The Park

The Park is one of Melbourne's distinctive outdoor festival venues, located within the Flemington Racecourse complex. Positioned on an elevated area known as The Hill, it provides a setting for open-air concerts, music festivals and large-scale entertainment events. The venue is particularly associated with the live music programme of the Melbourne Cup Carnival, while also welcoming other festivals that attract substantial crowds. Unlike a traditional indoor concert arena, The Park offers an open festival environment with flexible stage arrangements and audience areas. Its capacity and overall layout vary depending on the scale and production requirements of each event.

The experience at The Park is defined by the energy of live performances, open-air surroundings and the lively atmosphere of a major festival. Stages, professional sound systems and lighting are configured according to the needs of individual productions, while spacious audience areas allow visitors to explore different parts of the event. Depending on the festival, facilities may include food stalls, bars, refreshments and designated areas for relaxing between performances. This combination of major musical acts and a relaxed outdoor setting makes The Park an appealing destination for festivalgoers looking for an immersive live entertainment experience.

The Park is located at 448 Epsom Road, Flemington, Victoria 3032, Australia, within the Flemington Racecourse grounds. The festival precinct is positioned beside Flemington Racecourse railway station, providing convenient access to the event area. The racecourse can be approached from Epsom Road, while certain events also use the Hill Gate entrance via Leonard Crescent. Parking facilities are available around the racecourse, although availability, access conditions and designated festival entrances depend on the event organiser. Visitors should check their tickets or the official festival information for the correct entry point before arriving. Further details about transport connections and travelling around Melbourne can be found in the Flemington guide below.

Flemington, a lively precinct within Melbourne, is known as a place where urban energy naturally blends with major events. You can feel the city’s pulse at every step – from busy streets and local bars to recognizable venues that consistently draw crowds for sport, concerts, and top-tier entertainment. If you’re looking for a destination that delivers a “big city” experience while keeping the warmth of a neighborhood feel, Flemington is an easy choice.

A key advantage of this area is how straightforward it is to reach and how clearly it connects to the main event zones. Public transport revolves around Metro Trains Melbourne and the tram/bus network under Public Transport Victoria, so getting to arenas and stadiums rarely requires complicated planning. Visitors especially appreciate the connection between Southern Cross Station and Flemington Racecourse, as well as the 57 tram route that runs toward the racecourse area and the wider event precinct. If you’re flying in, Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine) is the primary gateway for international and domestic arrivals, and the mix of road links and city transit makes continuing on to Flemington simple.

Once you’ve taken in the main event, Flemington also offers a worthwhile tourist “bonus.” A short walk is enough to pick up the local vibe through cafés and restaurants, while the paths and lookouts along the Maribyrnong River and nearby parks are great for unwinding before or after a show. If you want to stretch the day further, Flemington also provides quick access to central Melbourne with its well-known squares, city promenades, markets, and cultural spots – perfect for photos, dinner, or an easy evening outing before heading back.