Smiling Mind Fundraising Lunch
18 Aug 2025
Hosted by Melbourne Royal
Join us for a one-of-a-kind event supporting Smiling Mind’s vision to create generational change in mental health.
Guests will enjoy an exclusive menu created by iconic Australian chefs including Hugh Allen, Shannon Bennett and John Demetriou while helping create generational change in mental health.
Event Details
Date: Wednesday 1 October, 2025
Time: 12.00pm – 3.00pm
Location: MasterChef Kitchen, Melbourne Showgrounds, Epsom Road, Ascot Vale
Dress: Smart Casual
Please note: Stilettos and high heels are not permitted in the MasterChef Kitchen, however block heels are accepted.
Tickets - Stay tuned, available to purchase very soon!
Table of 10: VIP Premium Table - $15,000 hosted table (includes premium seating, supporter recognition and Smiling Mind host)
Table of 10: Sponsored Table - $10,000
All proceeds go directly to keeping the Smiling Mind App free and increasing access to Smiling Mind’s Primary School Program.
Getting There
PEDESTRIAN AND RIDE DROP OFF: Entry available via all gates.
CAR: There are plenty of car parking options around Melbourne Showgrounds. Please refer to the Melbourne Royal Show website for details.
TRAIN: Metro trains run from Flinders Street Station, stopping at Southern Cross and North Melbourne stations.
TRAM: Route 57 from Stop 1 Elizabeth St/Flinders St to Stop 32 Sandown Rd/Epsom Rd. Extra trams run every day of the Show. Extra tram services on route 57 will run every day.
BUS: 404 and 472 services travel regularly to Melbourne Showgrounds precinct.