The Melbourne Cup Carnival is one of the leading sporting events in the world, and now, more than ever, Australia needs something to celebrate.
All the action, music, food and fun from the 2023 Lexus Melbourne Cup Carnival can be found here.
From historic features to live music performances and interviews; food and drink inspirations and recipes; and styling tips for your carnival parties.
So, with a spring in our step, let’s remind ourselves that there’s joy to be found in the little things and embrace the rich history and the festivity that belongs to all of us - the 2023 Melbourne Cup Carnival.
As the broadcast reaches all parts Australia and around the world, we will capture all the celebrations so at-home viewers of The Race That Stops A Nation™ don’t miss a thing.
Revel in Cup Week with the 2023 Melbourne Cup Carnival broadcast live and free on Network 10 and 10 Play.
It is event television at its finest.
LIVE stream on 10 Play
All the action, colour and excitement across the four big days of the 2023 Melbourne Cup Carnival on 10 and LIVE streamed on 10 Play.
Check the schedule closer to the events for more details.
- Penfolds Victoria Derby Day | Saturday 4 November, 2023
- Lexus Melbourne Cup Barrier Draw | Saturday 4 November, 2023
- Lexus Melbourne Cup Day | Tuesday 7 November, 2023
- Kennedy Oaks Day | Thursday 9 November, 2023
- TAB Champions Stakes Day | Saturday 11 November, 2023
Melbourne Cup Carnival Preview Show presented by TAB
Get excited for THE racing event of the year.
Watch LIVE on 10 Play, November 4, 2230 AEST.
The Preview Show will be available to watch On Demand after broadcast.
Fashions On The Field
The globally renowned style event has become a cornerstone of Australia’s premiere social and sporting fixture, the Melbourne Cup Carnival since its inception in 1962. For the first time, the competition welcomes entries from across the world as it expands to include racing and fashion followers everywhere. The generous prize packages for the 2023 Awards are set to bring even more interest and enthusiasm to the competition’s four major categories.
10 Play has you covered in our Fashion Hub and get even more fashion with the 10 Play Fashions On The Field Stream. Stay tuned for details on how to watch and for the event schedule.
Melbourne Cup Carnival: What To Wear Fashion Guide
Barrier Draw
Coverage of the 2023 Lexus Melbourne Cup Barrier Draw, where competitors receive their final positions in 'the race that stops a nation'.
Coverage commences November 4, 1830 AEDT on 10 Play and can then be watched On Demand.
Field Of 24
What's in a number? Find out the history of each gate and once the Barrier Draw has concluded, find out more about the horse and jockey that will launch their 2023 Lexus Melbourne Cup from each gate.
Odds brought to you by TAB
TAB's Gerald Middleton and David Gately provide expert form analysis and odds ahead of each of the Melbourne Cup Carnival event days, giving you the edge on how to pick a winner and make the most out of your 2023 Melbourne Cup Carnival.
These videos will be available here.
Race Replays
Relive every race from the 2023 Melbourne Cup with on-demand viewing on 10 Play.
Race replays will be available on web and the app under Melbourne Cup Carnival.
Road To The Melbourne Cup Carnival brought to you by TAB
Join Michael Felgate, Michelle Payne, Glen Boss and David Gately as they delve into the Melbourne Cup Carnival's history, colour and examine the contenders for the 2023 race that stops the nation in this in-depth series.
This series will be streamed on 10 and 10 Play and then be available to watch On Demand.
Episodes will be available to watch here
- Episode 1 | Watch Now
- Episode 2 | Watch Now
- Episode 3 | Watch Now
- Episode 4 | Watch Now
- Episode 5 | Friday 3 November, 2023
- Episode 6 | Friday 10 November, 2023
Check the schedule closer to the events for more details.
Digital Racebook
Get ready for the four greatest days on the Australian racing calendar with Cup Week digital racebooks. Featuring the latest can’t-miss info for each race day. This is a must for everyone from professional punters and racing enthusiasts to your once-a-year Melbourne Cup Carnival fan.
More details to be announced shortly.
Musical Performances
Can't make it to Flemington to watch all the amazing artists during the carnival? 10 Play will have a special performance or two for your viewing pleasure. Stay tuned for details.
Melbourne Cup Carnival on 10 Play
- The Race/The Action: Don’t miss any of the racing action from Flemington with the LIVE Stream, Race Replays, Odds with Gerald Middleton and more.
- News And Statistics: Deep dive into the latest news, features, interviews, racebooks, form guides and more.
- Fashion: All the glitz and glamour with fashion hints and tips, interviews, features, celebrities, the Bird Cage and Myer Fashions On Your Front Lawn.
- The Fun: All the carnival excitement with music performances, artist interviews, recipes, cooking features and more.
- The History: Learn about MCC origins and historical moments with archival footage, galleries, interviews and features.
Everybody has a ticket to Cup Week when the 2023 Melbourne Cup Carnival broadcast commences, live and free on 10 and streamed on 10 Play.
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