Getting Home
Departing Flemington Racecourse:
11:06 AM - 6:26 PM Stopping Melbourne Showgrounds, North Melbourne, or express through to Southern Cross Station.
TAB Australian Cup Day is a marquee event on the racing calendar and a thrilling conclusion to the Flemington Racing Spectacular.
Experience the excitement of the $2.5 million Group 1 TAB Australian Cup (2000m), where legends like Dulcify, Bonecrusher, Octagonal, Lonhro, and Makybe Diva have left their mark.
The action does not stop there! The undercard features the highly anticipated $500,000 Listed Lexus Roy Higgins (2600m), offering the first golden ticket for the 2025 Lexus Melbourne Cup (3200m).
Under 18s free!
Saturday 29 March, 2025
Gates open: 11:30 am
First race: 12:15 pm
Last race: 5:35 pm
Feature race:
Group 1 TAB Australian Cup (2000m)
Listed Lexus Roy Higgins (2600m) *
* Golden ticket into 2025 Lexus Melbourne Cup
Feast
In conjunction with the Melbourne Food and Wine Festival, Flemington Racecourse will host ‘Feast’ across three Saturdays in March in a new precinct on the east end of the lawn.
It promises a delicious spread to tantalise your taste buds set against the exhilarating backdrop of Group 1 thoroughbred racing, family fun and live entertainment.
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Fashions on the Field returns!
Fashions on the Field returns to Flemington this autumn as part of the Flemington Racing Spectacular on TAB Australian Cup Day, Saturday 29 March.
One Best Dressed and One Best Suited winner will be announced on the day, with each winner receiving a $2000 gift card and a spot in the Melbourne Cup Carnival Oaks Day Daily Finals on Crown Oaks Day, Thursday 6 November!
How to Enter On Course
- Entering on course is simple! Registration will be open from gates open at 11.30am until 2.00pm.
- Choose your category, Best Dressed or Best Suited, and head to the dedicated on-course registration area on Flemington Front Lawn near the Makybe Diva Statue.
- Register your details with the VRC Event staff and have your photo taken at the dedicated Fashions on the Field photo booth.
- All entrants who have registered and had their photo taken will be judged digitally by an expert panel after registrations close at 2pm.
- If you have made the Best Dressed or Best Suited final you will receive a text message and be invited back to the Flemington Front Lawn at 3pm to showcase your outfit in front of a live judging panel.
- A winner from each category will be announced on the day!
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The Byerley
FROM $270pp
Quite rightly known as the jewel in the crown of The Club Stand there is no dining experience quite like The Byerley.
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LIMITED TABLES AVAILABLE
The Dining Room
FROM $220pp
Enjoy a memorable day of dining, racing and socialising in the stylish comfort of The Dining Room.
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SOLD OUT
The Peak
FREE-TO-BOOK
Offering sweeping views of the Flemington straight, Winning Post and city skyline, plus access to the popular VRC Punters Club, The Peak is the place to be for punting enthusiasts.
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SOLD OUT
Straight Six
FROM $90pp
Settle in for a day of delicious food and thrilling racing in the vibrant and contemporary setting that is Straight Six. Offering an authentic Italian inspired menu and an expansive drinks list featuring regional wines and premium local and international beers.
General Public
Feast Value Ticket
$45pp
Enjoy all the action of a Flemington Pass (General Admission) ticket, plus get an additional $30 worth of food and beverage credit to be used at Feast by MFWF per person for just $15 more.
Flemington Pass (General Admission)
$30 PER PERSON
$60 PER FAMILY
Witness all the thrilling racing action up close from the famous Flemington Front Lawn or in one of the many bars and eateries across course.
Flemington Race Day Annual Pass
$199pp
Enjoy all the racing action at Flemington with a Flemington Race Day Annual Pass providing general admission access to all remaining race days in 2025, including all four days of the Melbourne Cup Carnival!
Furphy Deck
FROM $199pp
Gather your friends and join the Furphy Deck party, with an elevated view of the track and Flemington Front lawn, plus an all-inclusive food and drinks package.
Mates Rates
TABLE OF 4 | $150
TABLE OF 6 | $210
Reserve your table for 4 or 6 on the Front Lawn and enjoy great racing with relaxed vibes, and a ‘bucket of drinks’ per table on arrival.
Picnic Pods
TABLE OF 6 | $210
Reserve your table for 6 on the Front Lawn and enjoy great racing with relaxed vibes, and a ‘bucket of drinks’ per table on arrival.
SOLD OUT
Group of Mates
$95pp
A Group of Mates package secures you a private fenced off area on the Flemington Front Lawn with tables, chairs and umbrellas, and great trackside views of The Winning Post for groups of 20 up to 50.
Members Guest Ticketing
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Members Enclosure Daily Guest
$65pp
Members have the option to bring friends and family to a race day by either purchasing a Members Enclosure Daily Guest Ticket or using their VRC Complimentary Guest Passes to redeem a complimentary Members Enclosure Daily Guest Ticket.
Hospitality
Hill Stand Corporate Suites
$360pp
Welcome your guests into your own private suite with one of the best views at Flemington, located opposite the Winning Post.
Terrace Restaurant
GRAZING from $275pp
DEGUSTATION from $370pp
Dine in style with stunning panoramic views over Flemington Racecourse, with your choice of dining experience.
Members Reserved Tables
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SOLD OUT
Members Lawn
PRE-PAID TABLE from $25pp
Decked out with market umbrellas and comfortable garden furniture, the stylish Members Lawn is the perfect outdoor location.
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SOLD OUT
Furlong Bar
PRE-PAID TABLE FROM $25pp
Serving up a casual and friendly atmosphere, the always popular Furlong Bar is the ideal place to immerse yourself in a day of racing action.
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TICKETS SELLING FAST
The Atrium Trackside
PRE-PAID TABLE FROM $25pp
With its soaring views of the Flemington track below and its bright and airy design, The Atrium Trackside is the perfect spot to enjoy a day at Flemington.
Attend & Win
Scan into the racecourse before 1:30pm and members will automatically go in the draw to win a TAB Turnbull Stakes Day package which includes:
- Two nights in a Deluxe King Room at Crown Towers Melbourne for yourself and a guest, including breakfast at Conservatory
- Dining for two in The Dining Room on TAB Turnbull Stakes Day and a $100 bar tab to spend on the day.
T&Cs apply*
Good Friday Appeal
Throughout the Flemington Racing Spectacular, volunteers will be on course selling raffle tickets for the Good Friday Appeal, with all proceeds supporting The Royal Children’s Hospital’s ground-breaking research, state-of-the-art equipment, and family centred care programs.
Meet the Maker
Curated by Melbourne Food and Wine Festival, racegoers can enjoy a special Meet the Maker tasting experience, highlighting some of Victoria’s finest produce, including Daylesford Cider, Long Paddock Cheese, Cuvee Chocolate, Chappy Chips, Dal Zotto Wines and MDI Wines.
TAB Clubhouse
Try your luck with the TAB Vendy or test your skills in the Target Handball Challenge. Don’t miss TAB Clubhouse fun! Located on the front lawn opposite TAB Saintly Place.
Flemington Family Lawn
The little ones will be entertained all day long with pony rides, face painting and lawn games, with more exciting activities to be announced!
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Phar Lap Club
Tailored exclusively for our youngest members, an exciting range of fun activities will be available all throughout Flemington Racing Spectacular. Members are invited to immerse themselves in Kids Club-style fun and entertainment. Sign up on the day or via the link below!
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Pamper Lounge
VRC are delighted to welcome members to the Pamper Lounge this Autumn. Offering complimentary make-up touch-ups, express manicures and hair styling to leave you glowing throughout the day, from race 1 in The Atrium of the Grandstand.
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Flemington Fashion Illustrators
The very popular Fashion Illustrators will be back for Autumn. Located in The Club Stand, be sure to pop in to have an artistic illustration of you created.
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Live Entertainment
Join fellow members after the feature race for a lively sing-along with our resident and very popular piano man in G.H. Mumm Champagne Bar.
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Live DJ
Head up to The Roof Garden to enjoy live entertainment post the feature race with our guest DJ who will be playing all your favourite tunes.
VRC Punters Club
Join in the fun with our expert tipsters who have been in hot form lately. Register before Race 4 for just $10 in TAB Saintly Place Sports Bar or members are able to book in The Peak.
TAB Saintly Place Sports Bar
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. Plus, you can sign up to the VRC Punters Club for only $10 for some extra excitement!
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Members Bar Raffle
Order at the Members Bar Bistro for your chance to win! Every purchase at the bistro earns you a ticket into the Members Bar Raffle, where five amazing prizes are up for grabs each race day.
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Race Sweep in Dining Venues
Dine and be in the running. All Members dining in The Straight Six, The Byerley, and The Dining Room will be automatically entered into each venues sweep for the main race of the day.
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Guest Speakers in The Byerley
Members dining in The Byerley will be treated to a surprise guest speaker across each of the three days, featuring Q&A segments hosted by Elly Wicks.
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Spin & Win
The much-loved spinning wheel is back! Keep an eye out as it moves through the Members Enclosure, giving you the chance to spin and win prizes on all three race days.
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20% Off Merchandise
For the month of March members will receive 20% off all VRC merchandise purchases online and on course.
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Happy Hour
Start your race day right with our exclusive Members Happy Hour! From gates open at 11:00am until the jump of Race 1, Members and their guests can enjoy:
- Half-price select beer and wine
- $15 glasses of G.H. Mumm Champagne
Available at Members Enclosure Retail outlets.
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Members Cocktail
The Members' Mango Magic’ cocktail is available for $15 from the Members Bar, Furlong Bar, and Bluegrass Bar in the Club Stand, as well as Atrium Trackside and Atrium HQ in the Grandstand.
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163rd of Series
Prizemoney: $2,505,185
3YO & Upwards Standard Weight-For-Age. Apprentices cannot claim.
Last year’s winner – Cascadian (GB)
58th of Series
Registered Name: The Roy Higgins
Prizemoney: $503,385
3YO & Upwards Set Weights plus Penalties. Apprentices cannot claim.
The winner of the following races will be exempt from ballot for the 2025 Group 1 Lexus Melbourne Cup (3200m).
Race History
ROY HIGGINS (1938–2014)
Roy Henry Higgins MBE was one of Australia’s greatest riders, winning eleven Melbourne Jockeys’ Premiership between 1965 and 1978. Among his career highlights were his twelve winners at the 1972 VRC three-day Autumn Carnival. Five times he rode five winners at a meeting. Roy began riding at Deniliquin, NSW, and retired from the saddle in October 1983 with more than 2500 winners. He won top- class races all over Australia including Melbourne Cups on Light Fingers (1965) and Red Handed (1967). Roy was an inaugural inductee into the Australian Racing Museum. His statue graces Flemington racecourse.
Last year’s winner – Mark Twain (NZ)
63rd of Series
Prizemoney: $203,285
2YO Fillies Set Weights plus Penalties. Apprentices cannot claim.
Last year’s winner – Tobeornototbe
47th of Series
Registered Name: Moomba Plate
Prizemoney: $502,035
3YO Set Weights plus Penalties. Apprentices cannot claim.
Last year’s winner – Estriella
Prizemoney: $177,385
Handicap. Apprentices cannot claim.
Race History
R.E. HOYSTED (1925–2014)
Robert (Bob) Edward Hoysted AM was an outstanding trainer, best known for champion sprinter Manikato, Australian Horse of the Year 1978/79 who won 29 races in a career stretching from the 1978 Golden Slipper to the 1983 Futurity. After war service with the Royal Australian Navy, Bob Hoysted began training in the 1950s. He was an Executive Member of the Australian Trainers’ Association for twenty years, and Federal President 1985–1997. Part of a notable racing dynasty, in 2008 he joined his father Fred (1883–1967) in the Australian Racing Hall of Fame.
Last year’s winner – Sans Doute
Prizemoney: $205,000
3YO Set Weights plus Penalties. Apprentices cannot claim.
Last year’s winner – Fistsoffury (Caulfield)
Prizemoney: $205,000
2YO Set Weights plus Penalties. Apprentices cannot claim.
Last year’s winner – I Am Velvet (Caulfield)
Prizemoney: $150,000
4YO & Upwards Mares Handicap. Apprentices can claim.
Prizemoney: $150,000
3YO & Upwards Handicap. Apprentices cannot claim.
Prizemoney: $80,000
Benchmark 78 Handicap. Apprentices can claim.
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