If you can’t make the trip down south, there is only one place you really have to be in Canberra on Melbourne Cup day – Thoroughbred Park.

The ACTTAB Melbourne Cup Race Day is one of the biggest social events of the year for racing fans, socialites and fashionistas alike, who will witness the running of the Melbourne Cup on the big screen in Flemington whilst surrounded by the atmosphere and excitement of local racing. And this year the Melbourne Cup celebrates its 150th year.

The iconic ACTTAB Melbourne Cup Race day is the perfect opportunity to network with clients, entertain guests or socialise with friends and work colleagues and Thoroughbred Park have a range of hospitality options to choose from to suit all budgets.

The Myer Fashions on the Field will be run on the day with some great prizes and is the perfect opportunity for you to ‘release your inner show pony’!

General admission tickets are just $30 this year (you save $10) and are on sale now. They will sell out, buy yours online here. You can also buy pre-sale tickets from thoroughbredpark.com.au or at the Admin Office, Thoroughbred Park.

This year also marks the addition of The Playground Marquee, located on the lawns opposite the members entrance. There will be a party atmosphere with The Aston Shuffle playing live on the decks, a dance floor and private bar! This is a VIP exclusive marquee, limited to 400 tickets.

There are numerous other race day packages available to suit all needs and budgets, including; Race day packages include Private Corporate Marquees, Home Straight Marquee, Catbird Lane, Silks Room, Mini Marquee Packages, Picnic Place, Acton Stand …more info on packages

Gates open 10.00am.