TAB Turnbull Stakes Day

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Saturday,
Oct 6, 2018

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Gates open 11:00am • First race 12:30pm • Last race 5:40pm

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TAB Turnbull Stakes - 3:00pm

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See Winx go for her 28th-consecutive win, racing in the Group 1 TAB Turnbull Stakes!

If you could see a potential future Lexus Melbourne Cup winner run an exhilarating 2000m spring race, you’d jump at the chance. TAB Turnbull Stakes Day is the ultimate preview of all of the Melbourne Cup Carnival stars. On this day, you will be treated to some of the finest thoroughbred racing in Australia, featuring an all-black type race schedule boasting more than $1.88 million in prize money. 

Long considered a solid guide for predicting future Melbourne Cup Carnival champions, the Group 1 TAB Turnbull Stakes boasts $502,500 in prizemoney and is the first feature 2000m race of the spring. Who could forgot last year’s edition, captured by the mighty mare Winx in her first ever race appearance at Flemington?

Supporting races include the $201,500 Blazer Stakes, $202,000 TAB Edward Manifold Stakes and $201,500 Gilgai Stakes, all at Group 2 level, while the $302,500 Group 3 The Bart Cummings offers valuable ballot exemption for this year’s Lexus Melbourne Cup. The all-black type race schedule confirms TAB Turnbull Stakes Day as one of the finest on the Australian racing calendar.

This sets the scene for an exciting 2018 Melbourne Cup Carnival. 

WHAT'S ON

WINX IS BACK

WINX IS BACK

WINX is back for the last time at Flemington, competing in the TAB Turnbull Stakes at 3pm. WINX will be going for her 28 consecutive win - read the latest on who she is up against!

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PIN & WIN

PIN & WIN

Support JDRF by purchasing a Pin, and you could win this Melbourne Cup Carnival! Look out for volunteers selling pins on course today.

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THE LOUNGE

THE LOUNGE

Following the success of Spring Salon on Sofitel Girls’ Day Out, Saintly Place West will once again come alive on Turnbull Stakes Day as The Lounge. Located in one of the best spots at Flemington, The Lounge looks across the Front Lawn to the Winning Post. Take in every finish from the comfort of indoors or head outside to witness the final pulsating moments up close. Once the action stops on the racetrack, relax on lounge seating to the tunes of DJ Goldie.

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LIVING LEGENDS

LIVING LEGENDS

Champions of the turf, Might and Power & Paris Lane, will be joining us at Flemington this Saturday! Come out to celebrate Might and Power’s 25th birthday; he and Paris Lane will be parading around the Mounting Yard and hanging out in the horse stalls throughout the day.

LAWN BAR

LAWN BAR

The much-loved Lawn Bar re-opens for spring! Spend your day enjoying drinks, live music and up-close racing action at the Lawn Bar!

FLEMINGTON FAMILY LAWN

FLEMINGTON FAMILY LAWN

The Flemington Family Lawn is back at the east end of the lawn, just near the Makybe Diva statue. Kids of all ages can enjoy various outdoor lawn games, pony rides, face painting, balloon artists and a soft play area for the little ones.

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Public Transport

TRAINS

Getting to Flemington 

Trains will depart Southern Cross - Platform 8 from 10:44am and then frequently until 1:50pm. All trains will stop only at North Melbourne Station and then run express to Flemington Racecourse (platform 1).

Getting Home

Trains will depart Flemington Racecourse - Platform 1 from 4:40pm and then frequently until 7:25pm, stopping only at North Melbourne Station and Southern Cross Station. 

All train services are wheelchair accessible and passengers who need help boarding trains should wait on the platform near the front of the train.
Non-racedays: Catch a train to Newmarket station (Craigieburn line) and then either walk (10mins) or take the No. 57 tram to Flemington Drive (stop 30).

TRAMS
From the corner of Elizabeth Street and Flinders Street catch the No. 57 West Maribyrnong tram to Flemington Drive (stop 30).

Please note, low-floor trams do not run on Route 57 and it is therefore recommended passengers using a mobility aid should catch the train to the racecourse.

BUSES
Catch Route 472 bus from Williamstown, Footscray or Moonee Ponds to Fisher Parade. Enter Flemington Racecourse via Riverbank entrance.

Catch Route 404 bus from Footscray or Moonee Ponds to Smithfield Road. Enter Flemington Racecourse via Stables Drive entrance. 

MAPS
View the Flemington Racecourse map (PDF) or download the Flemington app

Driving, Parking and Hire

PUBLIC CAR PARKS
Limited parking available, enter off Epsom Road onto Flemington Drive and follow the directions of event staff. 

VRC MEMBERS CAR PARKS
Members' parking in the Unreserved Car Park must enter via Flemington Drive off Epsom Road. 

RESERVED DINING CAR PARKS
Racegoers should refer to directions provided with their bookings.

TAXIS/UBERS
Enter off Epsom Road onto Flemington Drive. A taxi rank is located near the Members Main Entrance (left of Phar Lap statue).

HELICOPTERS
Fly to Victoria’s most exciting racing event, with Microflight, Victoria’s premier helicopter company.

For more information, contact our exclusive helicopter provider Microflight on 03 8587 9700 or enquiry@microflight.com.au.

FERRIES
Ferry services for private groups operate from the city centre to Flemington along the Maribyrnong River. 

For all information, contact City River Cruises on (03) 9650 2214. 

For private berthing information, contact Parks Victoria on (03) 9426 4666.

When booking ferry services outside of Melbourne Cup Carnival, contact Customer Service Centre for information on how to access the racecourse.

What to Wear

GENERAL ADMISSION
There is no formal dress code for General Admission. Racegoers are encouraged to dress smart for the occasion.

VRC MEMBERS
VRC Members have a strong tradition of dressing smartly and appropriately, taking into consideration true racing style. We are proud of this history and therefore have strict dress regulations within the Members Enclosure to maintain this high standard. 

GENTLEMEN (including children over 12)
Gentlemen are required to wear a  suit of tailored slacks (tailored chinos  acceptable), sports coat or blazer, plus  tie and dress shoes. During the period  between 1 December and 31 March  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.  Younger children accompanied by an  adult must be suitably attired. Overseas  visitors are welcome to wear the formal  national dress of their country.

MEMBERS GUESTS
As a VRC Member, you have a responsibility to ensure that your guests introduced into the Members Enclosure are dressed appropriately, in line with the required dress standard.

View Victoria Racing Club Members' Enclosure Style Guide for complete dress code. 

Booking Information

GENERAL ADMISSION

  • Once on sale, tickets can be purchased above. 
  • On raceday, tickets can be purchased at the gate.

VRC MEMBERS

  • Guest passes can be purchased, or redeemed via Racing Rewards points.  
  • VRC Members may purchase guest passes from the Raceday & Ticketing Office (not including racecourse admission).

TICKETING INFORMATION

  • Children under 16**: FREE
  • Carer accompanying a person with a disability^: FREE

*Concession is available to Australian Pensioner Concession Card holders, Full-time Student Card holders, Healthcare Card holders, Disability Concession and DVA Gold Card holders.
** Children under 16 must be accompanied by an adult to enter the racecourse.
^Carer accompanying a person with a disability. Must have a Child Disability Allowance Health Care Card, Disability Pension Card or Companion Card.