Australia’s foremost horse racing event The Melbourne Cup Carnival is set for November 5 at Flemington.

Now in its 153rd year, the event always includes plenty of Champagne, glam outfits (including some outrageous head gear and fascinators) and exciting races. Celebs like Rose Bryne, Delta Goodrem, Ronan Keating and cricketer Shane Warne have also been known to frequent the races. Tickets go for AU$55-489 (S$71-635) from the Melbourne Cup website.

While in town, stay at the Ovolo Melbourne an intimate hotel with 43 rooms (from AU$195 (S$244) outfitted with quirky details like chalkboard walls and shaving mirrors in the showers. Fly to Melbourne from S$883 return with Jetstar.