Getting Home
Departing Flemington Racecourse or Showgrounds:
1.36 PM - 8.59 PM: Stopping North Melbourne, Southern Cross, through to Flinders Street.
For more information, please see here.
Countdown to TAB Champions Stakes Day
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Race Day information
The champions come to town for the fourth and final day of Cup Week.
TAB Champions Stakes Day sees no fewer than three Group 1 features that showcase the stars of Australian turf over 1200m, 1600m and 2000m.
Who will be crowned the champions this year? Make sure you are there to savour the final day of another unforgettable Melbourne Cup Carnival!
Saturday 9 November, 2024
Gates open: 10:30 am
First race: 12:40pm
Last race: 5:50pm
Feature races
$3m Group 1 TAB Champions Stakes (2000m)
$3m Group 1 VRC Champions Mile (1600m)
$3m Group 1 Darley Champions Sprint (1200m)
The Park
From thrilling music acts to the iconic Fashions on the Field, The Park has something for every racegoer and is the perfect place to meet friends.
The Park is located on The Hill adjacent to the train station and entry is FREE with your Melbourne Cup Carnival Ticket.
Mia Wray
3:50pm
Quickly becoming a standout in the Australian music scene, rising singer-songwriter Mia Wray is set to captivate on TAB Champions Stakes Day with her powerful vocals and emotive lyrics.
The Temper Trap
5:55pm
ARIA-winning Australian band Temper Trap returns home for Cup Week! Catch their atmospheric sound and electric performance at The Park Live Stage on TAB Champions Stakes Day.
Dressing the part for TAB Champions Stakes Day
For the final day of Cup Week, the fashion is slightly more relaxed – but no less stylish. To mark Remembrance Day on Saturday 11 November, the official flower for the day is a Red Poppy, which you can buy on course from RSL Victoria volunteers.
Official flower: Red Poppy
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The Birdcage
Blaze a trail to the stylish surrounds of the world-famous Birdcage at the 2024 Melbourne Cup Carnival. Simply scan your VRC Membership card and enjoy The Birdbath Bar, the Birdcage Stage, the Pamper Lounge by Runway Room and Karaoke.
Pin & Win
Pin & Win has raised over $8 million for charities since 1995. This year, Ronald McDonald House Charities VIC & TAS aims to fund 3,500 nights of accommodation for families with seriously ill children. Purchase a pin on-course or online!
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Live Entertainment in The Roof Garden
Resident DJ John Course will keep the party going in The Roof Garden on all 4 days of Cup Week, spinning music from after the feature race and continuing long after the last!
The Club Lawn
Experience the high energy of the Club Lawn and grab a drink from the ever-popular Club Lawn Hotel. Mr Miyagi, 400 Gradi and Meat Frankie will be serving up a variety of Melbourne’s best takeaway options towards the east end of the Front Lawn.
The Elms
Head to the west end of Flemington Front Lawn for refreshing drinks and delicious bites from top food trucks like Mr Alejandro, Have a Slice Day, Sliders on Tyres, Twistto, the Furphy Pop-up Bar, and the Casamigos Truck.
Flemington $5 Faves
Check out our tasty value range at the $5 Flemington Faves outlet – great priced grab-and-go options during Cup Week!
Free Kids Activities
The Nursery will be bursting with kids activities on TAB Champions Stakes Day, including pickleball, lawn games and arts & crafts! Plus, the Jungle is coming to The Park with a huge jungle maze, mini golf, a jungle themed singalong show, and roving jungle animals – not real ones of course!
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The Pamper Lounge
Visit The Pamper Lounge by Runway Rood this Cup Week. Enjoy complimentary make-up touch-ups, express lashes and hair to leave you glowing throughout the day in The Atrium of the Grandstand, and in The Birdcage!
TAB Saintly Place Sports Bar
Join the excitement at the TAB Saintly Place Sports Bar, the perfect spot for sports fans! Enjoy big-screen action, grab a refreshing drink, and indulge in delicious bites from our $5 Favourites menu for an unforgettable race day experience!
Inside Run
Transform your racing experience this Melbourne Cup Carnival with Inside Run, your official race guide! It’s free and requires no sign-up, offering live streaming, instant replays, animated AI-powered predictor videos, expert tips, and race day news—keeping you connected to all the on-track action!
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General Public
General Admission
Adults $65pp
Gear up for another unforgettable week of racing, fashion, food and fun with your friends!
Club Lawn Reserved
$180pp
Trackside luxury at your own table of six. A Club Lawn Reserved table has it all - up close racing action, drinks on arrival and the inimitable atmosphere.
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Mystery Ticket
SOLD OUT
Ever wanted to be right in amongst the action, but just couldn’t decide the best place to play? Then wait no more, the Melbourne Cup Carnival Mystery Ticket awaits!
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Birdcage Reserved
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Experience the exclusivity of The Birdcage from the comfort of a Birdcage Reserved site in The Rails Promenade. Witness new chapters of horse racing history being written right in front of you!
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Mates Rates
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Cup Week is best spent with mates. Book a Mates Rates table of 6 on the Front Lawn and settle in for a smashing day of racing and socialising.
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The Park VIP
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Experience the vibrant heart of the Melbourne Cup Carnival in The Park! Elevate your Cup Week with a Park VIP ticket.
Reserved Seating
Hill Stand Reserved Seat
From $77pp*
Secure your seat with prime views of the racing action, Winning Post, and the colour of The Front Lawn.
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The Grandstand Reserved Seat
FROM $30pp
Reserve a grandstand-style seat for any Carnival race day and enjoy an uninterrupted view of all the day's racing.
Hospitality & Dining Packages
Makybe Diva® Marquee
$450pp*
Enjoy an all-inclusive plated table service in a beautiful marquee with outdoor courtyard offering premium views of the racing action.
Skyline Lounge
$535pp
Indulge in an elevated experience at the Skyline Lounge in the Hill Stand, where you and your guests can graze all day while enjoying breathtaking views.
Skyline Dining
$595pp
Indulge in a world where the unbridled thrill of the Melbourne Cup Carnival and exquisite cuisine takes centre – this is Skyline Dining.
Lucky's
$725pp*
Elevate your celebrations at Lucky's. Experience top racing, delicious food, and next-level festivities at the flagship VRC venue nestled right in the heart of The Birdcage.
Parade Lounge
$670pp*
Enjoy this all-inclusive offering with views over the Parade Ring to watch the Cup Week hopefuls ahead of each race.
The Favourite
$350pp*
New in 2024, The Favourite is the ultimate destination for sports enthusiasts! A bar with the lot – food, drinks, sensational track views and screens and screens of live sport.
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The Rose Room
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Experience timeless celebrations in the ever popular Rose Room, where cherished memories flourish.
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The Bridle
$500pp*
New for 2024, The Bridle offers an elevated race day experience with premium racetrack views, a gourmet all-inclusive food and drinks offering, live entertainment, and private betting facilities. The Bridle – all-day indulgence, style, and excitement awaits!
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Furphy Deck
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Welcome to Flemington’s Party Central - The Furphy Deck. Settle in for a day of unparalleled racing excitement and an all-inclusive food and drinks package.
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Terrace Restaurant
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Sweeping vistas frame this spectacular dining room, delivering unforgettable race day memories in a refined and elegant space.
Private Hospitality & Marquees
The Silks Pavilion
$620pp
New in 2024. The Silks Pavilion is your exclusive Cup Week oasis, where elegant intimacy meets celebration and spectacle head-on.
The Panoramic
$710pp
No other Melbourne Cup Carnival experience can rival a Panoramic Suite, located right in the heart of Flemington’s exclusive in-field.
Hill Stand Corporate Suites
Price on application
An impeccable venue tailormade for small-group hospitality, it’s designed to create race day memories.
Members Products
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The Nursery
$257 PER SITE
Book a site in The Nursery and create your own unique BYO or catered experience for memories that will last a lifetime.
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The Byerley
FROM $620pp
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.
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The Dining Room
FROM $545pp
This Cup Week, enjoy family and friends amidst the tradition of The Dining Room, with a stylish seasonal three-course menu and premium beverages.
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The Atrium Flat
FROM $415pp
Experience the Melbourne Cup Carnival in the bright and airy Atrium, offering a shared dining experience on the main level.
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The Atrium Tiered
FROM $515pp
Dining on the tiered section of The Atrium provides dining with a front row view of the track and crowd below.
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The Nursery Super Site
$1,207 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.
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The Rails Promenade
$845 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.
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Birdcage Pedestrian Pass
$199pp
Rendezvous in The Birdcage with friends and family this Cup Week by purchasing a Birdcage Pedestrian Pass.
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The Peak
PRE-PAID TABLE FROM $120pp
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.
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The Forum
PRE-PAID TABLE FROM $100pp
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’.
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Straight Six
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Settle in for delicious food and thrilling racing in Straight Six with Johnny Di Francesco's authentic Italian cuisine and expansive drinks list.
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The Birdcage
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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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Members Lawn
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Decked out with market umbrellas and comfortable garden furniture, the stylish Members Lawn is the perfect outdoor location this Cup Week.
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Furlong 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.
Members Guest Ticketing
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Members Enclosure Daily Guest
$295pp
Share your Cup Week experience with friends and family by purchasing a Members Enclosure Daily Guest Ticket.