The 2026 Ladbrokes Cox Plate heads to Flemington Racecourse for one year only

For the first time in its rich and celebrated history, the Ladbrokes Cox Plate will be held at Flemington Racecourse as the redevelopment of Moonee Valley Racecourse continues.

This one-year relocation marks a truly unique moment for one of Australia’s most prestigious sporting events, giving racing fans the chance to experience the nation’s premier weight-for-age race in an iconic new setting.

On Saturday, 24 October, witness the 106th running of the W.S. Cox Plate and experience the pinnacle of weight-for-age racing in Australia’s Best Race.

2026 Ladbrokes Cox Plate

October 24, 2026, Flemington Racecourse

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Headlined by the $6 million Group 1 Ladbrokes Cox Plate, the race day program brings together the very best horses, jockeys and trainers to compete in one of the country’s most coveted races.

Renowned for producing unforgettable finishes and showcasing champion thoroughbreds, the Cox Plate has long been regarded as one of the crown jewels of Australian racing. The 2026 edition adds another remarkable chapter to its legacy, with Flemington Racecourse playing host for the very first time.

Alongside the feature race, the program also includes the Club’s oldest race, the Group 2 Ladbrokes Moonee Valley Gold Cup, as well as a stellar line-up of elite Spring Carnival racing that will keep the excitement building throughout the day.

While the racing takes centre stage, the Ladbrokes Cox Plate is renowned for delivering an outstanding race day experience both on and off the track.

From the moment the gates open, guests can immerse themselves in a vibrant atmosphere filled with premium food and beverage offerings, live entertainment and stylish race day fashion.

Choose from a range of premium dining and hospitality packages that place you close to the action, or enjoy the excitement with General Admission and soak up the electric atmosphere from around Flemington Racecourse.

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