SPECTATORS
Getting There
Time Trials for all Schools events will commence from 8.00am. Racing starts at 9.30am and concludes at approximately 4pm.
Boat House Drive will be closed to all traffic except Boat trailers and MARA authorised vehicles on Henley Day. Parking is available near the Botanical Gardens.
Spectators wishing to arrive by train or the number 1, 5, 8, 16, 64, 67, or 72 tram should alight at Flinders Street Station.
There are a number of options available for spectators at the Australian Henley Regatta. General admission is free and spectators wishing to watch the Australian Henley may proceed anywhere between the Judges' Box and the start.
Catering
The Australian Henley Regatta provides an array of catering options. Chadstone Rotary will be selling burgers, sausages and drinks near MUBC, and several coffee carts will be in attendance.
Hospitality
Henley Marquee
Once again, the Henley Marquee will appear on the Henley staging near the Judges’ Box– a perfect location for viewing the day’s racing. Admission to the marquee is free to AHR Subscribers.
For those seeking a more formal Henley experience, there is the opportunity to book for the Australian Henley Luncheon and be seated at tables in the marquee. A roast lunch, salad, dessert and beverages are included.
Cost: $90 - Bookings essential
Bookings close on Friday 18 February 2025
Dress Code: Rowing blazer, dress or pants for the ladies, blazer for the men.
Pimms Bar
The fabulous Pimms Bar will be inside the Marquee. Entry to that section is free to the public.
Bring your fellow rowing enthusiasts and enjoy the delightful conviviality of a jug of cool Pimms as you while away the day in this spectacular setting.
Marquees
The tradition of marquees at the Australian Henley began in 1904 when rowing and social clubs could apply for a space to moor their decorated houseboat; first on the north bank, then from 1908 on the south bank at the Henley Landing. Today, clubs, schools, and associated organizations can apply to erect a marquee on the Henley Staging (only) where they can entertain supporters. A space must be booked, applications for club and school marquees on Henley landing close on Friday 16th February 2024. Contact Leeanne Ambrose on 0417 392 214 or email whitey_1960@hotmail.com.
Dress code: Blazer, Dress or pants for Ladies and Collar or Blazer for Men is encouraged.
Joining MARA
Membership of MARA began in 1904 with the purchase of subscriptions that entitled the bearer to admission into the members' enclosure. Nowadays, subscriptions run for 3 years or a 1 year option, and subscribers are entitled to free entry and complimentary drinks in the Rowing Victoria/MARA marquee. Subscribers also have access to exclusive race and presentation viewing from the MARA enclosure located on the Henley Landing near the Judges Box.
Dress Code: Blazer, Dress or pants for Ladies and Collar or Blazer for Men is encouraged.
Subscriptions are now available. Fine out more about becoming a Australian Henley Regatta Subscriber: