Updated – 25 November 2025
The Balnarring Picnic Racing Club holds its annual Balnarring Cup and several other horse racing events from 6th December 2025 with the Balnarring Cup on Australia Day – 26th January 2026.
Run-on arguably the best picnic racing course in Australia, the Balnarring races are a great day out for everyone.
There is more than just horse racing at the Balnarring picnic races; there is the Chris Humphreys wildlife show and other activities for kids.
How to get to the Balnarring Picnic Races? Balnarring race course is about 80-90 minutes from Melbourne CBD and at this busy and festive time of the year, it’s important to travel safely and responsibly.
Balnarring Racing Meetings
6th December 2025 – Christmas at Balnarring Race Meeting
26th January 2026 – Balnarring Cup
8th March 2026 – March Long Weekend Race Meeting
4th April 2026 – Easter Plate Day
11th April 2026 – Fashions Day
Safe Transport
Who’s Driving You has a fleet of 12 seater Mercedes minibuses, luxury maxi cabs and chauffeur cars available to transfer you from Melbourne CBD to the horse racing and return, saving you the hassle of having designated drivers and battling with the holiday traffic.
With Who’s Driving You you will be able to enjoy a cold beer or champagne while travelling to the races and you won’t have to worry about parking, or driving home.
Balnarring Horse Racing Transfer Options
Luxury Mercedes Minibus
Our luxury Mercedes Sprinter minibus seats up to 11 passengers and is equipped with leather seats and air conditioning to transport your group comfortably.
Luxury Maxi Van Shuttle
Our luxury maxi people movers cater for up to 7 passengers and will have your group arriving at the horse racing in style.
Chauffeur Driven Limousine
Our luxury European limousines cater for up to 4 passengers taking your group from Melbourne to the races in style.
Each luxury maxi cab or minibus will depart Melbourne and drop you off at the entrance to the Balnarring race course.
Book Your Balnarring Races Minibus or People Mover Transfer
Call us on 1300 248 944 or visit our Secure Bookings page to make your booking.
Prices depend on the number of passengers in your group, call us for a quote.
You can read more event information about the Balnarring Picnic Races at balnarringraces.com
