Melbourne Cup Carnival

The Melbourne Cup Carnival creates a party atmosphere unparalleled at any other Australian sporting event and is the worlds largest outdoor fashion event.

The carnival is comprised of four unique race days. 

AAMI Victoria Derby Day  
Saturday 30 October 2010  

Emirates Melbourne Cup Day         
Tuesday 2 November 2010  

Crown Oaks Day                                
Thursday 4 November 2010

Emirates Stakes Day                        
Saturday 6 November 2010  

The $6 million 2010 Emirates Melbourne Cup in its 150th running is more than just a horse race - it is a social and cultural tradition that literally brings Australia to a standstill.   The race draws competitors from all over the world with the annual invasion of northern hemisphere-trained stayers making it a truly international event.  

The Emirates Melbourne Cup now attracts a worldwide television audience of over 700 million people in 120 countries and territories while millions more either view or listen to the event via the internet.  

Experience the celebration of racing, style, fashion and glamour at Flemington.