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Ladbrokes Spring Racing Carnival

Eagle Farm & Doomben Racecourse

Updated: Oct 01, 2025

The Ladbrokes Spring Racing Carnival kicks off on 11 October with fine fashion, food, entertainment, and of course, live thoroughbred racing with five of Australia’s iconic racedays, across Eagle Farm and Doomben Racecourse.

Running through to 4 November, all five racedays will feature live local races as well as Sydney and Melbourne Spring Carnivals on super screens around the course. Bespoke pop-up bars and eateries will keep your thirst quenched and your tastebuds satisfied. From General Admission tickets to stunning beverage and dining packages, Brisbane Racing Club has a raceday experience to suit every occasion.

Horse racing at Queensland Cup

Cricks Highway Queensland Cup Race Day – 11 October, Eagle Farm Racecourse

Spring to life as Black-type racing launches the Ladbrokes Spring Racing Carnival with the Listed Cricks Highway Queensland Cup live on the track, and all the interstate action on the big screens.

Racegoers will be spoilt for choice when it comes to celebrating the Carnival’s opening raceday, whether you’re chasing exclusive hospitality packages or a casual spot to enjoy all the day’s festivities, there’s something for everyone.

Women dressed up for Ladies Day

EVA Air Ladies Raceday – 18 October, Eagle Farm Racecourse

Gather your crew and head trackside this EVA Air Ladies Raceday for what is an unrivalled experience for racing enthusiasts and casual racegoers alike.

Watch the Caulfield Cup and the Everest as the action unfolds, with super screens on course showing the legendary races live. A stellar racecard at Eagle Farm accompanies the interstate features.

Crowd at Cox Plate Ladbrokes Spring Racing Carnival

Ladbrokes Cox Plate Raceday – 25 October, Doomben Racecourse

This Ladbrokes Cox Plate Raceday, Spring to life and make sure you’re trackside at Doomben for what will be an unforgettable event, celebrating one of Australia’s most revered feature races!

Watch the Cox Plate as it happens, with screens on course making sure you don't miss a second of the thoroughbred racing action. Accompanying the interstate action is a thrilling local race card at Doomben.

Crowd at Derby Day Ladbrokes Spring Racing Carnival

Brisbane Broncos Derby Raceday – 1 November, Eagle Farm Racecourse 

Spring to delicious and experience one of the luxurious hospitality offerings on Brisbane Broncos Derby Raceday, one of the most prestigious days of Spring Racing.

The thrill from the track and screens spill out onto the grounds of Eagle Farm with monochromatic fashion, incredible gastronomy, and vibrant entertainment to get the heart racing.

Melbourne Cup Ladbrokes Spring Racing Carnival

Melbourne Cup Raceday – 4 November, Eagle Farm Racecourse 

Spring to glory on Melbourne Cup Raceday and celebrate the race that stops a nation! All eyes will be on the Eagle Farm super screen as the $10M Melbourne Cup is shown around the course.

Whether you’re celebrating casually with friends, or hosting a premium Cup Day function, there’s something for everyone on course at this unmissable event.

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Ladbrokes Spring Racing Carnival

Eagle Farm & Doomben Racecourses 

Oct 11 - Nov 4 

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