VRC Members Carnival Guide VRC Members Carnival Guide
The exciting world of the Melbourne Cup Carnival awaits.
From world-class racing, to fashion, to food and entertainment - the experience for members is unparalleled. Explore all that is on offer below or visit our Members Carnival Guide.
All members must be financial for the 2024/25 racing season to access the Melbourne Cup Carnival. Visit My VRC to renew your membership today.
MEMBERS DINING | MEMBERS RESERVED TABLES AND SEATING | MEMBERS CAR PARKS | MEMBERS GUEST TICKETING | VISIT THE GUIDE | IMPORTANT INFORMATION | PICK YOUR RACE DAY
The Nursery
$236 - $473 per site
Book a site in The Nursery and create your own unique BYO or catered experience for memories that will last a lifetime.
MORE DETAILSThe Nursery Super Sites
$966 - $2,310 per site
Book a Nursery Super Site and you take your Carnival experience to the next level with all the space and luxury you can imagine.
MORE DETAILSThe Rails Promenade
$845 - $995 per site
Part of The Birdcage, this popular trackside favourite comes fully furnished and offers the perfect vantage point to witness every race up close, all day long.
MORE DETAILSThe Byerley
$620 - $650 per person
Ross Lusted joins The Byerley as Guest Chef for this year’s Cup Carnival. Experience his unique culinary style blending Asian flavors with fire-cooking artistry.
MORE DETAILSThe Dining Room
$545 - $595 per person
This Cup Week, enjoy family and friends amidst the tradition of The Dining Room, with a stylish seasonal three-course menu and premium beverages.
MORE DETAILSStraight Six
SOLD OUT
Settle in for delicious food and thrilling racing in Straight Six with Johnny Di Francesco's authentic Italian cuisine and expansive drinks list.
MORE DETAILSThe Atrium Flat
$415 per person
Experience the Melbourne Cup Carnival in the bright and airy Atrium, offering a shared dining experience on the main level.
MORE DETAILSThe Atrium Tiered
$515 per person
Dining on the tiered section of The Atrium provides dining with a front row view of the track and crowd below.
MORE DETAILSThe Grandstand Reserved Seat
$30 - $60 per person
Reserve a grandstand-style seat for any Carnival race day and enjoy an uninterrupted view of all the day's racing.
MORE DETAILSThe Peak
$120 per person
With sweeping view of the Flemington straight, Winning Post and city skyline, and access to the popular VRC Punters Club, The Peak is the place to be for punting enthusiasts this Cup Week.
MORE DETAILSThe Forum
$100 - $125 per person
With 100 TV screens, plenty of seating to watch the races in relaxed comfort and access to the outdoor seating deck boasting great track views, The Forum truly is a ‘Punters Paradise’.
MORE DETAILSMembers Lawn
SOLD OUT
Decked out with market umbrellas and comfortable garden furniture, the stylish Members Lawn is the perfect outdoor location this Cup Week.
MORE DETAILSFurlong Bar
SOLD OUT
Serving up a casual and friendly atmosphere, the always popular Furlong Bar is the ideal place to immerse yourself in a day of racing action.
MORE DETAILSThe Birdcage
SOLD OUT
Reserve a table in The Birdcage, Cup Week’s must-visit destination, near the Birdbath Bar. Enjoy dedicated space and flexible come-and-go access.
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VRC Members Carnival Guide
From world-class racing, to fashion, to food and entertainment - the experience for members is unparalleled.
Visit the 2024 VRC Members Carnival Guide site and start planning your Carnival.
Penfolds Victoria Derby Day
Lexus Melbourne Cup Day
Crown Oaks Day
TAB Champions Stakes Day
Reserved Seating: Life Members and Over 60s
EXPERIENCE | Time |
On Sale for all Carnival Days The Atrium Level 2, The View Level 4 |
10am |
Important Information
All tickets for Members Dining, Members Reserved Tables, Car Parks, Members Enclosure Daily Guest Tickets, and Reserved Seating are available for purchase via Ticketmaster.
A reminder that all members must be financial for the 2024/25 racing season to access Melbourne Cup Carnival tickets. If you are yet to renew for the 2024/25 season, please visit the VRC Member Portal - My VRC or call the Membership Services Team on 1300 727 575.
In preparation for the Members Carnival On-Sale next week and for ease of booking, your membership barcodes are listed below.
For all bookable products, Members Dining, Reserved Tables, Car Parks, Members Enclosure Daily Guest Tickets and Reserved Seating, the following is required at time of purchase:
- A MyTicketmaster account: create one at ticketmaster.com.au if you don’t already have one, otherwise login and ensure your details are up to date including your credit card
- A valid credit or debit card
- The barcode number on the back of your VRC Membership card and any Annual Guest Cards
- The barcode number/s of any other members or guest card holders within your group
Please note: Member barcodes are only eligible for use once per venue or space - either Dining, Reserved Tables, Reserved Seating or a Car Park site - for each day of the Melbourne Cup Carnival.
If securing tickets for Members Dining, Reserved Tables or Reserved Seating as a group, nominate one member to book on behalf of the group and please have ready the barcode numbers of any membership or annual guest cards you intend to use.
In addition to general admission access across all four days of the Melbourne Cup Carnival, there are many options available for VRC Restricted Members. Please read the following information carefully so that you are well prepared for the upcoming on-sale and experience the best Melbourne Cup Carnival yet.
Members Enclosure access - Penfolds Victoria Derby Day and Lexus Melbourne Cup Day
Restricted Members can access the Members Enclosure on Penfolds Victoria Derby Day and Lexus Melbourne Cup Day by purchasing a Restricted Member Daily Ticket, at the Restricted Member prices below.
Restricted Member Daily Ticket
Penfolds Victoria Derby Day $307pp
Lexus Melbourne Cup Day $296pp
Members Enclosure access - Crown Oaks Day and TAB Champions Stakes Day
On Crown Oaks Day and TAB Champions Stakes Day, Restricted Members can simply scan their VRC Membership card to access the course and the Members Enclosure, with no additional ticket required.
Members Car Parks
Restricted Members can scan their VRC Membership card to access the Car Parks (The Nursery, The Rails Promenade and The Birdcage) on all four days of the Melbourne Cup Carnival.
Restricted Members can purchase Car Park Sites plus Pedestrian Passes for their guests on all four days of the Melbourne Cup Carnival.
Please refer to the car park destination of your choice for more details.
Members Dining
Restricted Members can purchase Members Dining on Penfolds Victoria Derby Day and Lexus Melbourne Cup Day at the Restricted Member price.
On Crown Oaks Day and TAB Champions Stakes Day, Restricted Members can purchase Members Dining at the Member price.
Please refer to the dining venue of your choice for more details.
Members Reserved Tables
Restricted Members can purchase Members Reserved Tables in select venues on Penfolds Victoria Derby Day and Lexus Melbourne Cup Day at the Restricted Member price.
On Crown Oaks Day and TAB Champions Stakes Day, Restricted Members can purchase Members Reserved Tables at the Member price.
Please refer to the venue of your choice for more details.
The Members Carnival On-Sale will utilise Ticketmaster Smart Queue functionality which provides a fair and equitable process for all members when securing their tickets.
Members can visit the Ticketmaster webpage for their preferred option up to 30 minutes prior to the scheduled on-sale time to join the waiting room – when you will need to select ‘Join Queue’. Members are randomly allocated a place in the queue (this is not determined by the time in which you accessed the website) and subsequently provided access to secure their tickets depending on their place in the queue once tickets are on sale.