IMPORTANT INFORMATION
MEMBERS ENCLOSURE AT A GLANCE
There’s nothing quite like stepping into Flemington’s revered Members Enclosure as a fresh new Cup Week celebration kicks off.
Enclosed in this Guide is all the detail you will need for planning your 2024 Melbourne Cup Carnival. The hardest decision will be where to go and what to do for each of the days during Cup Week.
A world of four thrilling days awaits
There’s nothing quite like stepping into Flemington’s revered Members Enclosure as a fresh new Cup Week celebration kicks off. The hardest decision will be where to go and what to do each day.
The many ways to explore Melbourne Cup Carnival
Planning to scan in and make your own adventure?
Keep a look out for the No Booking Required symbol throughout - from traditional favourites to brand new experiences for young and old, there are so many fabulous options available, all you have to do is scan into the Members Enclosure using your membership card and join the party.
Prefer to have everything booked, ready & waiting?
If you prefer to have your favourite spot ready and waiting for you, then members will find a wide range of dining options available to book, from the traditional members Dining Room to the vibrant Straight Six. Alternatively, several venues will have a selection of pre-paid reserved tables which members can book, providing a dedicated space for the day and the flexibility to come and go as you please.
The time-honoured tradition of hosting a site in The Rails Promenade or The Nursery or reserving your own seat in the stands to watch the races and soak in the crowd is also ready and waiting.
Bring along family and friends
VRC Members can purchase Members Enclosure Daily Guest Tickets which provide entry into Flemington plus access to all areas of the Members Enclosure (except Members Bar), including The Nursery, The Birdcage and The Rails Promenade.
Members Enclosure Daily Guest Tickets
Penfolds Victoria Derby Day
Lexus Melbourne Cup Day
Crown Oaks Day
TAB Champions Stakes Day
$395pp
$395pp
$295pp
$295pp
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All you need to know about the Members Carnival On-Sale
All tickets for Members Dining, Members Reserved Tables, Car Parks, Members Enclosure Daily Guest Tickets, and Reserved Seating are available for purchase via Ticketmaster.
All members must be financial for the 2024/25 racing season to access Melbourne Cup Carnival tickets. If you are yet to renew for the 2024/25 season, please visit the VRC Member Portal - My VRC or call the Membership Services Team on 1300 727 575.
For all bookable products, Members Dining, Reserved Tables, Car Parks, Members Enclosure Daily Guest Tickets and Reserved Seating, the following is required at time of purchase:
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A MyTicketmaster account: create one at ticketmaster.com.au if you don’t already have one, otherwise login and ensure your details are up to date including your credit card
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A valid credit or debit card
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The barcode number on the back of your VRC Membership card and any Annual Guest Cards
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The barcode number/s of any other members or guest card holders within your group
Please take your time to explore all that is on offer for the 2024 Melbourne Cup Carnival for members and if you have any questions prior to the on-sale, please call 1300 727 575 to speak with one of our Membership Services Team members.
Please note
Member barcodes are only eligible for use once per venue or space - either Dining, Reserved Tables, Reserved Seating or a Car Park site - for each day of the Melbourne Cup Carnival.
If securing tickets for Members Dining, Reserved Tables or Reserved Seating as a group, nominate one member to book on behalf of the group and please have ready the barcode numbers of any membership or annual guest cards you intend to use.
VRC Members Carnival On-Sale
In 2024, there will be an on-sale date for each of the four days of the Melbourne Cup Carnival – with the on-sale for Members Dining, Members Reserved Tables, Car Parks and Members Enclosure Daily Guest Tickets staggered throughout each of these days.
ON SALE MONDAY 19 AUGUST
Penfolds Victoria Derby Day
EXPERIENCE
TIME
10am
2pm
4pm
The Club Stand Dining & Reserved Tables
The Byerley, The Dining Room, Straight Six, Furlong Bar Reserved Tables, Members Lawn Reserved Tables
The Grandstand Dining & Reserved Tables
The Atrium Flat, The Atrium Tired, The Peak, The Forum Reserved Tables
Car Parks, The Birdcage Reserved Tables, Members Enclosure Daily Guest Tickets
The Rails Promenade, The Nursery, The Birdcage Reserved Tables, Daily Guest Tickets
ON SALE TUESDAY 20 AUGUST
Lexus Melbourne Cup Day
EXPERIENCE
TIME
10am
2pm
4pm
The Club Stand Dining & Reserved Tables
The Byerley, The Dining Room, Straight Six, Furlong Bar Reserved Tables, Members Lawn Reserved Tables
The Grandstand Dining & Reserved Tables
The Atrium Flat, The Atrium Tired, The Peak, The Forum Reserved Tables
Car Parks, The Birdcage Reserved Tables, Members Enclosure Daily Guest Tickets
The Rails Promenade, The Nursery, The Birdcage Reserved Tables, Daily Guest Tickets
ON SALE THURSDAY 22 AUGUST
Crown Oaks Day
EXPERIENCE
TIME
10am
2pm
4pm
The Club Stand Dining & Reserved Tables
The Byerley, The Dining Room, Straight Six, Furlong Bar Reserved Tables, Members Lawn Reserved Tables
The Grandstand Dining & Reserved Tables
The Atrium Flat, The Atrium Tired, The Peak, The Forum Reserved Tables
Car Parks, The Birdcage Reserved Tables, Members Enclosure Daily Guest Tickets
The Rails Promenade, The Nursery, The Birdcage Reserved Tables, Daily Guest Tickets
ON SALE FRIDAY 23 AUGUST
TAB Champions Stakes Day
EXPERIENCE
TIME
10am
2pm
4pm
The Club Stand Dining & Reserved Tables
The Byerley, The Dining Room, Straight Six, Furlong Bar Reserved Tables, Members Lawn Reserved Tables
The Grandstand Dining & Reserved Tables
The Atrium Flat, The Atrium Tired, The Peak, The Forum Reserved Tables
Car Parks, The Birdcage Reserved Tables, Members Enclosure Daily Guest Tickets
The Rails Promenade, The Nursery, The Birdcage Reserved Tables, Daily Guest Tickets
Everything you need to know about Restricted Member access
In addition to general admission access across all four days of the Melbourne Cup Carnival, there are many options available for VRC Restricted Members. Please read the following information carefully so that you are well prepared for the upcoming on-sale and experience the best Melbourne Cup Carnival yet.
Members Enclosure access - Penfolds Victoria Derby Day and Lexus Melbourne Cup Day
Restricted Members can access the Members Enclosure on Penfolds Victoria Derby Day and Lexus Melbourne Cup Day by purchasing a Restricted Member Daily Ticket, at the Restricted Member prices below.
Restricted Member Daily Ticket
Penfolds Victoria Derby Day
Lexus Melbourne Cup Day
$307pp
$296pp
Members Enclosure access - Crown Oaks Day and TAB Champions Stakes Day
On Crown Oaks Day and TAB Champions Stakes Day, Restricted Members can simply scan their VRC Membership card to access the course and the Members Enclosure, with no additional ticket required.
Members Car Parks
Restricted Members can scan their VRC Membership card to access the Car Parks (The Nursery, The Rails Promenade and The Birdcage) on all four days of the Melbourne Cup Carnival.
Restricted Members can purchase Car Park Sites plus Pedestrian Passes for their guests on all four days of the Melbourne Cup Carnival.
Please refer to the car park destination of your choice for more details.
Members Dining
Restricted Members can purchase Members Dining on Penfolds Victoria Derby Day and Lexus Melbourne Cup Day at the Restricted Member price.
On Crown Oaks Day and TAB Champions Stakes Day, Restricted Members can purchase Members Dining at the Member price.
Please refer to the dining venue of your choice for more details.
Members Reserved Tables
Restricted Members can purchase Members Reserved Tables in select venues on Penfolds Victoria Derby Day and Lexus Melbourne Cup Day at the Restricted Member price.
On Crown Oaks Day and TAB Champions Stakes Day, Restricted Members can purchase Members Reserved Tables at the Member price.
Please refer to the venue of your choice for more details.
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IMPORTANT INFORMATION
