnic rug!
We encourage you to bring along picnic rugs to lounge on for the day. Folding chairs are allowed in the rear section of the stage viewing area only. Low beach chairs are allowed in the front section.
Tables, umbrellas and sunshades are not allowed to be brought on site. A small number of picnic tables and umbrellas are available on a first come first served basis.
Professional audio and video recording equipment is not permitted. Domestic cameras and video cameras are permitted but not allowed to record live performances.
Your ticket will be sent as an attachment to the email address you submit with your order. Please print out your tickets and bring with you to scan to gain entry.
If you look over 18, yes you will be asked for proof of age at the gate.
Also please note any patron under 18 years of age wishing to attend The Peninsula Picnic, presented by Vinomofo that is a minor must be accompanied by a responsible adult. A responsible adult, for the purposes of supervising a minor on licensed premises, must be a parent or someone reasonably taking the place of a parent. The following is considered when determining whether or not the accompanying adult is responsible:
the age of the accompanying adult (guiding principle is 30+);
the relationship between the accompanying adult and the minor;
the amount of supervision being provided; and
in all the circumstances, the reasonableness of the supervision being provided
To purchase alcohol: If you are over 18 years and look under 25 years old – you will require a proof of age wrist band.
Identification will be required to be shown at the Proof of Age Marquee to receive a wrist band.
In addition, bar and winery service staff may also ask for proof of age when purchasing drinks.
To gain entry with a child’s ticket: If you have a child’s ticket and look over 18 years old, you will need to provide proof of age to security at the entrance to gain entry.
The Peninsula Picnic, presented by Vinomofo is an outdoor event and the event will always go ahead as long as it is safe to do so. There will be no ticket refunds for wet weather unless the MRC cancels or postpones the event for such reasons.
Travel on M1/Eastlink, Peninsula Link or the Nepean Highway into Mornington. Travel time is just over 1 hour from Melbourne’s CBD.
Free car parking is available at Mornington Racecourse.
Train
Frankston lines depart regularly from Flinders St Station to Frankston Station. For information on public transport options to Mornington Racecourse, please visit the PTV website.
Taxi/UBER
Patrons can be dropped off at the Main Entrance via Gate 3, 320 Racecourse Road.
