VRC Christmas Race Day

Join us to celebrate the yuletide spirit at Flemington for VRC Christmas Race Day.

For our final race day of the year we embrace the joy and sense of community the festive season brings.

On the track the nine-race program will see some competitive fields, especially among the three-year-old races the Lexus Holiday Plate (1200m) and TAB App Trophy (1400m).

While off the course, enjoy live Christmas carolers and other Christmas themed entertainment, including Santa and his elves. Plus, the return of the Christmas Kingdom down in the Elms area, with special access for Phar Lap Club members.

Live musical entertainment after the last will add to the festivities of the day in The Roof Garden, The G.H. Mumm Champagne Bar and on the Members Lawn.

Saturday 18 December 2021

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The Races

Time	Name	Class	Distance	P$	Acceptances	Winners
12:40pm	1. TAB Trophy	Super Vobis 3YO Fillies BM70 Handicap	1400m	$130,000	View acceptances	2. Lavish Girl
1:20pm	2. Lexus Holiday Plate	Super Vobis 3YO BM70 Handicap N/C	1200m	$130,000	View acceptances	2. Squid Game
1:55pm	3. Schweppervescence Handicap	3YO & Up BM100 Handicap	2600m	$130,000	View acceptances	8. Skelm
2:30pm	4. Rubaroc Handicap	3YO & Up Fillies and Mares BM70 Handicap	1200m	$130,000	View acceptances	7. Rose Quartz
3:05pm	5. Myer Giftorium Handicap	3YO & Up BM70 Handicap	1400m	$75,000	View acceptances	12. Gentleman Roy
3:40pm	6. Kennedy Handicap	3YO+ Open Handicap (Kensington Stakes)	1400m	$130,000	View acceptances	5. Second Slip
4:20pm	7. Furphy Festive Season Sprint	3YO & Up BM84 Handicap	1200m	$130,000	View acceptances	8. Not to be mist
5:00pm	8. #LoveTheHorse Trophy	3YO & Up BM84 Handicap	1600m	$130,000	View acceptances	9. High 'n' Dry
5:40pm	9. G.H.Mumm Christmas Plate	3YO & Up BM84 Handicap	1000m	$130,000	View acceptances	7. Scorched Earth

Track conditions

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For VRC Members

Santa's Playground

Our littlest members are invited to join in the fun and excitement of the Phar Lap Club Christmas Party. A kid’s wonderland with Santa’s Playground, a surprise appearance from Santa and his elves. There will be Christmas giveaways throughout the day and the kids can have a boogie at the Christmas Disco.

Phar Lap Club members will have the opportunity to become one of Santa's little helpers with plenty of arts and craft activities including Letters to Santa, Christmas colouring and Christmas gift bag decorating. All kids under 12 welcome, with complimentary sign up to Phar Lap Club membership taken on the day.

Christmas on the Roof Garden

The famous VRC Rooftop will be transformed to get in the Christmas spirit with a carvery station and themed cocktails. The scene will also be set with festive tunes and carols throughout the day.

Members Lawn

Looking for a relaxing spot to soak up the sunny rays? Grab a spot on the lush lawn just outside The Club Stand and sit back, relax and take in all the racing action. And families are well catered for with super-fun games and activities for everyone’s enjoyment.

VRC Member Stakes

Haven’t registered for our VRC Member Stakes yet? Register by 12pm Wednesday 15^th December and join over 3000 members for your chance to win BIG every race day!

All racegoers

Christmas in the Elms

The west end of Flemington’s Front Lawn will be transformed into a festive wonderland, with an abundance of free activities for children of all ages. Be sure to visit Santa’s Stables to experience a special one-on-one moment with Santa himself.

Flemington Family Lawn

Looking for somewhere to bring the kids? Enjoy the family friendly fun on the Flemington Family Lawn, in The Elms. Away from the hustle and bustle, you can relax in comfort, enjoy the racing and watch the kids enjoy the fun-filled activities on offer, including face painting, pony rides and lawn games.

The Lounge

Witness every finish while relaxing with mates in The Lounge inside Saintly Place West. With quick access out to the Winning Post, billiards and foosball, The Lounge is a great spot to enjoy all the racing action and a day of socialising with mates.

Living Legends

2006 Group 1 Cox Plate Winner Fields of Omagh and Group 1 VRC Sprint Classic winner Santa Ana Lane will be joining us on course. See these champions of the turf as they parade around the Mounting Yard after races 1 and 4 and feed them a carrot or two in the horse stalls throughout the day.

Christmas in the Elms

Flemington Family Lawn

The Lounge

Living Legends

GIDDY UP TIPPING PRIZES

TCL 50" 4k TV and soundbar

For when you can't get to Flemington tune in to all the racing action on a brand new 50" 4K Android TV and Ray Danz Dolby Atmos Soundbar from TCL.

Valued at $1498

*Participating VRC Members also eligible for bonus prizes

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