Day 5 of the Great Northern Darwin Cup Carnival is the TAB Metric Mile Day on Saturday, 25 July 2026.

The $50,000 TAB Metric Mile provides the last opportunity for Cup hopefuls to make the field for the big one on the final day of the Carnival.

The 1600m event is one of seven top-quality races on the day, with the $32,000 Flying Sprint and the $40,000 3yo handicap and other events are sure to create plenty of interest.

Past winners of the TAB Metric Mile include the Bob Richard-trained Spartan Eagle (2013 & 2014) and the Neil Dyer-trained Palmyra Boy (2009 & 2010).

General Admission tickets will be available to purchase at the gate.

• Gates open 11am
• Adult GA $20 (At the gate $25)
• Concession $15 (At the gate $20)
• Children under 12 free
• Race 1: 2:00pm* (*Race times subject to change)

Please see Moshtix T&Cs for cancellation policy.

Please see FAQs HERE 

Please see Dress Code HERE

Day 5 will also play host to the 2026 TAB Punter of the Year competition, to take place on Level 2 of the Grandstand. More information will become available closer to the date so keep an eye out on our socials, or contact the Darwin Turf Club if you have any questions.