Events in Melbourne · 2026–27

SportIn 3 days

MotoGP

MotoGP Australian Motorcycle Grand Prix

Fri 23 Oct – Sun 25 Oct 2026 Phillip Island Grand Prix Circuit

One fixed fare there and home again. No car park, no post-event surge.

RacingIn 4 days

Cox Plate

Cox Plate (at Flemington, one year only)

Sat 24 Oct 2026 Flemington Racecourse

One fixed fare there and home again. No car park, no post-event surge.

RacingIn 11 days

Derby Day

Victoria Derby Day

Sat 31 Oct 2026 Flemington Racecourse

One fixed fare there and home again. No car park, no post-event surge.

RacingIn 14 days

Melbourne Cup

Melbourne Cup (public holiday)

Tue 3 Nov 2026 Flemington Racecourse

One fixed fare there and home again. No car park, no post-event surge.

RacingIn 16 days

Oaks Day

Thu 5 Nov 2026 Flemington Racecourse

One fixed fare there and home again. No car park, no post-event surge.

RacingIn 18 days

Stakes Day

Sat 7 Nov 2026 Flemington Racecourse

One fixed fare there and home again. No car park, no post-event surge.

Coming up
  • Chauffeured cars lined up beside the Phillip Island circuit as riders race past the crowdNext up · Sport

    Fri 23 – Sun 25 Oct 2026

    Phillip Island Grand Prix Circuit

    Australian MotoGP, Phillip Island

    Three days of racing on the island. Leave the long drive home to us.

    • Around 1.5 hours from the CBD in normal traffic. Allow more on race days.
    • Your return trip is booked before you leave home.
    • Group vehicles take the whole crew in one booking.
  • A chauffeur beside a black people mover at the Flemington gates, race-day guests stepping outCup season · Racing

    Sat 24 Oct – Sat 7 Nov 2026

    Flemington Racecourse

    Five race days at Flemington

    Cox Plate to Stakes Day in fifteen days. Leave the car, and the parking, at home.

    • Cox Plate runs at Flemington for one year only, Sat 24 Oct.
    • Derby Day 31 Oct · Melbourne Cup Tue 3 Nov · Oaks 5 Nov · Stakes 7 Nov.
    • Book the trip home with the trip there — no rank queue after the last race.
  • Marvel Stadium seen across the Docklands harbour, a tram passing in frontNovember · Concerts

    Wed 11 Nov – Wed 2 Dec 2026

    Marvel Stadium, Docklands

    Stadium concerts at Marvel

    When the whole stadium leaves at once, your ride is already booked.

    • Robbie Williams Wed 11 Nov · Foo Fighters Sat 14 Nov.
    • Harry Styles Fri 27 Nov, Sat 28 Nov and Wed 2 Dec.
    • Skip the stadium car park and the post-show surge.
Event calendar

Melbourne events calendar, October 2026 to April 2027.

Racing, cricket, tennis, concerts and festivals. Tap an event to book a ride to it. The AFL 2027 fixture will be added when it’s released.

October 2026

  1. Friday 23 October

  2. Saturday 24 October

  3. Saturday 31 October

  • Racing
  • Sport
  • Concerts
  • Festivals
How it works

How event rides work.

  1. 01

    Pick your event

    Tell us where you're starting from and how many are coming.

  2. 02

    Get one fixed fare, there and back

    Quoted before you book. It won't change when the crowd leaves at once.

  3. 03

    Meet your driver

    After the final whistle, the last race or the encore — at the point we agree when you book.

Why ME CABS

On event nights, your ride home already exists.

  • The fare you see is the fare you pay.

    One fixed price for the night, set when you book.

  • No surge when the stadium empties.

    Rideshare prices climb when everyone wants a car at the same time. Your fare was locked in days ago.

  • Your ride home already exists.

    No rank queue, no refreshing an app. The return is booked with the trip there.

  • One number for changes.

    Running late or leaving early? Call, text or WhatsApp 0483 916 627.

  • Cabcharge and MPTP accepted

    On every event trip.

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ME CABS maxi taxi collecting a group with luggage in Melbourne CBD Up to 10 passengers
Coming as a group?

One booking. One vehicle. Everyone arrives together.

Race-day groups, buck’s and hen’s nights, a box at the cricket. Our Group vehicles take up to 10 passengers with room for bags — one fixed fare there and back.

Event rides FAQ

Getting to Melbourne events, answered.

How do I get to Flemington for the Melbourne Cup without driving?

Book a fixed-fare ride there and back before race day. We drop you off near the course and collect you after the last race from the point we agree when you book.

Is a pre-booked ride easier than parking at Marvel Stadium or the MCG?

On big nights, yes. There's no car park to queue for and no surge on the way home. Book the return when you book the trip in.

Do your fares go up on event nights?

Your fare is fixed when you book, and it doesn't change when the crowd leaves at once.

What if the event runs late?

Call, text or WhatsApp us on 0483 916 627 and we'll move your pickup.

Can our group travel together?

Yes. Group vehicles take up to 10 passengers in one booking, so everyone arrives together.

Can I pay with Cabcharge or MPTP?

Yes. Both are accepted on event trips.

How far ahead should I book?

As soon as you have tickets. Booking early locks in your fare and your vehicle, especially if you need a Group vehicle.