Free general admission
Rooms & spaces for private functions are available
Who had what it took to make the final field?
Fashions off the Field was the LAST chance for one lucky woman to pre-qualify for the regional final of The Ned Prix de Fashion 2021 - New Zealand's fashions in the field final that boasts a $20,000+ winner-takes-all prize package and the all-important title of being the country's best dressed racegoer.
CONGRATULATIONS TO OUR WINNER:
Nicola May of Auckland (pictured).
Who had what it took to make the final field?
Fashions off the Field was the LAST chance for one lucky woman to pre-qualify for the regional final of The Ned Prix de Fashion 2021 - New Zealand's fashions in the field final that boasts a $20,000+ winner-takes-all prize package and the all-important title of being the country's best dressed racegoer.
CONGRATULATIONS TO OUR WINNER:
Nicola May of Auckland (pictured).
New Zealand Bloodstock
Karaka Million
Saturday 22 January 2022
Two million reasons to attend
Thousands of entertainment-seekers converge on course here at Ellerslie each year for an incredible combination of socialising, racing & entertainment.
A staple date in many an Aucklander’s calendar, the Karaka Million draws a stylish crowd from far & wide to celebrate an extraordinary event.
For little over one minute, a glittering crowd will hold its breath as country’s most promising thoroughbred horses & some of our best jockeys compete for their shares of some of NZ’s richest sporting purses - the $1,000,000 DoubleTree by Hilton Karaka Million 2YO and the $1,000,000 Karaka Million 3YO Classic - with Group status races run in support.
Off the track, the party is just as rich with the who’s who of racing mixing with an influx of Auckland’s social set in any number of sell-out precincts on course.
The racecourse absolutely buzzes from the get-go and, once the horses have packed up their saddles, racegoers* are welcome to converge in Cuvée, the Cavallo Club or The Winning Post Bar where we carry the party on 'til later.
* Entry terms, restrictions & limitations may apply. R18, dress code applies, intoxicated persons not permitted or tolerated at any time
Event schedule**
3.00pm - General admission gates, Ascot Stand & the Garden Party open
3.30pm - All other hospitality precincts open
4.26pm - First race (of six)
7.45pm - Race 6 (last race)
THEN - All bars close shortly after the last race except for the below areas which racegoers are then welcome into**
** All timings are approximate & subject to change
Feature races
$1,000,000 Doubletree by Hilton Karaka Million 2YO
$1,000,000 Karaka Million 3YO Classic
Group II $100,000 Westbury Classic
Group III $70,000 Cambridge Stud Almanzor Trophy
Group III $70,000 Brighthill Farm Concorde Handicap
$100,000 CollinsonForex Karaka Cup
Race names correct for 2021's event - may be subject to change for 2022's event
Auckland's million dollar party
From a relaxed general admission approach, through to the party atmosphere of the Garden Party, the outdoor vibes of the Cavallo Club, indoor dining of Silks, your own private function or more - this night has something for everyone.
With two million dollar races & group races in support, this truly is NZ's richest night of racing.
The two $1,000,000 features are only open to those horses sold through New Zealand Bloodstock's national yearling sale and they qualify through either stakes money won (2-year-old race) or rating (three-year-old race).
Want to see more reasons why you should come celebrate the Karaka Million 2022 with us?
View photos from last year's event...
Gather the squad & pop the bubbles
If you’re looking for people-watching prospects & an excuse to let your hair down on Auckland’s million dollar night, the Garden Party is for you.
Hurry though - this precinct sells out well in advance with tickets in hot demand.
"This highly-anticipated event calls for luxurious fashion with a touch of glamour."
Make sure you're across the dress code as it is enforced in all areas on course, with the exception of General Admission.
The hottest spot on course... in association with Leefield Station
A sell-out since its launch, this is a fantastic spot to soak up the evening's electric atmosphere...
The lads from Boys Get Paid are returning to the Karaka Million for a fifth year to run the country's biggest-ever Punters Club.
Their aim? Beat the bookies and get everyone who's involved sorted with a payday!
Event information
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You're able to bring your own picnic food & unopened, non-alcoholic beverages into outdoor general admission (public) areas on course & can purchase alcoholic beverages from bars on site. There are a number of food outlets on site too
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Children under 15 years get free general admission
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Senior citizen general admission rates apply at the gate on the day
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Tickets are non-refundable
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A dress code is in place in all hospitality areas and certain other areas including the Ascot Stand and at the after-race functions on course. While we hate turning people away, the dress code will be enforced as required and entry will be refused if it is not adhered to. Please ensure anyone you are purchasing tickets for is aware of this
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All bars close shortly after the last race, except those in The Cavallo Club, Cuvée & the Winning Post Bar. All guests on course are welcome into those areas however entry restrictions apply including: R18, dress code applies, intoxicated persons will not be permitted or tolerated, entry may be refused depending on numbers in the space(s)
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We are a fully-licensed venue and BYO alcohol is not permitted
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We encourage responsible drinking
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Intoxicated persons will not be granted entry into Ellerslie Racecourse
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We strongly encourage you to taxi to the track and leave your car at home. Don’t drink and drive, use our preferred taxi supplier Auckland Co-op Taxi who will drop off / pick up at the main entrance. Call 09 300 3000 to book
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Ellerslie Racecourse is located close to public transport networks including the Greenlane Train Station which is a 600m walk
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Free car-parking is available on course on a first-in, first-served basis. Any cars left overnight in the Southern Motorway carpark will be towed as there is a car fair taking place the following day (Sunday)
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Promotional photographs, social media content & film footage will be taken at this event. By entering the racecourse, event-goers consent to use of their image by the Club & New Zealand Thoroughbred Racing for promotional purposes
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Event terms & conditions apply