Flemington Racecourse, Sandown Racecourse, Moonee Valley Racecourse, Bundoora Park & the NEW Wonderland Fun Park in HarbourTown Docklands are home to the Christmas Spectacular.

We are very happy to hold the Christmas Spectacular at these world class venues as they offer plenty of cover, parking and easy access from all directions.

Directions - Flemington Racecourse

Flemington Racecourse,
Epsom Road, Flemington, Victoria
Melway ref.: Map 28, G12.

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Catch the No. 57 tram from the corner of Elizabeth and Flinders St. Trams stop at Flemington Drive off Epsom Road.

Buses
Private charter buses should enter at Stables Drive (off Smithfield Rd at Gatehouse Drive Intersection) and will be directed to the bus parking area.

Free Car Parking
Patrons enjoy Free Carparking entry from Flemington Drive off Epson Road.

Santa's Christmas Spectacular Helicopters Arrival
Melbourne Cup Helicopters are the exclusive helicopter provider for Santa's Christmas Spectacular. City (Melbourne CBD) to Flemington (Helipad). Shelter provided at Flemington helipad. VIP Buggy transfer from helipad to main entrance.

Directions - Sandown Racecourse

Sandown is situated 25kms from the city along the princess Highway and regarded as the premier entertainment complex in Melbourne's south-east. The course is easily reached by car or train. Melway reference : 80 C9

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By car
There is ample car parking at the course. Sandown Racecourse is located 25 kilometres from Melbourne's city centre and can be reached by following Dandenong Road/Princes Highway and also via Springvale Road. The turn-off to the racecourse is clearly sign posted. Access is also available via the Monash Freeway. Take the Springvale Road exit (turning right into Springvale Road from Ferntree Gully Road), turn left onto the Princes Highway, then take the racecourse turn-off. There is ample complimentary car parking available at the course.

By Train
There are regular trains from Flinders St to Sandown Park running from 8am, check time table as not all trains stop. and also regular trains returning to the city from 3pm.

Directions - Bundoora Park

Bundoora Park
1069 Plenty Road, Bundoora
VIC 3083
(15km from Central Melbourne and 20mins on the Ring road from the West)

Melways Reference: Map 19 F4
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Parking
Free Carparking at Christmas Spectacular Event Site Reserve Area's 1- 6 TURN LEFT Hardiman St Entrance Bundoora Park.

Public Transport

Tram
Catch the Route 86 Tram - Docklands to Bundoora RMIT (Plenty Rd/McKimmies Rd).
Stop 61 on Plenty Road stops opposite the main entrance to Bundoora Park (one stop after La Trobe University).
A short 2 - 3 minute walk to the nearest playground/BBQ area, or a further 7 - 10 minute walk along River Red Gum Ave to Coopers Settlement.

Bus
Catch Route 563 - Greensborough - Northland (via Apollo Parkways - South Morang - Mill Park - Bundoora - Mt. Cooper).
Nearest stop: On Plenty Road 50 metres from the corner of Fairway Drive.
Alternatively, catch a bus to the La Trobe University bus interchange and walk an additional 5-7 minutes along Plenty Road to Bundoora Park.
For more public transport information please call 131 638 or visit the Metlink Melbourne website: www.metlinkmelbourne.com.au.

Cycling
Plenty Rd and High St are the major cycling corridors within Darebin, travelling North to South of the municipality.
Specific bike lanes are available on Murray Rd and Gower St, Preston or Dundas St and Victoria Rd, Thornbury.

Directions - Wonderland Fun Park

120 Pearl River Road Harbourtown Docklands.
Exclusive or shared events available.

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Wonderland Fun Park is a sensational new fun park located at Harbour Town Shopping Centre, Docklands. We offer many differing rides and attractions throughout the year, plus family favourites like: Dodgem Cars; Giant Slide; The Grand Carousel; The Tea Cup Ride; Jurassic Adventure, Bungee Trampoline and more.

Your children will love having their Birthday Party with us, or Corporate companies can hold their Family Days here, enjoying the carnival atmosphere and the central location.

Where to Find Us

Getting there is easy and you'll find us conveniently located next to Costco and the Giant Observation Wheel.

By Tram
Catch the FREE City Circle tram or the No. 48 tram from Flinders Street to the Waterfront City / Harbour Town, or
Take the No. 86 tram via Bourke Street to Waterfront City / Harbour Town.

By Train
Take the train to Southern Cross Station and exit at the northern (Etihad Stadium) end, then its only a 15 minute stroll over the Bourke Street Pedestrian Bridge to the waterfront. Turn right and walk along the promenade to Waterfront City and through to Harbour Town at the southern (Collins Street) end and take the FREE Docklands shuttle bus to Harbour Town departing from Collins Street on the hour and half hour, daily 10am-6pm.

By Car
Melway Reference: 2E D3, access via Footscray Road to Pearl River Road or Waterfront Way. Or travel along
Harbour Esplanade to Docklands Drive.

Parking available at Harbour Town Shopping Centre and is free for the first hour and thena $5 flat rate for the whole day.