Race Meeting

Mid-Winter Christmas / Riccarton Park - Amberley

Sat 20 Jun 2026
11.50am - 3.50pm
165 Racecourse Road, Sockburn, Christchurch 8042
GA: Free Gate Entry

Mid Winter Christmas adding colour and fun to winter racing

Featuring the Greenwood Family Amberley Cup

Gates Open: 10.30am

First Race: 11.50am (unconfirmed)

Live Music in the birdcage between races

Bars and Catering options available 

  • Balmerino Room & Restaurant (Ground Floor): Buffet lunch 12:30 – 3:00 pm, $45pp (member discount applies). Overlooks the birdcage with tote facilities and a bar—where great food meets a vibrant racing atmosphere

  • 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): Mid-Winter Christmas themed 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.

HOSPITALITY

Suite Packages - Book Now

From $150pp

Enjoy top class racing from your own Mid Winter Christmas suite from just $150pp. This fully catered package offers food, beverage package, race books and suite steward in the comfort of your very own suite. A minimum of 15 persons required.

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Best Turned Out
Al Basti Equiworld "Best Turned Out" rewarding the Strappers for their great efforts
Buffet Luncheon

Quality Buffet Luncheon is available in the Balmerino Room - just $45. 
Bookings not required. View

Live Music
Live Music in the birdcage between the races.