The Festival of Racing

The stars of the Spring Racing Carnival are returning from their summer spells to light up the 2024 Festival of Racing across Victoria throughout February and March.

Featuring eight amazing weekends of racing, socialising and family fun, the Festival of Racing combines a relaxed atmosphere off the track with fierce competition on it.

On offer is more than $53 million in prizemoney and bonuses, 47 Group and Listed races, 17 country cups and the nation’s most unique mile race, the All-Star Mile. 

The Festival of Racing officially gets underway Saturday, 10 February when the Group 1 Sportsbet C.F. Orr Stakes (1400m) headlines Herald Sun Caulfield Family Day.

Explore what's happening at the clubs

Melbourne’s three metropolitan clubs feature premium racing with food and entertainment to match, whilst a day at the country races offers a more relaxed, informal environment.

What's on during the Festival

Group 1 and Country Cups

Group 1 and Country Cups

Group 1 racing returns in 2024 during the Festival of Racing. With eight weeks of first-class action and 17 country cups spread right across the state, there’s something for everyone this autumn.

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The All-Star Mile

The All-Star Mile

Back for a sixth year after the inaugural edition in 2019, The All-Star Mile is the raceday which has captured the country’s imagination.

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Racing Under Lights

Racing Under Lights

The Valley, Pakenham and Cranbourne host night meetings every week across the Festival of Racing. With an electric atmosphere and a range of food and entertainment options on offer, a night at the races caters for all tastes.

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Unwind at the Picnic Races

Unwind at the Picnic Races

Throw out a picnic rug, bring a hamper and relax in the sunshine at the picnic races. It’s a great day out for all the family with plenty of race meetings across the autumn period.

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