Race Day Information

Race Day:

Race Day is the last Saturday in July at Te Rapa Racecourse, Te Rapa Road, Hamilton.

What’s on:

  • Premier meeting with 8-10 races including the Taumarunui RSA Gold Cup
  • Members on-course betting voucher promotion ~ chance to win a $200 TAB betting voucher each race courtesy of Taumarunui RSA and the Taumarunui Racing Club
  • Members promotional prizes ~ second chance draws are held in the main lounges with TAB betting vouchers and sponsored merchandise as prizes.
  • Fashion in the Field ~ this is another generously sponsored event. Sections for kids, singles (male or female) and couples plus a Supreme Winner. Entry is free. See previous poster Fashion in the Field Facebook
  • Plenty of food and drink options and most of all a FUN day at the races.

Sponsorship:

There are plenty of opportunities to sponsor a race or a trophy. Have a whole race named after your company with plenty of other perks thrown in. Email for more details.

Corporate tables:

Tables available with panoramic views over the racetrack. Enjoy lunch and some refreshments and the best of winter racing.

Accommodation:

There are numerous accommodation options in Hamilton. We suggest you contact the Hamilton i-SITE Visitor Information Centre on 07 958 5960, email or visit their website www.visithamilton.co.nz. The Committee will be based at the Distinction Te Rapa.

Taumarunui Gold Cup

The Taumarunui RSA Gold Cup is awarded to winner of the feature race

Punters Club:

Join in the on-course excitement by letting Ted McLachlan do the hard work for you and pick the winners with his $10 Punters Club. Get your ticket from the sellers around the course on the day or the raceday office.

Updates:

More information will be in the Taumarunui Bulletin nearer race day and you can also check out our Facebook page.

Member subscription year:

The membership subscription year commences on 1 April of each year and the subscription fee $25. Your swing tickets for the Members Lounge will be posted to you nearer race day.

Committee:

If you would like information about how to become a Taumarunui Racing Club Committee Member please contact Julie the Secretary: Ph (hm): 07 896 6776 Email: