The Melbourne Cup Carnival is an unparalleled four day celebration of racing, food and wine, fashion and glamour. For one week in spring, fabulous Flemington becomes the corporate, social and sporting epicentre of Australia.

With the best thoroughbreds from Australia and, increasingly, around the world taking centre stage throughout the world’s most vibrant racing carnival, it is a celebration not to be missed and never to be forgotten.

Carbine Marquee
Picture a colourfully decorated marquee with a vibrant, festive atmosphere resting on the banks of the Maribyrnong River at the western end of Flemington Racecourse.

Here you are greeted with a complimentary drink on arrival, followed by a delicious buffet lunch and afternoon tea refreshments.

You can watch the racing action from the comfort of the marquee on one of several television screens, or see it live from the seating area in the Lawn Stand just a short stroll away. In the courtyard you’ll have access to a bookmaker and tote facilities, as well as a relaxing outdoor seating area overlooking the river.

Package includes
– Coach transfers to Flemington Racecourse and return from Victorian Arts Centre Melbourne
– Racecourse admission for each guest
– Racebook for each guest
– Morning tea (Emirates Melbourne Cup Day only)
– Buffet lunch
– Afternoon tea
– Complimentary glass of sparkling wine, wine, beer or soft drink on arrival
– Cash bar for beverages
– Beverage package available for purchase for tables of 10 guests
– Reserved seat at a table for the day inside the marquee
– Access to a seat in a reserved section of the Lawn Stand
– Tote facilities and bookmaker
– Television screens within the marquee
– Outdoor seating area with market umbrellas

Banks Precinct
This very popular Melbourne Cup Carnival location provides something for everyone within an enclosure that boasts a brilliant raceday vibe.

Banks Precinct (formerly Banks @ Ascot) will deliver an exciting experience for racegoers looking to immerse themselves in the party atmosphere that the Carnival has become renowned for.

All the racing action will be offered on superscreens while an entertainment area will be a great place to party.

The leafy al fresco surrounds and a range of shade structures will ensure that patrons are provided with a selection of areas in which to relax and make a base for the day.

Banks Precinct will also include a feature bar, catering outlets, tote facilities and bookmakers whilst allowing access to all general public areas around the racecourse.

Package includes
– Racecourse admission
– Admission to Banks Precinct
– Racebook for each guest

Banks Precinct will also include the following amenities
– A selection of take-away and gourmet style food and beverages available for purchase
– Live entertainment between races
– Large superscreens
– Tote facilities and bookmaker
– Tables, chairs and market umbrellas