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The carnival is split across four race days at Flemington: Howden Victoria Derby Day on Saturday 31 October, Lexus Melbourne Cup Day on Tuesday 3 November, Crown Oaks Day on Thursday 5 November and TAB Champions Stakes Day on Saturday 7 November 2026.
Fashions on the Field is a featured competition during the carnival. Robbie Williams performs at The Elms on Melbourne Cup Day and FISHER closes the week on Champions Stakes Day, with entry to both included in a General Admission ticket.
Highlights
- Melbourne Cup Day: Tuesday 3 November 2026
- Howden Victoria Derby Day: Saturday 31 October 2026
- Crown Oaks Day: Thursday 5 November 2026
- TAB Champions Stakes Day: Saturday 7 November 2026
- Robbie Williams at The Elms on Melbourne Cup Day
Details
- Date
- 31 Oct to 7 Nov 2026
- Date note
- Four race days: 31 October, 3 November, 5 November and 7 November 2026.
- Venue
- Flemington Racecourse
- Where
- Melbourne, Australia
- Organiser
- Victoria Racing Club
- Tickets
- From General Admission from $50 per person
- Status
- Confirmed
31 Oct to 7 Nov 2026
From General Admission from $50 per person
Victoria Racing Club is the official seller. Hadath does not sell tickets. Dates and prices can change: confirm on the organiser's page before you buy or travel.
