Melbourne Cup Day 2026: Stay in Southbank for the Race That Stops the Nation

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Melbourne Cup Day is one of the biggest events on Melbourne’s calendar, bringing together world-class horse racing, fashion, food and entertainment for an unforgettable day at Flemington Racecourse. In 2026, Melbourne Cup Day takes place on Tuesday, 3 November at Flemington Racecourse and is a public holiday across metropolitan Melbourne.

If you’re travelling to Melbourne for the Cup, turn race day into a Melbourne getaway with a stay at ibis Styles Melbourne Southbank.

Melbourne Cup Day 2026

📅 Date: Tuesday, 3 November 2026
📍 Location: Flemington Racecourse, Melbourne
🏇 Event: Lexus Melbourne Cup Day

Melbourne Cup Day forms part of the 2026 Melbourne Cup Carnival at Flemington, alongside Victoria Derby Day on 31 October, Crown Oaks Day on 5 November and Champions Stakes Day on 7 November.

From the racing and race-day fashion to the atmosphere across Melbourne, Cup Week is the perfect excuse to spend a few days discovering the city.