Hundreds of racegoers have let their hair down in celebration of Brisbane Winter Racing Carnival’s final day – cheering on their favourites and enjoying some drinks.
Stradbroke Day at Doomben Racecourse seemed the perfect excuse for attendees to kick back and enjoy a full schedule of entertainment.
One group of ladies appeared to be lapping up the festivities, as well as a hens party, and certainly did not hold back when it came time to celebrate.
Happy racegoers kicked up their heels well after the last race on Stradbroke Day at Doomben Racecourse on Saturday
At one point the bride-to-be decided to drink a beverage out of a man’s shoe, tilting her head back and catching the warm foamy liquid in her mouth
Thousands of racegoers let their hair down in celebration of Brisbane Winter Racing Carnival’s final day on Saturday
One foot-flavoured beverage didn’t quench the bridal party’s thirst, with another taking a swig from a second shoe later on
Many blushing brides-to-be celebrated their hen’s party on final day of Brisbane Winter Racing Carnival on Saturday
These mates with a special bond were feeling the love after a big day out of backing a few winners at the races in Brisbane
This bare-footed racegoer (pictured right) needed a helping hand from a friend after a long day in Queensland’s winter sun
Who needs a bus or cab to get you safety home when you can hitch a piggy back ride from one of your best mates
At one point the bride-to-be decided to drink a beverage out of a man’s shoe, tilting her head back and catching the warm foamy liquid in her mouth.
She made sure to ‘catch’ the drops that missed her mouth by cupping her palm underneath her chin.
A sea of females converged on the racecourse dressed to impress for their shot at taking home a Fashions on the Field prize
It was a chance for Sam Frost to catch up with Michael Turnbull, whom she dumped on the 2015 series of The Bachelorette
Making sure not to get any moisture on her white dress and ‘Bride To Be’ sash, she lent forward and closed her eyes for the daring ritual.
Just one foot-flavoured beverage didn’t seem to quench the bridal party’s thirst, with another taking a swig from a second shoe a short time later.
This hens party decked out in white lapped up the celebrations and certainly did not hold back when it came time to celebrate
There was quite the party on the lawn later in the afternoon, as several wine bottles were spotted being chilled in ice coolers
A jubilant Mitch Wood celebrates after jockey Tim Clark rode Dark Dream to victory in race seven at Doomben Racecourse
These men, believed to be connections of Santa Ana Lane which won race 5, were ecstatic as they leapt into a tight embrace
There was plenty of action on the track at Doomben Racecourse as Ben Melham rode Santa Ana Lane to victory in race 5
Her antics appeared to earn her girlfriends’ approval, with them all watching and laughing as she guzzled down the beverages.
There looked to have been quite the party on the lawn later in the afternoon, as several wine bottles were spotted being kept chilled in ice coolers.
A pair of men, believed to be connections of the horse Santa Ana Lane which won race 5, appeared ecstatic as they lept into a tight embrace.
A sea of fancy females converged on the racecourse dressed to impress for their shot at taking home a Fashions on the Field prize earlier in the day.
Women opted to keep with a regal red, white and black theme for the final fixture in the racing carnival’s 10 day program.
A dazzling woman with a butterfly on her hat appeared to have scooped up one of the big prizes, with her spotted looking elated with armfuls of bags.
Sharlmane Gold travelled from Grafton from the NSW Northern Rivers region to win best millinery in Fashions in the Field
Sharlmane Gold was thrilled with her win in Fashions of the Field at Doomben Racecourse after a five hour drive to get there
A flock of fancy females converged on Doomben Racecourse dressed to impress in the prestigious Fashions of the Field
Women opted to keep with a regal red, white and black theme for the final fixture in the Brisbane Winter Racing Carnival
Attendees began flooding through the gates in dazzling frocks from 9.30am, covering up for the cooler weather in sleeved dresses and tasteful coats.
A variety of interesting headwear was a prominent feature of the day, with many opting for differently styled broad-rimmed styled black hats.
Several FotF participants kept their look classy with a pair of gloves, and one even carried a horse riding crop.
Modest necklines were also a popular choice – many opting for a white turtle-neck blouse.
One woman kept her look quirky in a wide-rimmed hat featuring dangling white and black tassels paired with a large red rose elegantly positioned in front of her ear.
Sam Frost, pictured with TV presenter Damien Anthony Rossi, was at Doomben Racecourse to judge Fashions of the Field
One woman kept her look quirky in a wide-rimmed hat featuring dangling white and black tassels at Doomben Racecourse
Another opted for feathers instead of tassels, and wore her hat tilted to one side, allowing for a low-hanging hair bun
Modest necklines were popular among the Fashions of the Field contestants with many opting for a white turtle-neck blouse
This chap brightened up the fashion stakes teaming a pop of colour with black and white striped pants and matching hat
Another opted for feathers instead of tassels, and wore her hat tilted to one side of her head, allowing for a low-hanging hair bun to sit neatly to the other side.
Several wore black netted veils across the front of their face as an extension on their hat, adding another element of class to their ensemble.
One lady seemed to draw inspiration from olden styled English horse riders, donning a vibrant red blazer jacket, a white neck stock and large black belt around her waist.
She posed clasping a leather crop and resting it on her shoulder – adding an extra layer to her equestrian vibe.
Racing punters were glued to the on track action. For the serious racegoer, a pair of binoculars are an essential accessory
Several wore black netted veils across as an extension on their hat, adding another element of class to their ensemble
A variety of interesting headwear was a prominent feature, with many opting for differently styled broad-rimmed styled hats
Fascinators were a popular racing headwear accessory for the fancy fillies at Doomben Racecourse track on Saturday
Hats were also a popular racing accessory to beat the winter chills
Some of these Fashions of the the Field male contestants stood out from the crowd by adding some colour to their outfits
Married At First Sight star Ashley Irvin (right) was among the punters enjoying a weekend at the Doomben Racecourse track
This Fashions of the Field contestant was warmly dressed with a red vest, black scarf and red gloves at Doomben Racecourse
Bachelor in Paradise contestant Michael Turnbull was well-suited at the races at Doomben Racecourse on Saturday
This classy lady matched her red attire with some bright lippie ion Stradbroke Day, Brisbane Winter Racing Carnival’s final day
Sam Frost was a stylish race day ambassador on Stradbroke Day, the final day of the Brisbane Winter Racing Carnival
A jubilant Mitch Wood couldn’t contain his excitement at Doomben Racecourse on Saturday after he had a winner in race 7
Number 128 proved lucky for Sharlmane Gold, who won best millinery in Fashions of the Field at Doomben Racecourse