How long does the spring racing carnival go for?

How long does the spring racing carnival go for?

The Melbourne Spring Racing Carnival is the highlight of Australia’s racing year, bringing together the best Australian and International thoroughbreds for 50 days of world-class horse racing action.

How long does the Victorian spring racing carnival last?

The Melbourne Cup Carnival held over 4 days at Flemington is a particular highlight of the Melbourne Spring with 4 feature race days including Victoria Derby day, Melbourne Cup day, Oaks day and Stakes day.

What are the main races of the Spring Carnival?

The 2021 Melbourne Spring Racing Carnival is the premier racing carnival in Australia and is run from August to November each year. The carnival features a number of internationally acclaimed Group 1 races, including the Caufield Cup, the Cox Plate, the Victoria Derby and the Melbourne Cup.

What time is the Melbourne Cup race?

3pm AEDT
As always, the first Tuesday in November — this year falling on the 2nd. This year’s race will start at 3pm AEDT. So that’s 3pm for Melbourne, Sydney, Canberra and Hobart. The race begins at 1.30pm if you’re in Darwin, 2pm in Brisbane and 2.30pm in Adelaide.

Can you wear black and white Melbourne Cup?

Melbourne Cup Day celebrates a more festive approach – bold and bright colours are strongly encouraged! Black and white is always in vogue, especially on Derby Day, but the Spring Carnival is probably best known for its vibrancy and colour.

What is Spring Carnival in Australia?

The Spring Racing Carnival is the name of an Australian Thoroughbred horse racing series held annually in Melbourne during October and November.

What race number is Melbourne Cup?

Race 7
2022 Melbourne Cup Race Schedule On Tuesday 1st November, the Melbourne Cup is listed as Race 7 on the Flemington 10-race card.

What time does the Cup race come on today?

Sunday, June 5