The Road to the Lexus Melbourne Cup begins in earnest with the Listed Lexus Andrew Ramsden (2800m), which offers a golden ticket into Australia's most famous race for the winner.
Andrew Ramsden (1934 - 2013) made an enormous contribution to the VRC, where he served on the Committee for 21 years holding positions of Honorary Treasurer, Vice Chairman, and Chairman (1998 - 2003). The name of the race is in honour of his contribution to the VRC and his passion for staying races.
Gates Open: 10:45 am
First Race: 11:35 am
Last Race: 4:43 pm
What's On this Saturday?
VRC Punters Club
Back in The Atrium (Members) and in Saintly Place Sports Bar (General Admission) for this Saturday's Andrew Ramsden Race Day.
The VRC Punters Club has become a Flemington favourite and the best part is anyone can join and it is only $10! Follow along with our expert tipsters who will hopefully turn a profit for you while providing racing insights and tips throughout the day. The VRC will also put an additional $500 into the kitty for the VRC Punters Club each race day!
You must attend in person to take part.
Living Legends
Prince Of Penzance and Twilight Payment are our Living Legends joining us at Flemington on Andrew Ramsden Race Day. Visit them in their stalls during the day or see them parading in the Mounting Yard after races 2 and 4.
Saintly Place Sports Bar
The air-conditioned sports bar comes alive with bar sports, betting facilities, live racing on TV, refreshing drinks, and takeaway food. Settle in or grab a drink - there's also seating in the Beer Garden at the top of the steps over the Front Lawn.
Ticket Options
General Admission
Witness all the thrilling racing action up close from the famous Flemington Front Lawn or one of the many trackside bars. Click here for more information.
VRC Punters Plus
Upgrade your race day experience with a VRC Punter Plus ticket. For $49 receive General Admission entry, a $25 food and beverage voucher, a racebook, and an entry into the VRC Punters Club located at Saintly Place, a total value of $63.
Mates Rates
Make your day at Flemington even better with your mates!
Secure a Mates Rates table for 4 or 6 people in Saintly Place Sports Bar and enjoy great racing with relaxed vibes all day long. Plus, each table receives a ‘bucket of drinks’ on arrival, with additional drinks and food available within Saintly Place.
Mates Rates Plus
For an extra $40 per person, upgrade to Mates Rates Plus and each person will receive a $50 food and beverage credit which can be redeemed at the food and beverage outlets within Saintly Place Sports Bar.
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