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Upcoming Racedays

Christmas at the Races
TAB Mufhasa Classic Raceday at RACE Trentham
Saturday 7 December 2024
TAB Mufhasa Classic Raceday as we kick off our Christmas at the Races season. Eat, drink and be merry at one the country's ultimate thoroughbred racing days on the calendar right here at RACE Trentham.
RACE Awapuni Virtual Christmas At The Races
Saturday 7 December 2024
Get into the holiday spirit with the RACE Awapuni Virtual Christmas at the Races!
Blue Star Christmas Cup Raceday at RACE Trentham
Sunday 15 December 2024
Come along to celebrate the festive season in style, there's thrilling racing and hospitality options available to suit a range of racegoers. Just wanting to come along? Enjoy FREE general admission.
The Christmas Cup Virtual Raceday at RACE Awapuni
Sunday 15 December 2024
FREE ENTRY Treat yourself to a leisurely day at the Stewards Lounge. With the big screen bringing every moment of the action to life, while enjoying the laid-back vibes of our outdoor area. Our cash bar and delicious food options are here to complete the perfect day out.
LawnMaster Christmas At The Races at RACE Trentham
Saturday 21 December 2024
Manawatu Racing Club presents the LawnMaster Christmas At The Races this year held at RACE Trentham. Come along to celebrate the festive season in style, there's thrilling racing and hospitality options available to suit a range of racegoers. Just wanting to come along? Enjoy FREE general admission.
TAB Telegraph Day at RACE Trentham
Saturday 4 January 2025
Join us for an exhilarating day of summer racing at the prestigious RACE Trentham. The TAB Telegraph Day is the first raceday of January's big racing month of 2025, offering top-tier racing action, a vibrant atmosphere, and unforgettable moments.
Harcourts Thorndon Mile Day at RACE Trentham
Saturday 11 January 2025
Get ready for an unforgettable day at the races with Harcourts Thorndon Mile Day at RACE Trentham! We proudly present an exhilarating lineup of thoroughbred racing, featuring some of the most prestigious races in the racing calendar!
NZCIS Wellington Cup Day at RACE Trentham
Saturday 18 January 2025
Get ready for a day of exhilarating racing as we present the most iconic event of the season! Brace yourself for the extraordinary $250,000 Group Three Wellington Cup!
Marton Jockey Club's Summer Raceday at RACE Awapuni
Sunday 2 March 2025
Celebrate thoroughbred racing on RACE Awapuni's newly refurbished turf track! Experience the thrill of Summer Racing at its best on Sunday, March 2, 2025, proudly hosted by the Marton Jockey Club. Featuring the Group 2, Little Avondale Lowland Stakes.
NZB Kiwi Watch Party Raceday at RACE Trentham
Saturday 8 March 2025
Kicking off the Autumn Racing Carnival. Come along and enjoy another stellar day of racing at RACE Trentham.
Al Basti Equiworld Dubai New Zealand Oaks Day at RACE Trentham
Saturday 22 March 2025
Prepare yourself for a day of unparalleled excitement and world-class racing at the Al Basti Equiworld Dubai New Zealand Oaks Day at RACE Trentham. This premier event on the New Zealand racing calendar promises a thrilling experience for all attendees!
Courtesy Ford Manawatu Sires Produce Stakes Raceday
Saturday 29 March 2025

The Courtesy Ford Manawatu Sires Produce Stakes Raceday is the most lucrative raceday of the season held at Awapuni and features exhilarating Group 1 Racing, with the day attracting the best horses, jockeys and trainers from throughout New Zealand. 

NZ Manawatu Breeders Stakes ft the Ashhurst-Pohangina Cup at RACE Awapuni
Saturday 5 April 2025
The Ashhurst-Pohangina Racing Club presents the New Zealand Manawatu Breeders Stakes ft the Ashhurst-Pohangina Cup at RACE Awapuni - it's the perfect way to kick off the weekend!
Feilding Jockey Club's ANZAC Raceday at RACE Awapuni
Friday 25 April 2025
The Feilding Jockey Club presents the Manawatu ITM - ANZAC Open Handicap 1600m. There's no better reason than to gather your mates and be part of a great day out on course!
Winter Finals Day
Saturday 10 May 2025

Join us on 10 May for the Winter Finals Day Raceday at RACE Trentham, showcasing thrilling winter racing on our renowned turf track. Don't miss this exceptional day of winter racing action and vibrant atmosphere at RACE Trentham!

Rangitikei Cup Day at RACE Awapuni
Saturday 17 May 2025
The prestigious Rangitikei Cup is back, promising a thrilling day of top-class racing action at RACE Awapuni!
Feilding Jockey Club's Synthetic Season Opener at RACE Awapuni
Friday 25 May 2024
Join us for Feilding Jockey Club's Synthetic Season Opener!
Manawatu Racing Club's Winter Raceday at RACE Awapuni
Saturday 7 June 2025
Don't miss out on the Manawatu Racing Club Raceday at RACE Awapuni! Mark your calendars and get ready for an unforgettable day of thrilling racing action. We look forward to welcoming you to our prestigious racecourse and providing you with an exceptional racing experience.
Feilding Jockey Club's Synthetic Raceday at RACE Awapuni
Sunday 8 June 2025
JOIN THE ACTION - for an exciting day of synthetic track racing.
Marton Jockey Club's Synthetic Raceday at RACE Awapuni
Sunday 22 June 2025
JOIN THE ACTION - for an exciting day of synthetic track racing.
Manawatu Synthetic Raceday at RACE Awapuni
Friday 4 July 2025
Join the action at the Manawatu Synthetic Track Raceday, proudly brought to you by the Manawatu Racing Club.