The 2026 Melbourne Cup Carnival is on sale now!
Get ready for another unforgettable chapter of
the Melbourne Cup Carnival.
Enjoy a vibrant day out with thrilling Group 1 racing, high fashion stakes, live entertainment with headline acts after the last race, plus a taste of Melbourne’s renowned food and beverage scene.
Whether it’s General Admission tickets for you and your mates, a reserved table on the Front Lawn or one of our premium dining packages, there’s an experience to suit every style.
Fancy a Gallop? Secure your tickets and save the date for the 2026 Melbourne Cup Carnival.
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Howden Victoria Derby Day
Saturday 31 October 2026
Lexus Melbourne Cup Day
Tuesday 3 November 2026
TAB Champions Stakes Day
Saturday 7 November 2026
Robbie Williams Live
Get ready for two incredible performances from global music icon Robbie Williams!
A memorable pre-Cup performance in the Mounting Yard ahead of the Lexus Melbourne Cup followed by an unforgettable performance after the last race on The Elms Live Stage presented by Maccas.
Entry is FREE with your general admission ticket!
VRC Members Carnival Guide
Feel the energy of Melbourne Cup Carnival
From the buzz of The Birdcage to the thrill of world-class racing, every moment is designed to feel vibrant, elevated and distinctly Melbourne.
VRC Members - tickets are now on sale!
General Admission
From $50 per person
A General Admission ticket places you at the heart of it all!
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Hill Stand Reserved Seat
From $110 per person
Enjoy incomparable views from your Hill Stand Reserved Seat.
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Lawn Stand Reserved Seat
From $145 per person
Offering endless views of both the city skyline and the ‘pointy end’ of every race, this is the best that Flemington has to offer.
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Saturday Pass
$135 per person
Howden Victoria Derby Day & TAB Champions Stakes Day
Join us for two super Saturdays across the 2026 Melbourne Cup Carnival!
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DiDi Mates Rates
From $150 per person
Crown Oaks Day & TAB Champions Stakes Day
Cup Week is best spent with mates. Book a DiDi Mates Rates table of six on the Front Lawn and settle in for a smashing day of racing and socialising.
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2 Day Pass
$150 per person
Lexus Melbourne Cup Day & Crown Oaks Day
One ticket, 2 unforgettable days at the 2026 Melbourne Cup Carnival!
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Chin Chin
From $305 per person
Melbourne's iconic dining institution Chin Chin takes up residence on the Club Lawn for the 2026 Melbourne Cup Carnival.
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350 Trackside Social
From $1,295 per person
A new space specially built for this year’s Melbourne Cup Carnival, an all-inclusive package located on the 350-metre mark on the Front Lawn!
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The Dress Circle
From $213 per person
Take in the style, craftsmanship and creativity of the Fashions on the Field competition from The Dress Circle.
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Birdcage Reserved
From $560 per person
Witness all the history-making racing action from the exclusivity of your own furnished trackside site.
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Club Asahi
From $795 per person
Modern Tokyo sophistication meets premium all-inclusive hospitality in the heart of The Birdcage.
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The Rose Room
SOLD OUT
Indulge in a five-course culinary masterpiece while soaking in the excitement of world-class racing.
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TAB Clubhouse
From $445 per person
Go Trackside. Go All In. Go TAB Clubhouse
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The Signature Collective
From $725 per person
Howden Victoria Derby Day & Lexus Melbourne Cup Day
The elevated way to experience Lexus Melbourne Cup Day.
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Skyline Dining
From $650 per person
Immerse yourself in the thrilling action of the track from your seat in the Hill Stand, the perfect spot to witness racing history with the city as your backdrop.
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Parade Lounge
From $675 per person
Perched above the horse stalls and Pre-Parade Ring, this all-inclusive offering allows you to indulge while overlooking the world’s best racehorses.
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Makybe Diva® Marquee
From $525 per person
A marquee fit for champions. Nestled in a prime, coveted location, this exclusive offering delivers a race day experience that caters to every taste.
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The Terrace Restaurant
From $835 per person
Enter a race day experience defined by elegance and exhilaration, where every moment unfolds from a coveted front-row vantage point.
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Skyline Lounge
From $595 per person
Elevate your experience in the Skyline Lounge with a vibrant, cocktail-style offering, allowing you to enjoy Melbourne Cup Carnival in a social atmosphere.
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Carlton Draught Pavilion
From $495 per person
The Carlton Draught Pavilion offers an elevated race day experience with unrivalled views of the famous Flemington Straight, Winning Post, and Front Lawn.
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350 Signature Suites
Price on application
An elevated corporate networking environment tailored for large-scale, premium hosting.
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Birdcage Private Marquee
Price on application
Australia’s most iconic and prestigious Birdcage, this is where luxury, style and unforgettable moment collide.
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Hill Stand Corporate Suites
Price on application
Step inside your own private suite, with one of the best views at Flemington Racecourse!
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