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The VRC is committed to meeting the diverse needs of its members, clients, customers, partners, racing industry affiliates and the community, inclusive of people with special needs. Due to a number of the facilities being temporary facilities, some facilities do not have wheelchair and pram access, however, please notify us at the time of booking of any special requirements to allow VRC to accommodate individual needs as required and to provide appropriate accessible facilities and information. 

More accessibility information.

Gentlemen (including children over 12yrs) Gentlemen are required to wear a suit of tailored slacks (tailored chinos or tailored shorts on or below the knee is acceptable), sports coat or blazer, plus tie and dress shoes. Overseas visitors are welcome to wear the formal national dress of their country.

Ladies (including children over 12yrs) Ladies are expected to maintain a suitable standard of racewear attire. Key items of clothing that are not acceptable include; short jumpsuits /playsuits and shorts or short suits that are above the knee, garments that show the belly button, including bralettes and bandeau crop tops. Overseas visitors are welcome to wear the formal national dress of their country.

Children: Younger children must be neatly dressed and accompanied by an adult. Please note it is the responsibility of the person booking the tickets to ensure their guests adhere to the dress regulations.

Strictly 18+

The VRC is proud to support Ronald McDonald House Charities as the Pin & Win charity partner for 2026. Pins will be available for purchase from roaming volunteers across the track on each race day or purchase online here.

Alcohol is not able to be taken out of the marquees or restaurants as specified in the liquor license. 

Of course you can. Just make sure you scan your ticket to exit at the turnstiles as you leave the racecourse.

You will also need to ensure that your wristband remains affixed on your wrist when leaving and returning to the venue.

This package includes exclusive access to the rails to view the races.

If you’re new to racing and to Flemington, he are some tips to help you find the best places to see the horses and watch them race.

• Parade Ring: Racegoers can view horses at rest in their stall, being saddled up for their race, and briefly being paraded before entering the tunnel to the Mounting Yard.

• Mounting Yard: Racegoers can view horses being paraded at length in saddlecloth order, both before and after being mounted by riders, before they are then taken onto the track and to the starting barriers.

The payment terms can be found  Private and Shared Facilities at Melbourne Cup Carnival Terms & Conditions (PDF)  as well as on the booking forms.