Race Meeting

Spring Racing Season 1st Day

Sat 29 Aug 2026
1130:am - 5pm
165 Racecourse Road Riccarton

 

All welcome - Free Gate Entry

Club Grandstand - open to all

First Race 12noon unconfirmed with 9 races

Nightmarch room open to all - bar, totes, cabinet food & hot ham in ciabatta bun available.

Balmerino Room - Buffet dining at $45pp

Phar Lap Room - the Grandstand Eatery

Live Music between races in the Birdcage 

Note - these is no access to the front of the Promenade currently due ti the new Pavilion build.

Exclusive Raceday Experiences

Suite Package
$180pp

Hospitality Suite. - includes a private suite with a food and beverage package. Options for a minimum of 15 and up to 30 people at $180 per head.

Balmerino Dining
$45pp

Dining is available in the Balmerino Room - $45 for a magnificent buffet meal. Children 5-12yrs half price. Bookings are not required.

Grandstand Eatery in the Phar Lap
from $9.90

First floor of the Club Stand for those seeking an affordable "Bar Style" casual food experience. Bookings not required

Key information

Free Gate Entry
Free gate entry for this event.
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.
How to find us
Riccarton Racecourse is located at 165 Racecourse Road, Broomfield, Christchurch.