The Coopers Kangaroo Island Cup Carnival is held annually in February at the Cygnet River Racecourse, Kingscote and is one of the the largest events the Island hosts.
Set on the banks of the picturesque Cygnet River, the Kangaroo Island Racecourse provides the perfect entertainment environment for over 4,000 people trackside, marquee and party tent facilities, Club and Stable bars and all the fun of a day of country horse racing with betting, Fashions on the Field and a range of entertainment options.
This year Southern Ocean Lodge became a KI Cup Gold Sponsor with the introdution of the ‘Southern Ocean Lodge Maiden Plate’. Lodge managers Louise and Ben Lanyon attended to present the trophy and present a fabulous accommodation prize to the winner of the Fashions in the Field.
In the event, a good old fashioned downpour on Friday meant the horse racing was cancelled. A great crowd turned out to enjoy the festivities nonetheless, and Fashions in the Field was considered a highlight.
