Thousands of bottles of French champagne, delicious treats and a “secret tequila bar”: this is how the other half will live in the famous birdcage at the Melbourne Cup

Australian celebrities are gearing up for one of the most anticipated social events of the year: the Melbourne Cup Carnival.

The country’s biggest stars will take part in several days of racing at Flemington Racecourse in the world famous ‘Birdcage’.

Famous faces will feast on delicious treats and desserts while sipping expensive champagne in the exclusive space.

Luxury brands arriving at the Birdcage include GH Mumm, the event’s official champagne sponsor, as well as Lexus and Penfolds.

Those lucky enough also have access to a secret Don Julio tequila bar with specialty cocktails and live performances.

GH Mumm transformed his two-story tent into a Parisian garden.

Dancers greet guests in the marquee with a theatrical performance as they enter the room.

French chef Florian Barbarot serves his guests at the pop-up tasting restaurant La Table Des Chefs.

Luxury brands in the marquee include GH Mumm, the event’s official champagne sponsor, as well as Lexus and Don Julio

Mumm transformed a two-story tent into a Parisian garden. Pictured is Jess Gomes opening a bottle of champagne

The champagne tent will be the centerpiece of the Birdcage, which also features a Bird Bath Bar and a Pamper Lounge.

Guests have the opportunity to experience interactive moments throughout the loft with live entertainment.

Meanwhile, Japanese automaker Lexus’ Landmark will focus on “rest and relaxation” at the Lexus tent.

The space aims to combine Japanese traditions with local materials and ingredients.

The “Landmark by Lexus” marquee of the Japanese car manufacturer Lexus is all about “peace and relaxation”.

The space aims to combine Japanese traditions with local materials and ingredients

Guests have the opportunity to experience interactive moments in the loft. Pictured is Melissa Leong

Supermodel Adut Akech will visit the company’s marquee as an exclusive guest.

Meanwhile, Furphy will also have its marquee back in the Birdhouse – with “a central atrium and custom bars”.

South Australian wine producer Penfolds takes guests through an “underwater wonderland”.

Supermodel Adut Akech will visit the company’s marquee as an exclusive guest

Australian stars can also enjoy light entertainment and nibbles with Gwen from Luke Stone and the team at Curtis Stone Events

South Australian wine producer Penfolds takes guests through an “underwater wonderland”

Schweppes returns to the aviary with “a magical bubble booth filled with delicious edible bubbles in a variety of flavors.”

Schweppes is also returning to the aviary with “a magical bubble hut with delicious edible bubbles in a variety of flavors.”

The liquor brand serves its guests a variety of high-quality alcoholic and non-alcoholic cocktails.

Australian stars can also enjoy light entertainment and nibbles with Gwen from Luke Stone and the team at Curtis Stone Events.

Olympia Bellchambers in the crown tent at the Melbourne Cup Carnival Birdcage

Those lucky enough also have access to a secret Don Julio tequila bar. Pictured is Lana Wilkinson