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TAB Champions Stakes Day - Family Day
Flemington Racecourse, Melbourne, Australia
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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.
Theme colours
- relaxed
- garden colours
- light
what to wear
The dress code
- Dress standard
- Formal
- Millinery
- encouraged
- Season
- Spring
- Official flower
- Red Poppy
- Prize money
- TAB Champions Stakes G1
Women
Family Day with smart casual elegance. More relaxed than Cup or Oaks.
Required
- Smart day wear
- Enclosed shoes
Encouraged
- Fascinator or hat
- Playful patterns
- Bright colours
- Family-friendly elegance
Leave at home
- Denim
- Thongs
- Activewear
- Casual shorts
Men
Smart casual to formal. Jacket recommended but not essential in GA.
Required
- Collared shirt
- Tailored trousers
- Enclosed shoes
Encouraged
- Sports jacket
- Tie optional
- Polished casual
Leave at home
- Shorts
- Thongs
- Singlets
General admission
Men: Linen suits in light colours, open-collar dress shirts, loafers or suede brogues. Tie optional in general areas. Women: Comfortable, practical elegance.
Styling notes
Most relaxed day of carnival. Family-friendly atmosphere. Garden party vibe.
Weather
Late November - typically 20-26°C. Warmer day, sun protection important.
Part of
Melbourne Spring Racing Carnival
Sat 10 Oct 2026 to Sat 7 Nov 2026 · Flemington & Caulfield
The world's greatest racing carnival—$25+ million in prize money, four days at Flemington, and the race that stops a nation. Historic 2026: Cox Plate moves to Flemington.
Derby Day: Black and white monochrome—the most formal day. Melbourne Cup: Bold colour and carnival spirit—make your sartorial mark. Oaks Day: Feminine elegance, pastels, florals. Stakes Day: Relaxed garden party.
Fabrics: All styles from structured formal to relaxed garden party depending on day
- Black and White
- Bold Colour
- Feminine Elegance
- Garden Party
Check the official details before you go: melbournepoint.com.au ↗
for the day
Shop the look
Wendy Scully Millinery
Pink Pastel Texture Fabric Bandeau Headband
$410
Millinery By Mel
MBM5308
$265
Hello Curve
Meryl Plus Size Black Gold Midi Cocktail Dress
$329
Hello Curve
Elyn Plus Size Teal Off Shoulder Cocktail Dress
$269
Blue Bungalow
Alcatraz Beige Leather Slingback Mule
$129.95
Alias Mae
Parlez Black Leather
$229.95
Samantha Rose
Avera Bag
$75
Samantha Rose
Aloria Bag
$79
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