The membership application process is quick and easy. There are three ways to join the Club:
1. Online: Visit http://mrcmembership.com.au/membership-categories/
2. Phone: Simply call 1300 GO RACE (467 223)
3. In person: Administration office at Caulfield or Mornington, or on a race day at the Race Day Office
You are not required to have a proposer when joining the Club. This part of the application process is designed to reward current MRC members who refer family and friends to the Club.
Referring members receive 5000 points ($50 credit) for introducing a new full MRC member and 2500 points ($25 credit) for a full Mornington Member.
You are able to make payment through VISA, Mastercard or AMEX. Alternatively, you can join the Direct Debit Payment Program and pay in monthly instalments. Click here for more information.
Once processed, your membership package is mailed within 7-10 business days. If you decide to join the Club in close proximity to a race-day, temporary ticketing can be arranged by calling 1300 GO RACE (467 223).
All new members are required to pay a higher membership fee in their first year of Membership. Once you have joined the Club, a lower renewal fee will be applicable each season.
Simply call 1300 GO RACE (467 223) and the Membership department can arrange for a new Memberships card to be posted to you. Please note, a $20.00 card replacement fee may be applicable depending on the circumstances. The previous membership card will then be cancelled so it cannot be used by another person. Alternatively, visit the Race Day Office opposite the Members’ turnstiles at Caulfield.
Yes, there are a number of different ways you can access guest passes, some of which are provided with your membership and others which can be purchased. Please first login and check your membership benefits before purchasing guest ticketing.
There are six annual Clip Clop Club family days across all three courses each season. Each family day features a designated Clip Clop Club zone with free family entertainment.
Clip Clop Club days for the 2018-19 season are:
| Race Day | Location | Date |
| Hyland Race Colours Underwood Stakes Day | Caulfield | 29 September 2019 |
| Zipping Classic Race Day | Ladbrokes Park | 16 November 2019 |
| Clip Clop Club Family Race Day | Mornington | 1 January 2020 |
| C.F. Orr Stakes Family Day | Caulfield | 8 February 2020 |
| Easter Cup Race Day | Caulfield | 11 April 2020 |
| Queen’s Birthday Race Day | Mornington | 8 June 2020 |
All members are encouraged to check the weekly members’ emails for up and coming event information. If you have any questions relating to up and coming events, please email membershipevents@mrc.net.au
A full racing calendar is available HERE
Full MRC members aged 18-40 can attend all race day Young Members’ Events. To purchase ticketing for any upcoming Young Members’ Events, please login and secure your ticket when they become available. All members will be advised via email in relation to upcoming Young Member Events and when tickets will become available.
Guest tickets are available but quantities are limited. Guest tickets can also be booked and purchased through the online booking process and are available to members only.
Not a member? Join as a MRC Young Member for $375 and get instant access to all Young Member events.
The Melbourne Racing Club is proud to offer its loyal members reciprocal rights at a wide range of local and national racecourses. Go to our Reciprocal Rights page for the full list of Reciprocal rights we offer.
In line with the standards at the Melbourne Racing Club, a dress code policy is enforced whilst in the members reserve areas at all three racecourses. For more details on the dress code policies, please go to the Dress Codes page.
Public parking
Free public parking is provided in the Centre Car Park on race days, with entry via the roundabout on the corner of Kambrook and Glen Eira Roads.
Members' Parking
Members have the option to purchase the Members’ Car Park Pass for $99
The Members’ Car Park Pass provides access to one of three designated parking areas:
- Members' Maple Car Park - via Gate 2, Station Street
- Members' Centre Car Park - via the vehicle tunnel at the roundabout at the intersection of Glen Eira Road and Kambrook Road
- Guineas Car Park - via Normanby Road (excluding Guineas Day, Blue Sapphire Race Day and Caulfield Cup Race Day
Please contact us via email or call 1300 GO RACE (46 7223) for all enquiries.
Members must have the Members’ Car Park Pass to park in the Members’ Car Parking areas. Car Park Passes must be affixed to the inside of a car windscreen prior to the vehicle entering, and whilst the car remains in the Members’ Car Parks at all racecourses. Car Parks are subject to availability and cannot be guaranteed.
See the below map for detailed locations of Members' parking:
