Cox Plate 2026 – Melbourne Racing Experience
Cox Plate 2026 Packages from Tasmania
It is on Saturday 24 October 2026, and for the first time in its history the race moves to Flemington. Morey’s Tours makes it easy to be there, with Cox Plate packages from Tasmania that cover your race day tickets, flights, accommodation and transfers.
Saturday, 24 October 2026
Why 2026 is a Cox Plate to remember
The Valley is closed for a major rebuild, so Australia’s weight-for-age championship will be run at Flemington Racecourse this year. The 2040m Group 1 race brings together the best horses in the country, and the winner earns a golden ticket into the Melbourne Cup.
What our Cox Plate packages include
- Race day entry at Flemington
- Return flights from Tasmania
- Melbourne accommodation
- Transfers to and from the racecourse
- One Hobart-based team to plan every detail
*Bonus bet offer is x1 $20 bonus bet to use at each MVRC transferred race meeting (MVRC likely to host 23-24 race meetings in 2026/27 racing season with fixture TBC). Members must link their username with MVRC prior to receiving.
Make it a Melbourne racing weekend
Late October in Melbourne is the heart of the Spring Racing Carnival, with Victoria Derby Day at Flemington the following Saturday. Ask us about adding extra nights, dining or a second race day to your trip.
How booking works
- Tell us about your trip. Share your group size, budget and travel dates.
- We build your package. Our team puts together race day entry, flights, a Melbourne hotel and transfers, then sends you a clear quote.
- Confirm and relax. Once you are happy, we lock in every booking and send your full itinerary before you leave.
- Enjoy race day. Arrive at Flemington knowing every detail is sorted, with our team only a phone call away.
Who our racing packages suit
Our racing trips suit couples looking for a spring weekend away, groups of friends who want to share a big day at the track, and businesses that want to reward staff or host clients. Whether this is your first Group 1 race meeting or you never miss the spring carnival, we shape the trip around the way you like to travel.
Why book with a Tasmanian team
Planning a racing weekend from Tasmania means lining up flights, hotels and race times that all work together. As a Hobart-based company, we know the flight times and the small details that make the trip easier. You deal with one local team from your first enquiry until you land back home, so there is no need to manage bookings across different websites.
Cox Plate 2026 FAQs
When is the Cox Plate 2026?
The Cox Plate 2026 is on Saturday 24 October 2026.
Where is the Cox Plate 2026 held?
At Flemington Racecourse in Melbourne, while The Valley is being rebuilt. The race is expected to return to The Valley in 2027.
Can I book a Cox Plate package for a group?
Yes. We plan trips for couples, friends and corporate groups. Tell us your group size and we will build a package to suit.
How early should I book?
As soon as you can. Flights and Melbourne hotels fill quickly during the Spring Racing Carnival.
