
Canterbury Jockey Club
At the forefront of New Zealand racing since 1854. Ride with the action!
Returning for 2025, the LOVERACING.NZ Pony Scurry Series celebrates the future superstars of our sport and provides an opportunity for young riders to showcase their skills and compete in a fun and supportive environment.
Registrations are now open for the pony scurry we're hosting here at Riccarton Park on Saturday 3rd May.
For over 168 years the Canterbury Jockey Club has been at the forefront of New Zealand racing conducting some of the most prestigious races in the country. Riccarton Park is home to 31 racedays with highlights including the New Zealand Cup Meeting in November, Grand National Festival of Racing (Jumps Racing) in August and the four day Autumn Racing Season.
The Club's Racing Calendar is defined by:
The 2025 Grand National Festival of Racing is 2, 6, 9 August and the 2025 NZ Cup Meeting is on 8, 12 & 15 November.