International Membership

Connecting racing fans around the world to the home of racing

Introducing VRC International Membership – a tailored membership offering launching in the 2025/26 racing season, available to VRC Members who reside outside of Australia.

Whether you’re following the Flemington action from afar or planning to visit in person, International Membership provides a connection to the Club with access to selected race days throughout the season.

International Membership Fee: $300

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Membership Entitlements

Upon renewal of your membership, International Members will receive all VRC Member entitlements and privileges, however with limited race day access.

For more information on the 2025/26 renewal offer and entitlements, visit the 2025/26 renewals webpage.

Access to Melbourne Cup Carnival

Your International Membership includes access to two feature days of the Melbourne Cup Carnival: Crown Oaks Day and TAB Champions Stakes Day. Plus, you will have the option to upgrade your membership for access to Victoria Derby Day and Lexus Melbourne Cup Day

Access to Race Days Throughout the Season

International Membership includes access to Flemington Racecourse and the Members Enclosure on all race days outside of Cup Week, including spring and autumn Group 1 racing!

Five Complimentary Guest Tickets

Receive five complimentary guest tickets to share race days with family and friends throughout the racing season (not available to redeem on Melbourne Cup Carnival race days).

Joining Fee Payable over 1-3 seasons

New International Members can pay the applicable joining fee across up to three seasons, offering greater flexibility and accessibility.

Any current VRC Members who reside overseas and would like to change their 2025/26 membership offer to International Membership, are asked to contact our Membership Services Team on 1300 727 575 or email membership@vrc.net.au.

Gold Membership privileges

Privileges include:

A personalised Gold Membership Card
Recognition in the Annual Report
Access to members only areas
Admission to the racecourse on all race days
Admission to the Members Enclosure on all race days
Priority 1a access to access Melbourne Cup Carnival ticketing for one of the four days for paid dining or car parks
Admission to the Members Reserved Car Parks on all days of the Melbourne Cup Carnival.
Invite to attend one VRC selected race day in the Chairman’s Club for member and a guest (beverages not included)
Access to purchase one Gold Annual Guest Card
Six complimentary guest tickets for use across the season excluding Melbourne Cup Carnival
Gold Membership gift
Access to purchase car parking with priority parking for Melbourne Cup Carnival
Access to exclusive Member offers, events, publications and merchandise
Reciprocal privileges at Melbourne Cricket Club, Kooyong Lawn Tennis Club and other racing clubs; and
The right to vote in annual Board elections