On Thursday, 6th November 2025, Crown Oaks Day takes centre stage as one of the most eagerly awaited highlights of the Melbourne Cup Carnival. It’s an ideal opportunity to indulge in world-class racing while celebrating the finest expressions of fashion, style, and sophistication.
The prestigious Group 1 Crown Oaks features the best three-year-old fillies, while the event’s polished ambiance enhances every moment. Alongside the on-track excitement and in-between races, explore the reimagined precinct including the highly anticipated Fashions on the Field Final Competition on the Front Lawn, the family friendly chill zone in The Park, and world-class entertainment performing on the Live Stage in The Elms.
Whether you’re cheering on from the Front Lawn, fine dining with friends and colleagues, or marvelling at the fashion on display, Crown Oaks Day promises an unforgettable experience.
Thursday 6 November, 2025
First race: 1:00pm
Last race: 5:50pm
Feature race
Group 1 Crown Oaks (2500m)
Friends, family, colleagues and the community come together for a higher cause on Crown Oaks Day. Add a splash of purple to your racewear as Flemington turns Purple for Good to raise funds for the Good Friday Appeal.
Official flower: Purple Rose
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.
4:00pm
Multi-platinum ARIA nominee and beloved Aussie pop star Ricki-Lee joins us at Crown Oaks Day. With over a million records sold globally, she's a must-see during Cup Week.
5:55pm
You’ll be ‘Lovin’ Each Day’ when Ronan Keating headlines Crown Oaks Day. Celebrating over 30 years in music, don’t miss him perform hits like 'When You Say Nothing At All’.
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 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!
The globally renowned fashion event, Fashions on the Field, has been a highlight of the Melbourne Cup Carnival since 1962. With a prize pool of over $370,000 this year, including more than $111,000 each for the Best Dressed and Best Suited categories, there's plenty to strive for in this year's Competition.
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!
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.
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.
Check out our tasty value range at the $5 Flemington Faves outlet – great priced grab-and-go options during Cup Week!
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!
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!
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!
Get ready for an electrifying live performance in The Elms as Craig David takes the Live Stage to deliver his iconic chart-toppers like 7 Days, Fill Me In, and so many unforgettable hits! The party will be sure to continue after the last race.
The 2025 Fashions on the Field kicks off early with the Spring Best Dressed and Best Suited competitions on Crown Makybe Diva Stakes Day and TAB Turnbull Stakes Day, offering fast-track entry to the Crown Oaks Day Daily Final.
The competition returns to the front lawn for the Melbourne Cup Carnival, with the digital competition open now, and closing Sunday October 5. Start planning your boldest looks now.
Adults $50pp
Get in early and gear up for another unforgettable week of racing, fashion, food and fun with your friends!
$250pp
Upgrade your Cup Week experience with the all new Elms VIP with VIP access to bars, the Live Stage and food and beverage credit!
Adults $250pp
One ticket, four unforgettable days at the 2025 Melbourne Cup Carnival!
Adults $550pp
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!
From $96pp
Secure your seat with prime views of the racing action, Winning Post, and the colour of The Front Lawn.
From $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.
$150pp*
Cup Week is best spent with mates. Book a DiDi Mates Rates table of 6 on the Front Lawn and settle in for a smashing day of racing and socialising.
$745pp
Enjoy an all-inclusive plated table service in a beautiful marquee with outdoor courtyard offering premium views of the racing action.
$885pp
Indulge in a world where the unbridled thrill of the Melbourne Cup Carnival and exquisite cuisine takes centre stage - this is Skyline Dining.
$350pp
Introducing the TAB Clubhouse, a brand-new experience located in the Infield across from the Winning Post, designed for racing fans to be up close to all of the action.
From $650pp
Perched above the horse stalls and Pre-Parade Ring, The Parade Social is an all-inclusive experience exclusive.
SOLD OUT
$975pp
Sweeping vistas frame this spectacular dining room, delivering unforgettable race day memories in a refined and elegant space.
SOLD OUT
$1,755pp
In partnership with international hospitality figure Grant Smillie and Crown Melbourne, Marmont brings its signature Californian-inspired vibe to the heart of The Birdcage.
SOLD OUT
$490pp
Welcome to Flemington’s Party Central - Kirin Ichiban Pavilion. Settle in for a day of unparalleled racing excitement and an all-inclusive food and drinks package.
SOLD OUT
$1,125pp
Experience timeless celebrations in the ever popular Rose Room, where cherished memories flourish.
SOLD OUT
$995pp
Enjoy this all-inclusive offering with views over the Parade Ring to watch the Cup Week hopefuls ahead of each race.
SOLD OUT
$875pp
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.
From $545pp
Soak up the atmosphere and tradition of Flemington in The Dining Room. Every race is on show as you enjoy a seasonal three-course à la carte menu and premium beverages.
From $630pp
The Byerley invites you to experience Flemington at its most refined, where elegance, tradition and fine dining come together.
From $650pp
Perched above the horse stalls and Pre-Parade Ring, The Parade Social is an all-inclusive experience exclusive.
From $365pp
Step into the light-filled Atrium and experience Cup Week in style.
SOLD OUT
From $465pp
Dining on the tiered section of The Atrium provides shared dining with a front row view of the track and crowd below.
SOLD OUT
From $325pp
Straight Six brings a relaxed, Italian-inspired dining experience to your race day, curated by Johnny Di Francesco of 400 Gradi.
From $105pp
Reserving a table in The Forum guarantees you and your guests a reserved spot for the day, giving you the flexibility to enjoy the day your way.
From $125pp
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.
SOLD OUT
From $105pp
With its laid-back atmosphere and prime location, the always-popular Furlong Bar is an ideal spot to watch the racing action in comfort.
SOLD OUT
From $105pp
Reserve a table on the Members Lawn, giving you the freedom to come and go as you please while still being at the centre of all the action.
From $105pp
Members and their guests can enjoy the buzz of The Birdcage with the comfort and convenience of a reserved bar table for the day.
$200 per site
There’s nothing quite like hosting your own race day experience – and The Nursery is where it happens.
$1660 per site
Take your Melbourne Cup Carnival experience up a notch with a Nursery Super Site – the ultimate in space, style and trackside hosting.
$995 per site
The Rails Promenade delivers an unmatched vantage point from within The Birdcage – so close to the track you’ll feel a part of the action.
FROM $30pp
Reserve a grandstand-style seat for any Carnival race day and enjoy an uninterrupted view of all the day's racing.
$295pp
Share your Cup Week experience with friends and family by purchasing a Members Enclosure Daily Guest Ticket.
$199pp
Rendezvous in The Birdcage with friends and family this Cup Week by purchasing a Birdcage Pedestrian Pass.
Price on application
Welcome your guests into your own private suite with one of the best views at Flemington, located opposite the Winning Post.
Price on application
Introducing The 350 Collective - a brand-new private venue located on the coveted east end of the Front Lawn.
Prizemoney: $1,000,000
3YO Fillies Set Weights. Apprentices cannot claim.
Registered name: VRC Oaks
‘Australia’s First Fillies Classic’
167th of Series
Prizemoney: $300,000
3YO Fillies Set Weights plus Penalties. Apprentices cannot claim.
46th of Series
Prizemoney: $175,000
Open Handicap. Apprentices cannot claim.
43rd of Series
SIR CHESTER MANIFOLD (1897–1979)
Sir Thomas Chester Manifold, grazier and racing administrator, Chairman of the Victoria Racing Club 1951–62, Committee Member for 35 years from 1937 to 1972, Vice Chairman 1942–51, was an inaugural inductee into the Australian Racing Hall of Fame. He was inaugural Chairman of Victoria’s TAB 1961– 68, having been instrumental in its formation. Sir Chester served as an officer in both the First and Second World War and was a member of the Victorian Parliament 1929–33. He re-established his father’s Talindert Stud, Camperdown, breeding and racing many fine racehorses including the champion steeplechaser Crisp.
Prizemoney: $175,000
Set Weights plus Penalties. Apprentices cannot claim.
CENTURY (Better Boy (IRE) – Royal Suite)
Century was one of the best sprinters to race at Flemington in the 20th century, and he then made a huge contribution to Victoria’s bloodstock industry. He sired some 44 stake winners including such champions as Centauria, Double Century, Euclase, Indian Raj, Rubiton and Stage Hit. A Victorian-bred son of champion Better Boy, Century himself was 1978 Australian Champion Sire. On the racetrack, trained by Bart Cummings and ridden by Roy Higgins, Century won 11 of his 29 starts. He loved Flemington. His wins here included the 1972 VRC Ascot Vale Stakes and Sires’ Produce, the 1973 Newmarket Handicap and Craven A (Coolmore Stud Stakes), and the 1974 Lightning Stakes.
Prizemoney: $350,000
3YO & Upwards Fillies & Mares Set Weights plus Penalties. Apprentices cannot claim.
Prizemoney: $500,000
Benchmark 80 Handicap. Apprentices cannot claim.
Prizemoney: $150,000
3&4YO Fillies & Mares Benchmark 70 Handicap. Apprentices cannot claim.
Prizemoney: $150,000
Benchmark 80 Grand Handicap. Apprentices can claim.
Prizemoney: $150,000
Benchmark 90 Handicap. Apprentices cannot claim.
With premium accommodation, fine dining, exclusive experiences and ticket options – experience an elevated Melbourne Cup Carnival, curated just for you.
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Prizemoney: $1,000,000
Trophies: $11,500
3YO Fillies Set Weights. Apprentices cannot claim.
Registered name: VRC Oaks
‘Australia’s First Fillies Classic’
167th of Series
Prizemoney: $300,000
Trophies: $3,645
3YO Fillies Set Weights plus Penalties. Apprentices cannot claim.
46th of Series
Prizemoney: $200,000
Trophies: $2,195
Open Handicap. Apprentices cannot claim.
43rd of Series
SIR CHESTER MANIFOLD (1897–1979)
Sir Thomas Chester Manifold, grazier and racing administrator, Chairman of the Victoria Racing Club 1951–62, Committee Member for 35 years from 1937 to 1972, Vice Chairman 1942–51, was an inaugural inductee into the Australian Racing Hall of Fame. He was inaugural Chairman of Victoria’s TAB 1961– 68, having been instrumental in its formation. Sir Chester served as an officer in both the First and Second World War and was a member of the Victorian Parliament 1929–33. He re-established his father’s Talindert Stud, Camperdown, breeding and racing many fine racehorses including the champion steeplechaser Crisp.
Prizemoney: $200,000
Trophies: $2,245
Set Weights plus Penalties. Apprentices cannot claim.
CENTURY (Better Boy (IRE) – Royal Suite)
Century was one of the best sprinters to race at Flemington in the 20th century, and he then made a huge contribution to Victoria’s bloodstock industry. He sired some 44 stake winners including such champions as Centauria, Double Century, Euclase, Indian Raj, Rubiton and Stage Hit. A Victorian-bred son of champion Better Boy, Century himself was 1978 Australian Champion Sire. On the racetrack, trained by Bart Cummings and ridden by Roy Higgins, Century won 11 of his 29 starts. He loved Flemington. His wins here included the 1972 VRC Ascot Vale Stakes and Sires’ Produce, the 1973 Newmarket Handicap and Craven A (Coolmore Stud Stakes), and the 1974 Lightning Stakes.
Prizemoney: $500,000
Trophies: $3,345
Benchmark 80 Handicap. Apprentices cannot claim.
Prizemoney: $350,000
Trophies: $5,649
3YO & Upwards Fillies & Mares Set Weights plus Penalties. Apprentices cannot claim.
Prizemoney: $150,000
Trophies: $2,645
3&4YO Fillies & Mares Benchmark 70 Handicap. Apprentices cannot claim.
Prizemoney: $150,000
Trophies: $2,245
Benchmark 90 Handicap (Grey horses only). Apprentices cannot claim.
SUBZERO (Kala Dancer (GB) – Wiley Trade (USA))
The Australian-bred grey gelding Subzero (by Kala Dancer), trained by Lee Freedman, won the South Australian Derby and Adelaide Cup before triumphing in the Melbourne Cup on a wet track in 1992, ridden by Greg Hall. Lasting fame for ‘Subbie’ came post-retirement, first as a Clerk of the Course horse at Flemington, later as a four-legged racing ambassador visiting schools, country towns, retirement homes and shopping centres with mentor Graham Salisbury. The story of this duo, who died within two months of each other in 2020, became part of modern Australian racing folklore.
Prizemoney: $150,000
Trophies: $2,145
Benchmark 90 Handicap. Apprentices cannot claim.
