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Cox Plate Carnival 2026
--> Flemington Racecourse, 448 Epsom Road Flemington
--> When: Friday 23rd October 2026 - Saturday 24th October 2026
In 2026, the two-day Cox Plate Carnival will be held at Flemington Racecourse while Moonee Valley Racecourse is being renovated. Significant group one races in the Australian racing calendar - the...

Daylight Saving 2026/2027 | Starts
--> Melbourne
--> When: Sunday 4th October 2026
This is a reminder to turn your clocks FORWARD one hour for the start of the 2026/2027 daylight saving period on Sunday 4th October 2026. Clocks are moved clockwise one hour from 2am to...

Heathcote Wine & Food Festival 2026
--> Heathcote Showgrounds, Corner Caldwell St and Chauncey St Heathcote South
--> When: Saturday 10th October 2026 - Sunday 11th October 2026
Saturday 10th October 2026 - Sunday 11th October 2026 @ Heathcote Showgrounds Heathcote Wine & Food Festival returns to the Heathcote Showgrounds, once again bringing wine to the people and...

Main Street Mornington Festival 2026
--> Main Street Mornington
--> When: Sunday 18th October 2026
A family-friendly, free community event that attracts thousands of visitors each year to the iconic Main Street of Mornington. It showcases local produce, wine, food, art and music, while also...

Oktoberfest Melbourne 2026
--> Melbourne
--> When: Thursday 1st October 2026 - Saturday 31st October 2026
Dust off the dirndl and loosen up the lederhosen, Oktoberfest comes to town Oktoberfest brings all things Munich to Melbourne throughout October. Bars and restaurants across Melbourne...

Sportsbet Caulfield Cup 2026
--> Caulfield Racecourse, Station Street Caulfield East
--> When: Saturday 17th October 2026
Some years are special. This one is once in a lifetime. The Sportsbet Caulfield Cup marks its 150th running in 2026, a milestone that promises to make an already iconic race day truly...



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