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NZ Cup Week at Riccarton Park

We're looking forward to a great week of racing.

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.

2026 DATES - Saturday 7, Wednesday 11 & Saturday 14 November.  Hospitality packages on sale June 2026, GA & Members areas tickets on sale September 1, 2026.  

View a map of 2025 Course set up - HERE

Hospitality on sale 26 June VIEW 2025 OPTIONS

GA & The Grand Tour Bar

The Grand Tour Bar, in partnership with Speight's, will again be a feature of the General Admission offering across the three days.

Fashion in the Field features the best of high end race day fashion on both the 2nd and 3rd days. Come on down and watch the fashions, grab a drink from the bar & relax on the lawn. For the ultimate fashion experience purchase The Ned "Fashion In The Field" ticket.

ZM Entertainment Zone. Ready to get you moving at the races this year on the final day.

 

The Ned Fashion in the Field is back for 2026

Fashion is an important component of New Zealand Cup Week as entrants descend on Riccarton Park from across the country.

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Barneswood Farm NZ 1000 Guineas Day
FIRST DAY - SATURDAY 7 NOVEMBER
First Race - 12noon (unconfirmed)
TAB Mile
SECOND DAY - WEDNESDAY 11 NOVEMBER
First Race - 1:32pm (unconfirmed)
New Zealand Cup Day
THIRD DAY - SATURDAY 14 NOVEMBER
Including the Al Basti Equiworld NZ 2000 Guineas and Fashion In The Field. First Race - 11:45am (unconfirmed)

HOSPITALITY PACKAGES

Suites & Hospitality

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Hospitality Option

The Promenade & The Promenade Villas

An exciting offer located on a raised platform overlooking the track. Individual sales to The Promenade. The Promenade Villas for groups of 50 is the perfect option for a more exclusive and comfortable experience.

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Key information

CUP WEEK Key information
all the information you need for the big week!
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Ownership
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.
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How to find us
Riccarton Racecourse is located at 165 Racecourse Road, Broomfield, Christchurch.
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Accommodation

Hotel Montreal
363 Montreal Street, Christchurch Central
Luxury 5 star comfort and conveniance in the heart of Christchurch.
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The Commodore Airport Hotel
449 Memorial Avenue, Burnside
Three minutes from airport and ten from central Christchurch.
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Heartland Hotel Cotswold
88-96 Papanui Road, Merivale
20 minutes from airport and a 5 minute walk from central Christchurch.
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Racecourse Hotel Motor Lodge
118 Racecourse Road, Sockburn
46 units right next door to the course on Racecourse Road.
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