2026 Melbourne Cup Carnival
31 October - 07 November, 2026
Steeped in history and bursting with excitement, the Melbourne Cup Carnival is Australia’s most celebrated day of racing. From the thrill of the track to the fashion, entertainment, and unforgettable moments, it’s an experience like no other.
Be part of the action at the 2026 Melbourne Cup Carnival with official travel packages from Sportsnet Holidays and enjoy this iconic event in style.
Melbourne Cup Carnival Ticket Packages
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Build Your Own Package | Available | View | ||
<p>Experience the Melbourne Cup Carnival with a Build Your Own Package, including a general admission or hospitality ticket of your choice, CBD accommodation, and selected unique experiences. </p> | ||||
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2 Night Howden Victoria Derby Day Package | Available | View | ||
<p>Experience the Melbourne Cup Carnival with a 2-Night Howden Victoria Derby Day Package, including General Admission, CBD accommodation, daily breakfast, and a return River Cruise Transfer with morning tea, drinks, and gourmet bites. </p> | ||||
2 Night Lexus Melbourne Cup Day Water Taxi Package | Available | View | ||
<p>Experience the Melbourne Cup Carnival with a 2-Night Lexus Melbourne Cup Day Package, including General Admission, CBD accommodation, daily breakfast, and a return Water Taxi transfer. </p> | ||||
2 Night Crown Oaks Day Package | Available | View | ||
<p>Experience the Melbourne Cup Carnival with a 2-Night Crown Oaks Day Package, including General Admission, CBD accommodation, daily breakfast, and a return river cruise transfer with drinks, food, and themed entertainment. </p> | ||||
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4 Night Lexus Melbourne Cup Day and Crown Oaks Day Package | Available | View | ||
<p>Experience two of the biggest days on the Australian racing calendar, with official tickets to Flemington Racecourse, 4 nights quality hotel accommodation, plus river cruise/water taxi transfers to the races.</p> | ||||
5 Night Howden Victoria Derby Day and Lexus Melbourne Cup Day Package | Available | View | ||
<p>Experience the Melbourne Cup Carnival with a 5-Night Luxury Package, including General Admission to Howden Victoria Derby Day and Lexus Melbourne Cup Day, river cruise/water taxi transfers, Yarra Valley Winery Tour, and CBD accommodation.</p> | ||||
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Melbourne Cup Carnival 2026 tickets are already available in an Official Melbourne Cup Carnival 2026 Travel Package from Sportsnet Holidays.
The Melbourne Cup Carnival 2026 will be held 31 October - 07 November, 2026.
The easiest way to buy Melbourne Cup Carnival 2026 tickets is through an official travel package from Sportsnet Holidays. All Melbourne Cup Carnival 2026 packages contain official Melbourne Cup Carnival 2026 tickets + exclusive experiences, accommodation & more.
Melbourne Cup Carnival 2026 ticket packages start from $599 per person, twin share.
The Melbourne Cup Carnival 2026 will be held at the Flemington Racecourse, Melbourne, Australia.
Melbourne Cup Carnival 2026 accommodation options include Rendezvous Hotel Melbourne, Shadow Play Melbourne By Peppers, Movenpick Hotel Melbourne on Spencer, Dorsett Melbourne, Pan Pacific Melbourne & W Melbourne.
Melbourne Cup Carnival 2026 hospitality options include the Hill Stand, the Makybe Diva® Marquee, Skyline Dining and the Parade Lounge.
There are technically no Melbourne Cup Carnival 2026 tours. However, travel packages do include Melbourne Cup Carnival 2026 tickets, accommodation, exclusive experiences & client event support.
The easiest way to travel to the Melbourne Cup Carnival 2026 is with an Official Travel Package from Sportsnet Holidays. Get your tickets, accommodation & more sorted all in the one place. Sportsnet's Melbourne Cup Day Packages include transfer options by boat to avoid the Melbourne Cup Carnival traffic.
Get the best Melbourne Cup Carnival 2026 deal with Sportsnet Holidays. Lock in the best available tickets, accommodation & experiences all for the best market rates.