Updated – 26th November 2025
The Yarra Valley horse races are run in the picturesque town of Yarra Glen in the heart of the Yarra Valley and always provide an entertaining day out for families, friends and work social outings.
The next meeting at Yarra Valley Racing is the 2025 Jingle and Mingle Race Day on Saturday, 29 November 2025.
The Christmas Party Race Day is on 19 December 2025, and then shortly after, the Kids Day Out on 29 December 2025.
The Yarra Valley Cup Day is on Saturday, 15 March 2026 and it’s the biggest event on the Yarra Valley Racing calendar.
There’s entertainment for all age groups, including free kids entertainment, fashion on the fields, live music, and you can book marquees for larger groups.
Other 2025/2026 race days
Saturday 29 November 2025 – Jingle and Mingle Race Day
Friday 19 December 2025 – Christmas Party Race Day
Monday 29 December 2025 – Kids Day Out
Tuesday 13 January 2026 – Midweek Thoroughbred Race Day
Saturday 7 February 2026 – Picnics and Parties Race Day
Saturday 21 February 2026 – Shades of Pink Race Day
Sunday 15 March 2026 – Yarra Valley Cup Day
Tuesday 24 March 2026 – Midweek Thoroughbred Race Day
The Yarra Valley horse racing is just over an hour away from Melbourne CBD, and there are various options to transport large and small groups, including minibuses, luxury maxi-vans and chauffeur vehicles.
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 Yarra Valley Cup and return, saving you the hassle of having designated drivers and battling with the weekend 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.
Yarra Valley 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 Yarra Valley race course.
Book Your Yarra Valley Races Minibus or People Mover Transfer
Call us at 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 Yarra Valley Horse Racing at country.racing.com
If you’re in the Yarra Valley for the weekend or want to go back for a winery tour then check out our Yarra Valley wine tour packages.
