Getting To Flemington
Trains depart Flinders Street Station, stopping at Southern Cross and North Melbourne through to Flemington Racecourse.
10:58 AM - 1:30 PM
We celebrated a legend at Flemington on Saturday 1 August as Phar Lap Race Day marked 100 years since the birth of Australia’s most iconic racehorse.
Held on the Horses’ Birthday, the day honoured every racehorse and recognised the heart of the sport, creating a fitting moment to celebrate racing’s champions past and present.
Experience Phar Lap: A Century of a Champion, a special exhibition showcasing rare memorabilia, historic photographs and unique artefacts. A highlight was the rare, restored horse float believed to have transported Phar Lap, offering a tangible connection to his remarkable story.
Phar Lap Race Day also signalled the start of the 2026–27 racing season at Flemington, with the Group 3 Aurie’s Star Handicap (1200m) headlining the program.
Saturday 1 August, 2026
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Phar Lap: A Century of a Champion Exhibition
Located within the Betting Ring, Phar Lap: A Century of a Champion celebrates 100 years since Australia's greatest racehorse captured the nation's imagination through rare memorabilia, archival material and objects never before displayed together.
Kids Corner
The Kids Corner in The Atrium will be a popular destination for the little ones with various games, a reading corner, and arts and crafts.
Live DJ
Head up to The Roof Garden to enjoy live entertainment post the feature race with our guest DJ who will be playing all your favourite tunes.
Live Entertainment
Join fellow members after the feature race for lively sing-along in the G.H. Mumm Champagne Bar.
VRC Punters Club
Try your luck to win big at the VRC Punters Club, hosted by expert tipsters. Register before Race 3 for just $10 in TAB Saintly Place Sports Bar or The Atrium for VRC Members.
TAB Saintly Place Sports Bar
Visit the TAB Saintly Place Sports Bar and enjoy the casual-style atmosphere with comfy lounges, pool tables, foosball, cold beers, and food specials. In-between races, sit back and watch the footy!
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