The $350,000 TAB Southern Alps Challenge, NZB Insurance Stakes & the Welcome Stakes

TAB Punters Challenge - Back for 2026 - $12,000 prize pool. Pit your skills in a fun environment. See details and entry

Fashion in the Field Event - feature accents of Red & White in your Raceday Outfit for the chance to be chosen to draw a horse in the TAB Southern Alps Challenge.

All finalists will receive a bottle of wine from The Ned.

Open to everyone and no entry needed as our experienced Fashion Ambassadors will be out spotting the Best Dressed on the day.

Free Gate Entry

First Race unconfirmed start time - 11.40am

Live music in the Birdcage between races.

Bars and Catering options available 

• Balmerino Room & Restaurant (Ground Floor): Closed today for the TAB Punters Challenge.

• Nightmarch Room (Ground Floor): Relaxed bar area with hot ham buns, cabinet food, totes, and a large bar—perfect for casual gatherings.

• Phar Lap Room (Level 1): Bar, totes & "The Grandstand Eatery".

• Hospitality Suites (Level 2): Private suites for 15+, with catering packages or custom menus and beverages on account. Pre-bookings required.

Note there is no parking available on or in front of the Promenade as this is now a construction site for the new Pavilion build.