Current financial MCC members will have access to purchase two guest passes at a discounted fee and up to two more guest passes at the standard guest pass fee to enter the VRC members enclosure for selected race days during the season.
This will provide MCC members and their guests entry into the course and VRC members enclosure, excluding the VRC Member’s Bar.
2025/26 VRC RACING CALENDAR
(WITH MCC RECIPROCAL RIGHTS)
| Date | Event |
|---|---|
| Wednesday December 31 | Spring Classic Preview Race Day |
| Saturday January 10 | New Year's Eve Race Day |
| Saturday January 17 | VRC Standish Handicap Race Day |
| Saturday April 25 | VRC Summer Fun Race Day |
| Saturday May 16 | ANZAC Day Race Day |
| Saturday June 6 | Andrew Ramsden Race Day |
| Saturday June 20 | VRC Country Race Day |
| Saturday July 4 | Flemington Finals Race Day |
| Saturday July 18 | VRC Members Race Day |
Ticket Purchase Methods
Tickets for the Race Days listed above can be purchased online via Ticketmaster.
When purchasing your members visitor ticket(s), MCC members must enter the member barcode located on their membership card/s.
Tickets on Race Day, subject to availability, can be purchased at the Main Entrance, Hill Gate Entrance and Flemington Train Platform.
2025 Melbourne Cup Carnival
As a reciprocal Club partner, the Victoria Racing Club is delighted to offer MCC members the chance to purchase a site in The Nursery or The Rails Promenade for the 2025 Melbourne Cup Carnival! Experience all that Cup Week has to offer, from world-class racing to the very best in fashion, food, and entertainment.
Entertaining guests and enjoying a picnic lunch on the grounds of Flemington has been a tradition of the Melbourne Cup Carnival since the late 1800s. Over the years these ‘boot parties’ have hosted many joyous celebrations as members embrace this unique way of entertaining at a major event – we anticipate this year to be no different with the option to BYO or have it all organised for you
To access this reciprocal offer, you will need a letter of introduction from the MCC. Request a letter by emailing membership@mcc.org.au.
To book, email the letter of introduction along with the day and package you are looking to book to membership@vrc.net.au. The VRC Membership Team will be in touch to arrange payment.
If you have any questions about the 2025 Melbourne Cup Carnival, you can call the VRC Membership Services team on 1300 727 575 or email membership@vrc.net.au.
Experience the thunderous roar and blur of colour as jockeys and horses race past The Rails Promenade. Part of The Birdcage experience, this popular trackside favourite offers the perfect vantage point to witness every race up close, all day long. Best of all, The Rails Promenade sites come fully furnished, so all you need to do is plan the menu!
| The Rails Promenade Car Sites | Price per site | Pedestrian Passes* |
|---|---|---|
| Lexus Melbourne Cup Day | $845 | $150 |
| Crown Oaks Day | $995 | $150 |
| TAB Champions Stakes Day | $845 | $150 |
*A Minimum of 10 Tickets and Maximum of 15 Tickets.
The Nursery allows you to design your very own BYO or catered experience and the option to bring your own gear or hire the lot, for memories that will last a lifetime. Comprehensive racing coverage, betting facilities and easy access to all amenities – the Nursery has it all!
| The Nursery Car Sites | Price per site | Pedestrian Passes* |
|---|---|---|
| Howden Victoria Derby Day | $475 | $140 |
| Crown Oaks Day | $200 | $99 |
| TAB Champions Stakes Day | $200 | $99 |
*A Minimum of 10 Tickets and Maximum of 25 Tickets.
All the Nursery has to offer – but bigger! A Nursery Super Site lets you take your Carnival experience to the next level. Entertain your friends in a larger site with a marquee roof and surrounding fence.
| The Nursery Super Sites | Price per site | Pedestrian Passes* |
|---|---|---|
| Howden Victoria Derby Day | $2,310 | $140 |
| Crown Oaks Day | $1,660 | $99 |
| TAB Champions Stakes Day | $1,210 | $99 |
*A Minimum of 10 Tickets and Maximum of 25 Tickets.
Melbourne Cricket Club members can purchase Dining on Crown Oaks Day and TAB Champions Stakes Day in the Atrium Flat (tables of 2, 3, 4 or 6) or Atrium Tiered (shared tables of up to 10 people).
| Event | Atrium Tiered | Atrium Flat |
|---|---|---|
| Crown Oaks Day | Sold out | $660 per person |
| TAB Champions Stakes Day | $760 per person | $660 per person |
Introducing The Parade Social: a brand-new Melbourne Cup Carnival experience located in the Birdcage. Perched above the horse stalls, this all-inclusive space offers a more connected way to enjoy race day — where the quiet anticipation of the horses below meets the vibrant social energy above.
Take in uninterrupted views of the Pre-Parade Ring as the world’s finest thoroughbreds prepare to race and share the moment with fellow guests over a signature cocktail on arrival, followed by an indulgent all-day grazing menu and beverages presented by Atlantic Group.
| The Parade Social | Price per person* |
|---|---|
| Howden Victoria Derby Day | $1,195 |
| Lexus Melbourne Cup Day | $1,195 |
| Crown Oaks Day | $945 |
Looking to upgrade your experience? Experience the exclusivity of The Birdcage from the comfort of your own reserved site in The Rails Promenade on Lexus Melbourne Cup Day, Crown Oaks Day and TAB Champions Stakes Day.
Each site comes fully furnished with an all-day food and beverage package, so you can enjoy all the socialising and racing throughout the day. In between races take a stroll through the magical promenades in The Birdcage.
And if you are looking to celebrate after the races head up to The Park Live Stage for headline music acts.
| The Birdcage Reserved | Price per person* |
|---|---|
| Lexus Melbourne Cup Day |
$560 |
| Crown Oaks Day |
$550 |
| TAB Champions Stakes Day |
$550 |
*A Minimum of 10 Tickets and Maximum of 15 Tickets. Price includes Rails site allocation
VRC DINING OPTIONS FOR MCC MEMBERS
From two weeks prior to select race days, MCC members who are entitled to Members Enclosure ticketing at Flemington Racecourse may book Members dining subject to availability.
Please contact the VRC membership team on 1300 727 575 to arrange a booking.
Please note, when booking dining you will be issued with a Reciprocal Members guest ticket as part of the package.
Dress Regulations
Gentleman (including children over 12)
Gentlemen are required to wear a suit of tailored slacks (tailored chinos acceptable), sports coat or blazer, plus a tie and dress shoes.
Between December 1 and March 13, jackets may be removed.
Overseas visitors are welcome to wear the formal national dress of their country.
Ladies (including children over 12)
Ladies are expected to maintain a suitable standard in keeping with the dignity of the Members Enclosure.
Key items of clothing that are not acceptable include: short jumpsuits or playsuits, garments that show the midriff and shorts.
Overseas visitors are welcome to wear the formal national dress of heir country.
For further information, MCC members can contact VRC Membership Services on 1300 727 575 or via email at membership@vrc.net.au.
