Melbourne Cup Carnival 2025 | Horse Racing Holidays

The popularity of the Lexus Melbourne Cup, Australia’s premier race, is now internationally accepted with European entries commonplace.

Penfolds Victoria Derby Day, held on Saturday 1st November, is commonly considered the best day for racing purists and marks the start of the Melbourne Cup Carnival in style. It provides the only all-Group race-day on the Australian racing calendar. On Tuesday 4th November, Lexus Melbourne Cup Day attracts well over 100,000 race-goers eager to experience the carnival atmosphere. Run over a gruelling 3,200 metres the Lexus Melbourne Cup is a race widely considered to be the best staying handicap in the world.

The jewel in the Melbourne Cup Carnival crown is the Lexus Melbourne Cup, one of the world's richest staying races, offering $8.4 million in prize money.

To further enjoy your visit to the Melbourne Cup Carnival, why not ask about extending your stay and taking in the VRC Oaks Day or the TAB Champions Stakes Day?

Thanks to our strong expert pedigree, we’re able to source the best rates, top seats and exceptional added value for our clients in Melbourne. You truly are in the best hands with our team, who have been taking clients on dream racing holidays Down Under for 30 years.

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For your journey to and from Australia we can arrange premium lounge access, flight upgrades and personal meet and greets to ensure every element of your journey is seamless and stress-free. You'll receive 24-hour assistance and a personal concierge service to help you to get the best out of your stay.