This was the big one before Cup Week, with Group 1 Racing and plenty of fashion and fun.
TAB Turnbull Stakes Day has historically been a key indicator for contenders and horses to watch ahead of the Melbourne Cup Carnival, headlined by the $750,000 Group 1 TAB Turnbull Stakes (2000m).
Golden Ticket #7 – granted ballot exemption for the 2026 Lexus Melbourne Cup – went to the winner of the Lexus Bart Cummings (2500m), Mr. Monaco.
Saturday 3 October, 2026
The 2025 Fashions on the Field kicks off early with the Spring Best Dressed and Best Suited competitions on Crown Makybe Diva Stakes Day and TAB Turnbull Stakes Day, offering fast-track entry to the Crown Oaks Day Daily Final.
Scan into the racecourse on TAB Turnbull Stakes Day, for your chance to win one of four double passes to an exclusive experience in The Victory Suite on Howden Victoria Derby Day or TAB Champions Stakes Day.
Plus, every food and beverage purchase made in the Members Enclosure earns an additional entry when you scan your Membership Card at purchase.
Prize includes:
Exclusive access for two to The Victory Suite, opposite the Winning Post Enclosure on either Howden Victoria Derby Day or TAB Champions Stakes Day.
Beverage service throughout the experience.
Chef-inspired delights, served within The Victory Suite.
Uninterrupted views of the Home Straight and Winning Post
Scan into the racecourse for your chance to win one of four double passes to an exclusive experience in The Victory Suite on Howden Victoria Derby Day or TAB Champions Stakes Day.
Plus, every food and beverage purchase made in the Members Enclosure earns an additional entry when you scan your Membership Card.
Prize includes:
Exclusive access for two to The Victory Suite, opposite the Winning Post, on either Howden Victoria Derby Day or TAB Champions Stakes Day.
Beverage service and chef-inspired delights, served within The Victory Suite.
Uninterrupted views of the Home Straight and Winning Post
Think you can pick a winner? How about all 10?
The Flemington Fortune is launching on TAB Turnbull Stakes Day, offering punters a free shot at up to $100,000.
Scan the QR code on course, pick the winning horse in all 10 races, enter 15 minutes before race 1 and you’re in for the chance to win up to $100,000.
If no one picks the perfect card, the person who picked the most winners will win $10,000! No matter what happens on the track, at least one lucky person will go home a winner.
Buy your ticket to TAB Turnbull Stakes Day and enter on course to win.
* Terms and conditions apply.
Discover stunning millinery, stylish accessories and tailored suit jackets from some of Melbourne’s top designers – with the option for a suit fitting just in time for the Melbourne Cup Carnival.
11am at The Atrium, The Terrace, Chairman's Club, The Club Stand, Level 1
Flemington is all about fashion, so we’re offering complimentary 10-minute hair and make-up touch-ups at the Pamper Lounge in The Atrium of the Grandstand to keep you looking fabulous all day.
12pm at The Atrium, Chairman's Club
Head up to The Roof Garden to enjoy live entertainment to finish off the day with our guest DJ who will be playing all your favourite tunes.
The Piano Bar Duo is back at the G.H Mumm Champagne 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.
Eleven Golden Ticket winners will be granted ballot exemption for the 2026 Lexus Melbourne Cup.
On TAB Turnbull Stakes Day, the winner of the Group 3 Lexus Bart Cummings (2500m) will join those lucky few.
