When the Melbourne Cups started, Melbourne was just over 120 years old, people from all over Australia were flocking to Victoria in the Gold Rush, and immigration to Melbourne was becoming the popular thing to do. Ever since 1861 the Melbourne Cup has been an annual even in Australia. Though originally starting on a Thursday the famous Victorian event is now held on the first Tuesday of November and is known as a great time to celebrate fashion, drink and Aussie pride.

This year the Melbourne Cup is held on Tuesday the 4th of November!

So get your hat on and go celebrate this famous Melbourne tradition!!

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