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Getting to the Festival

By public transport, taxi, or car, getting to the festival is simple and hassle-free.

Getting to the Festival

By public transport, taxi, or car, getting to the festival is simple and hassle-free.

Getting to the Melbourne Dog Lovers Festival

The festival will be held at the Melbourne Showgrounds on Epsom Road, conveniently located 7km from Melbourne CBD and just 15 minutes from Melbourne Airport.

Whether you’re travelling by public transport, taxi, or car, getting to the festival is simple and hassle-free.

Public Transport

A direct train service and additional trams will make your journey easy.

For the latest updates, visit Public Transport Victoria (PTV) and use the Journey Planner.

Train
Melbourne Showgrounds has a dedicated train station operating during the Festival, with special services running direct from Southern Cross Station (platform 8) and stopping at North Melbourne (platforms 1/2) before heading express to Showgrounds.

Services will be announced closer to the 2026 Festival

Tram
Take the Route 57 tram (West Maribyrnong to Elizabeth Street, City) and hop off at stop 32 (Showgrounds Village Shopping Centre on Epsom Road). Note that stop 33 is no longer in use.

Check the PTV website for the latest details.

Bus

Route 472 (Williamstown to Moonee Ponds): Stops on Langs Road.

Route 404 (Footscray to Moonee Ponds): Stops at Epsom and Ascot Vale Roads.

Other Transport
Taxi or Ride Share
Ask your driver to drop you off at Gate 7.
Driving and Parking

Enter via Gate 7, Leonard Crescent, Ascot Vale VIC 3032 (View on Google Maps).

Traffic management marshals will guide you to the closest available car park.

Check the Melbourne Showgrounds event calendar for entry gates and parking fees.

Disability Access

Melbourne Showgrounds offers accessible facilities, including toilets, ramps, and lifts, with access from car parks.

For more details, visit the Melbourne Showgrounds website or consult the PTV Journey Planner for up-to-date transport information.

Dates & Times
Saturday 17th Oct, 2026   9:30am — 5pm
Sunday 18th Oct, 2026   9:30am — 5pm
Venue
Melbourne Showgrounds
Epsom Road, Ascot Vale VIC
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Getting There

Located just 7km from Melbourne CBD and 15 minutes from Melbourne Airport, Melbourne Showgrounds is easily accessible by public transport or car.

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