Equitana Melbourne is a huge event which showcases the very best of equine competitions and exhibitions and will be next held in Melbourne in 2018.
Originating in 1999, Equitana Melbourne is a fantastic family friendly event which is aimed to educate and entertain patrons over four days.
Equitana Melbourne 2018 Dates & Ticket Price – Flemington Showgrounds
Over 50,000 people are expected to attend this event and each day will present something new. In previous years, there have been a number of fun competitions and exhibitions including: Open Jumping competitions, the Australian Open Reining Championship, Australian Brumby Challenge, dressage competitions, Carriage Driving, Jump and Drive Challenge, Stock Horse Challenge and the Extreme Cowboy Challenge.
You can purchase food and drinks inside the event including coffee carts, licenced bar and fast food outlets. Alternatively, you are also welcome to bring your own food.
To get to the event, consider catching public transport which will take you directly to the venue. Catch the Melbourne Showgrounds train from Flinders Street, Southern Cross or North Melbourne.
Parking is also available near the venue at around $20 for the day and there is usually a free shuttle bus that runs from the carpark to the gate.
Are dogs allowed at Equitana?
Hi Ashley,
I am unable to find the answer for you, but would doubt that dogs would be permitted at an event with so many horses.
Check with the organisers here: [email protected]
Best regards,
Jess
Please can you send me the dates for 2018 Equitana & good close accommodation to venue .. & will tickets be available to purchase prior to Christmas ???
Hi Di,
The 2018 Equitana will be held on 15-18 November at the Melbourne Showgrounds.
Accommodation close by will be found in Flemington or Ascot Vale. I have attached a link here, just input your dates and the booking link will take you to the range of hotels, motels and BnB’s around this area.
Best regards,
Jess