Racing Events
& Dress Codes

flagshipSun 4 Oct 2026

Prix de l'Arc de Triomphe

ParisLongchamp, Paris

Parisian Chic – refined and elegant, hats encouraged

majorSat 10 Oct 2026

Caulfield Guineas Day

Caulfield Racecourse, Melbourne

Melbourne spring carnival begins. Sophisticated spring elegance with statement millinery.

Also on the day: Caulfield Guineas

flagshipSat 17 Oct 2026

Sportsbet Caulfield Cup Day

Caulfield Racecourse, Melbourne

Major Group 1 day leading into Melbourne Cup Carnival. Spring elegance with sophisticated millinery.

Also on the day: Caulfield Cup, Thousand Guineas

flagshipSat 17 Oct 2026

THE EVEREST

Royal Randwick, Sydney

Theme: "Touch of Blue". Contemporary Sydney style—airy, playful, and fashion-forward. White with light blue accents encouraged but not mandatory. Bold, expressive fashion welcomed. Florals for spring, romantic silhouettes.

Also on the day: TAB Everest Day, King Charles III Stakes

majorWed 21 Oct 2026

Geelong Cup

Geelong Racecourse, VIC

Melbourne Cup Golden Ticket race. Elegant spring racing attire.

flagshipSat 24 Oct 2026

Ladbrokes Cox Plate - HISTORIC at Flemington

Flemington Racecourse, Melbourne

HISTORIC: For the first time in 103 years, the Cox Plate moves to Flemington. Sophisticated spring racing elegance befitting Australia's weight-for-age championship.

Also on the day: Ladbrokes Cox Plate (at Flemington)

Sat 24 Oct 2026

Spring Champion Stakes

Royal Randwick, Australia

Women: Elegant racing attire. Men: Tailored attire. Millinery: Optional. Style: Contemporary spring racing

Wed 28 Oct 2026

Bendigo Cup

Bendigo Racecourse, VIC

Regional Victorian cup day. Smart spring racing attire.

flagshipFri 30 Oct 2026

Breeders' Cup World Championships

Keeneland, United States

Women: Stylish, classic dresses, pantsuits, dramatic cape dresses, or visionary matching sets with features like poofy sleeves or constructed pleats. Fall patterns like plaid and houndstooth or solid neutral colors. Can be inspired by colors of owners' racing silks.. Men: Well-fitting suit or sports coat, bowtie, pocket square, colorful socks, fancy belt, designer watches. Recommended colors: navy blue, hunter green, Breeders' Cup purple and yellow. Avoid all-black looks.. Millinery: Highly encouraged. Women advised to choose outfit first then select complementary hairware. Men encouraged to wear fedora or bowler hat.. Style: Focus on confidence and comfort. Bold, sophisticated looks. Return to classic elegance with luxurious layers, cashmere sweaters, tailored wool coats, tweed blazers. Practical recommendations: comfortable shoes (or backup flats), small umbrella or clear poncho for weather.

majorSat 31 Oct 2026

Golden Eagle

Royal Randwick, Sydney

The newest major race rewards innovative, contemporary styling. This is the day to push fashion boundaries while maintaining racing elegance.

flagshipSat 31 Oct 2026

Victoria Derby Day

Flemington Racecourse, Melbourne

Theme: Black and White. The most formal day of the carnival. Strict black-and-white monochrome with sophisticated interpretation. Sleek dresses, tailored jumpsuits, structured pieces, lace overlays. Grey tones and cream acceptable.

Hats required

Also on the day: Howden Victoria Derby Day

flagshipTue 3 Nov 2026

Lexus Melbourne Cup

Flemington Racecourse, Melbourne

Embrace colour and carnival spirit with vivid tones, daring prints, and statement hats reflecting carnival atmosphere

Hats required

Also on the day: Lexus Melbourne Cup Day

flagshipThu 5 Nov 2026

VRC Oaks Day - Ladies Day

Flemington Racecourse, Melbourne

Theme: Feminine Elegance, Pastels, Florals. "Ladies Day" celebrates feminine sophistication. Soft pastels, florals, lace, chiffon, silk. Floaty silhouettes and delicate fabrics. Pink particularly appropriate.

Hats required

Also on the day: VRC Crown Oaks Day

Sat 7 Nov 2026

Five Diamonds & Golden Gift

Rosehill Gardens, Sydney

Spring racing continues. Fresh, elegant attire.

flagshipSat 7 Nov 2026

TAB Champions Stakes Day - Family Day

Flemington Racecourse, Melbourne

Theme: Relaxed Garden Party. "Family Day" is the most casual of the carnival. Flowy dresses in breathable fabrics (linen, cotton), sundresses, comfortable flats or sandals, wide-brimmed sun hats.

Also on the day: TAB Champions Stakes Day

majorSat 14 Nov 2026

The Hunter

Newcastle Racecourse, NSW

Major Newcastle race day. Smart spring racing attire.

Fri 20 Nov 2026

Melbourne Cup Carnival

Flemington Racecourse, VIC

Cycle repeats: Black & White, Bold Glamour, Pastels, Relaxed Elegance

majorSat 21 Nov 2026

The 'Gong

Kembla Grange, NSW

Illawarra's premier race day. Smart spring racing attire.

flagshipFri 27 Nov 2026

Breeders' Cup Queen

Let's Run Park Busan (Busan Race Park), South Korea

Women: Women are prohibited from wearing revealing clothing or slippers in reserved seating areas (Luckyville 6th Floor). Formal wear required for Happyville main room and VIP room.. Men: Men are prohibited from wearing slippers, sandals, shorts, bare shirts or sweats in reserved seating areas (Luckyville 6th Floor). Formal wear with jacket required for Happyville main room and VIP room.. Millinery: No specific mandatory hat requirement; hats and fascinators are optional and worn at individual discretion, subject to not obstructing other patrons' views.. Style: Korean racing culture emphasizes neat, polished presentation, particularly in reserved seating areas. Smart-casual to formal attire with emphasis on avoiding casual sportswear. Contemporary Korean fashion trends influence race day styling.

flagshipSat 28 Nov 2026

Festival Stakes Day

Rosehill Gardens, Sydney

Late spring racing. Elegant seasonal attire.

flagshipSun 29 Nov 2026

Japan Cup

Tokyo, Japan

Women: Smart casual to elegant. Comfortable footwear required for walking grounds. Many attendees dress smartly for this significant cultural event. Men: Smart casual to business casual. No strict dress code, but smart dressing is recommended for this prestigious event. Good walking shoes essential. Millinery: Expected as a statement accessory for this prestigious event. Autumn 2026 millinery trends: sculptural pieces, theatrical headwear, rainbow-colored hats, cloche hats, chainmail coifs, Victorian-style bonnets, crochet skullcaps. Style: Autumn 2026: Vintage opulence and theatrical drama (Opera aesthetic); historical revivalism (18th-century military, 1920s styles); maximalist accessories and heirloom jewelry; Laced up aesthetic (lace collars, bandanas); Brooched style (vintage costume jewelry); theatrical and period drama references

flagshipSun 6 Dec 2026

Breeders' Cup Rookie

Let's Run Park Seoul (Seoul Race Park), South Korea

Women: Women are prohibited from wearing revealing clothing or slippers in reserved seating areas (Luckyville 6th Floor). Formal wear required for Happyville main room and VIP room.. Men: Men are prohibited from wearing slippers, sandals, shorts, bare shirts or sweats in reserved seating areas (Luckyville 6th Floor). Formal wear with jacket required for Happyville main room and VIP room.. Millinery: No specific mandatory hat requirement; hats and fascinators are optional and worn at individual discretion, subject to not obstructing other patrons' views.. Style: Korean racing culture emphasizes neat, polished presentation, particularly in reserved seating areas. Smart-casual to formal attire with emphasis on avoiding casual sportswear. Contemporary Korean fashion trends influence race day styling.

flagshipSat 12 Dec 2026

Villiers Stakes Day

Royal Randwick, Sydney

Late season racing. Summer-transitional elegance.

flagshipSun 27 Dec 2026

Arima Kinen (The Grand Prix)

Nakayama, Japan

Women: Elegant; formal attire for premium enclosures. Men: Smart casual to business casual; jacket and neck-tie for premium enclosures. Millinery: Recommended as statement piece for this final grand race of the year. December 2026: structured and theatrical headwear. Style: End of year 2026: Theatrical elements, maximalist accessories, period-inspired and vintage opulence for year-end celebration