Melbourne Cup

The Race That STOPS a Nation

Run on the 1st Tuesday in November

Melbourne Cup is Race #7 run at 3pm (AEST) over 3,200 metres at Flemington Racecourse in Melbourne Australia.

164th Melbourne Cup | Tuesday 5th November 2024

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Melbourne Cup Carnival

What's Open! Melbourne Cup Day 2026

When: 3rd November 2026

Where: Melbourne

This year, the Melbourne Cup Day (public holiday) falls on Tuesday 3 November 2026. Melbourne Cup Day is a public holiday in Victoria only (not interstate). Many Melburnian's t.. Show More..

Bendigo Cup 2026

When: 28th October 2026

Where: Bendigo Racecourse

Wednesday 28th October 2026 @ Bendigo Racecourse The APIAM Bendigo Cup is recognised as the feature thoroughbred event in country Victoria, the Bendigo Cup is a must-attend rac.. Show More..

St Michael's Cup Day Fair 2026

When: 3rd November 2026

Where: St Michael's and All Angels | Kalorama

Looking for something fun to do this Melbourne Cup Day? Our annual Cup Day Fair on 4th November is a great way to spend Cup Day with family and friends. There will be food, .. Show More..

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