Melbourne Cup Carnival 2026

The Melbourne Cup Carnival is an unequalled world-class event that encompasses the finest racing, entertainment, fashion, culture, food and wine all in one place - Flemington.

Held across four days, it is unrivalled in its prestige and tradition and is the unmissable social occasion of the year.

Encompassing the famous Melbourne Cup Day, along with three other key racedays: Victoria Derby Day, Oaks Day and Stakes Day, the Melbourne Cup Carnival holds a unique position in world racing as there is no comparable week anywhere that celebrates thoroughbred racing like Melbourne.

Melbourne Cup Carnival

31st October - 7th November 2026 @ Flemington Racecourse
The Melbourne Cup Carnival is an unequalled world-class event that encompasses the finest racing, entertainment, fashion, culture, food and wine all in one place - Flemington. Held across four days, it is unrivalled in its prestige and tradition and is the unmissable social occasion of the year.

Four Days @ Flemington

The Melbourne Cup Carnival is comprised of four unique race days:
DAY 1 - Saturday - Victoria Derby Day - 1st October 2026
DAY 2 - Tuesday - Melbourne Cup Day - 3rd November 2026
DAY 3 - Thursday - Oaks Day - 5th November 2026
DAY 4 - Saturday - Stakes Day - 7th November 2026

What To Wear

There is no formal dress code for General Admission. Racegoers are encouraged to dress smart for the occasion.

Every race day there is an official flower that can be purchased from flower sellers near the entrances, upon arrival to Flemington.

See Carnival Flowers

The Party

The Melbourne Cup Carnival creates a party atmosphere unparalleled at any other Australian sporting event.

The huge crowds which pack into Flemington Racecourse are there for a good time and whether it's a day in one of the countless corporate marquees which span the racecourse, a car boot party in the Members' Car Park, a picnic on the public lawn or fine dining in one of the racecourse's many excellent restaurants and marquee enclosures, there is a sense of fun and excitement which is unique to this great event.

People swarm to Flemington on foot, by car, train, tram, boat or helicopter as all roads, rails and rivers direct the hordes to the centre of the action for four days of frenetic fun.

It's an experience not to be missed!

VISITING

RACEDAY GUIDE MOBILE APP

Enhance your raceday experience by downloading the 'Flemington Raceday Guide' mobile app on iPhone.

Flemington Raceday Guide iPhone App

Explore the best of what's on offer at Flemington, including on-course experiences, events, locations and social updates.

Melbourne Cup Carnival Cruise

Cruising to Flemington Racecourse along the picturesque Yarra and Maribyrnong River offers the most enjoyable and relaxing way to immerse yourself in the vibrant atmosphere of the Spring Racing Carnival.

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