Saturday 26 September 2020
Spring Raceday
Make the most of the warmer spring weather with a fun day out with friends & family at Ellerslie.
One of Auckland's many free weekend events, this raceday is a great opportunity to gather a group & spend a day out enjoying each other's company.
Get up close to the horses as they thunder down our track, enjoy a picnic on our public lawn & enjoy the company of friends and family... this is the perfect event for anyone seeking a relaxed day out.
Free General Admission
Event Schedule*
11.30am - Gates open
12.50pm - First race (approx)
5.00pm - Last race (approx)
* Please note timings are subject to change
If you're bringing the younger family members to Spring Raceday, we've got their day sorted.
Free general admission will get you access to our bouncy castle and swingball!
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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Ellerslie Racecourse is a fully-licensed venue and BYO alcohol is not permitted
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A dress code is in place in all hospitality areas and certain other areas including the Ascot Stand
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Children under 15 years get free general admission
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Tickets are non-refundable
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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. Ring 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 away
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There is free parking on course however as there is a car fair on Sunday in the Southern Motorway Carpark, any cars left overnight in that area will be towed
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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