Getting To Flemington
Departing Flinders Street Station:
11.14 AM - 1.52 PM Stopping at Southern Cross and North Melbourne, through to Flemington Racecourse.
OTHER TRANSPORT OPTIONSFast horses, warm days, Group 1 racing heated up Flemington.
The first Group 1 race day of 2026 kicked off with the electrifying Black Caviar Lightning Race Day.
Racegoers experienced the thrill and excitement as some of the world’s fastest horses competed in the prestigious $1 million Group 1 Black Caviar Lightning (1000m), an event named in honour of the legendary mare.
The day paid homage to the extraordinary legacy of Black Caviar, whose remarkable career comprised 25 undefeated races, including 15 at Group 1 level.
Saturday 14 February, 2026
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Black Caviar - The Exhibition
A large-scale exhibition The Perfect Run: Australia’s Undefeated Racing Legend will be unveiled on Black Caviar Lightning Stakes Day to celebrate the extraordinary career of Black Caviar.
See all of her trophies, awards and rare memorabilia of one of Australia’s greatest sporting icons.
VRC Members can discover the legacy of a true racing legend outside the Forum on Level 1 of the Grandstand.
Share your Black Caviar storyWe invite you to share your own memories of Black Caviar. Submit your entry using the link below, and you may see your submission displayed as part of the exhibition.
Valentine's Day at Flemington
Love is in the air with Valentine’s Day surprises throughout the course. Pick up a single-stem red rose from the Club Stand Lobby with all proceeds supporting the Good Friday Appeal, enjoy tableside serenades from roving performers, snap a Valentine’s-themed photo in the photo moment in the breezeway.
Phar Lap Club Bubble Workshops
Phar Lap Club Members can enjoy Bubble artist shows at 1.30pm, 2.30pm & 3.30pm with interactive workshops running from 1pm – 5pm on the Family Lawn!
Black Caviar Celebration
Visit the Black Caviar Walk of Fame along the front lawn to celebrate the extraordinary career of Black Caviar.
Valentine's Day Postcards
Send some love from Flemington this Valentine's Day! Our postman will be roving across course with postcards to send far & wide or snap a photo with our Valentine's Day photo moment to share the love.
Family Activities
The Family Lawn has the whole family covered with sporting activities from Kelly Sports, lawn games, face painting, pony rides, soft play and bubble workshops.
Face Painting
Add a splash of colour to your race day and transform your look with fun, vibrant designs. Have your face painted for free from 1pm!
TAB Saintly Place Sports Bar
Enjoy live racing with sports bar vibes at TAB Saintly Place Sports Bar. Get competitive with your mates with a game of foosball, pool or shuffleboard.
VRC Punters Club
Try your luck to win big at the VRC Punters Club, hosted by expert tipster, Marc Ohlmus.