First Race - 11:25am (unconfirmed)
First Race - 2pm (unconfirmed)
Including the Al Basti Equiworld NZ 2000 Guineas and Fashion In The Field. First Race 11:25am (unconfirmed).
New Zealand Cup Meeting - 8, 12 & 15 November 2025
A Canterbury social highlight featuring high-class racing, fashion, food and entertainment across three magnificent days as the region celebrates all that is great about spring in Christchurch.
Barneswood Farm NZ 1000 Guineas, Group 1 - Windsor Park Stud Canterbury Breeders Stakes, Group 3 - Nautical Boat Insurance Metropolitan Trophy, Listed - Donaldson Brown Pegasus Stakes, Listed.
The Grand Tour Racing Festival brings us one of New Zealand's most celebrated live acts, dance music duo SACHI live. They dominate festivals not only in New Zealand but around the world and all you need is a GA ticket from just $20 to enjoy the performance after the last race.
Gates Open - 10am
First Race unconfirmed time - 11.35am
View a map of Course set up - HERE
First Race - 11:25am (unconfirmed)
First Race - 2pm (unconfirmed)
Including the Al Basti Equiworld NZ 2000 Guineas and Fashion In The Field. First Race 11:25am (unconfirmed).
This year The Grand Tour Racing Festival brings us one of New Zealand's most celebrated live acts, dance music duo SACHI live on Saturday 8 November, Barneswood Farm NZ 1000 Guineas Day. They dominate festivals not only in New Zealand but around the world and all you need is a GA ticket from just $20 to enjoy the performance after the last race. It's bound to be an unforgettable party! Get your GA ticket from 1 September
Tickets for NZ Cup and Show Week are on sale now!
We value our owners and it is our aim to ensure all owners, whether they are new to the industry or race-hardened veterans, enjoy watching their horse race.
Riccarton Racecourse is located at 165 Racecourse Road, Broomfield, Christchurch.
Luxury 5 star comfort and convenience in the heart of Christchurch.
20 minutes from airport and a 5 minute walk from central Christchurch.
Three minutes from airport and ten from central Christchurch.
46 units right next door to the course on Racecourse Road.