Racing Towards Glamour

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Fascinators, frocks and fillies - oh my! With Melbourne Cup Day approaching on Tuesday the 5th of November, C&G hope you are excited for ‘the race that stops a nation.’ If you’re lucky enough to be amongst the beautiful people flitting around the famous ‘Birdcage’ at Flemington, may fortune be in your favor. For those who won’t be track-side this year, there are still a range of activities and events that you can attend to celebrate Melbourne’s most glamorous week of weeks.


Emirates Melbourne Cup Parade:

This year marks the 30th anniversary of the Emirates Melbourne Cup Parade, and what a parade it is! This free, fun-filled event sees tens of thousands of people lining Swanston Street every year, with thoroughbreds, jockeys, trainers and celebrity guests on show.  A day not to be missed, and if you’re working in the city – a special way to spend lunchtime.

Date: Monday 4 November

Time: 12noon-2pm

Venue: Swanston St

Where: Melbourne CBD

VRC Oaks Club Luncheon

Deemed a ‘must-attend’ event of the Melbourne Cup Carnival, the VRC Oaks Club Luncheon is an afternoon of glitz and glamour amongst celebrities. The event features special guests, live entertainment, amazing door prizes, and fabulous food and drink. With so much on offer, it is no wonder that the event sells out so quickly every year. Secure your tickets early to make sure that you are part of one of the chicest events on the racing calendar.

Date: Wednesday 6 November 2013

Time: 12noon – 3pm

Venue: Palladium

Where: Crown Melbourne

Dress: Racewear

Emirates Stakes Day (Family Day)

Stakes Day draws a close to the Melbourne Cup Carnival with a family-friend day trackside. Stakes Day offers a relaxed environment, with numerous free activities and live entertainment for children of all ages. One of the main features of ‘Family Day’ is Emirates Stakes Day Fashions on the Field. Your stylish kidlets will have their chance to impress in the fashion stakes, home-made bonnets and all.

Date: Saturday 9 November 2013

Gates Open: 9.30am

First Race: 11.30am

Last Race: 5.15pm

Where: Flemington Racecourse