Arawa Park - Rotorua Racecourse

27/12/2024

It's Holiday Raceday Eve and we can't wait to see you all oncourse tomorrow (Saturday, 28 December).

Here's all you need to know:

☀️ The forecast is for a perfect 25°C tomorrow! Stay cool in the shade and drink plenty of water 💧
🎟️ Gate charge: $10pp for over 18s (kids are FREE!) 👶
🎉 Tons of FREE kids entertainment 🎈
🏇 8 thrilling races, with the first at 12:40pm 🏆
🍹 Bars open at 12pm 🍸 and we've got plenty of food for purchase if the picnic isn't up to scratch
⏰ Gates open at 11am, and we’re wrapping up around 5:30pm!

Come for the fun, stay for the races and make the most of Rotorua's favourite raceday!

Join us for a great family day out during the Christmas period

26/12/2024

The day just keeps getting better! Can’t wait to see the young (and the young at heart) show off their skills in the saddle.

Heading to the races at Arawa Park - Rotorua Racecourse on Saturday? Check out our premier racehorse simulator and put your skills to the test!

Enjoy a great day out at the races for the whole family, and visit our site to chat about the many career and education opportunities NZTR has to offer.

Our next stop will be at Taupō Racing Club on Monday 30th for Taupō PAK’nSAVE Summer Festival from 11.00am 🏇

See you there!

26/12/2024

2 sleeps to go! Our own festive countdown to Holiday Raceday (28 Dec) is getting down to the wire.

Jump on our website to learn more.

https://arawapark.co.nz/

24/12/2024

Merry Christmas! We hope you're all having a wonderful day, however you choose to celebrate.

This is your 3 day reminder that Holiday Raceday is nearly here and fields are out. Is this your best Christmas present?!

https://loveracing.nz/raceinfo/53259/meeting-overview.aspx

24/12/2024

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Keep the festive spirt alive after Christmas with PLENTY of racing action throughout the country for everyone! 🏇

Auckland Thoroughbred Racing @ Ellerslie, Thursday 26 December
⌚ Gates open 11.00am
🏇 Race 1 will be run at 12.20pm
🏆 The Gr.2 Shaw's Wire Ropes Auckland Guineas will be run at 3.58pm, the Gr.2 Hallmark Stud Eight Carat Classic at 4.32pm and the Gr.1 Cambridge Stud Zabeel Classic at 5.11pm
🎟️ GA $30, with various other hospitality options still available including the ultimate party in The Paddock, in association with The Grand Tour NZ
💃 The iconic SkyCity Boxing Day Races has something for everyone, and the elite racing action to match!
✈ Pick The Winner of the Gr.1 Cambridge Stud Zabeel Classic for your chance to win a trip to Hawaii 👉 https://events.loveracing.nz/win

Otaki-Maori Racing Club @ Ōtaki, Thursday 26 December
⌚ Gates open at 11.30am
🏇 Race 1 jumps at 12.45pm
🎟️ Adults $20 cash entry, under 18's are FREE
☀️ Bring the whānau down for a great day out with food carts and live music to enjoy

Otago RC @ Wingatui, Thursday 26 December
⌚ Gates open at 11.00am
🏇 Race 1 will be run at 12.05pm
🏆 The Listed NZB Insurance Stakes will be run at 3.31pm
🎟️ GA $10 & various parking options available
🤩 Bring your Christmas leftovers and park up on the lawn to enjoy a fantastic family day out with great racing and free children's entertainment

Taranaki RI @ New Plymouth Raceway, Friday 27 December
⌚ Gates open at 11.30am
🏇 Race 1 will be run at 12.49pm
🎟️ GA $10, kids under 18 free
🕺 Enjoy a great day of racing and hospitality, with a variety of food trucks on offer. Stick around till after the last for live music to keep the good vibes going!

Racing Rotorua @ Arawa Park, Saturday 28 December
⌚ Gates open at 11.00am
🏇 The first will be run at 12.40pm
🎟️ GA $10 and 'table and chairs packages' are still available - email 👉 [email protected]
☀️ Enjoy a fantastic family day out, on what is a highlight on the local racing calendar

Wanganui JC @ Wanganui, Sunday 29 December
⌚ Gates open at 11.00am
🏇 The first will be run at 12.45pm
🎟️ FREE entry and parking
🏰 Bring the kids to enjoy the free bouncy castle!
☀️ A fantastic way to end the year spent trackside! REE bouncy castle for the kids!

For more racing events, head to https://events.loveracing.nz 🥂

23/12/2024

🎉 4 days to go! The countdown continues...Holiday Raceday is almost here! ✨

One of the best parts of the Rotorua racing season - let's bring on the food, fun, and fab racing! 🏇

22/12/2024

With Holiday Raceday 5 days away, we're starting a countdown of our own (Christmas comes second in our books!). 🥳🥳

Gather a group and join us for Rotorua's favourite raceday on the 28th December.

It's the bargain price of $10 for over 18s (kids are freeeee) and our BYO policy applies - make sure you only bring one standard bottle of wine or 6 cans of beer per person - let's be festive, not foolish team!

arawapark.co.nz/holiday-raceday

19/12/2024

The holiday fun doesn’t have to stop after Christmas—join us on December 28th for our Holiday Raceday for an unforgettable event during that sweet spot between the holidays! 🌟

We all know the kids will have tired of their new, shiny toys by then so hit the racetrack and let us take care of the entertainment 😉

More info at the link below 👇

Join us for a great family day out during the Christmas period

16/12/2024

Hi all, we have the 28th of Dec Summer Festival races coming up very fast. It will be a great day out for the whole family with giveaways and games for the kids. Admission is $10 for all over 18 and our BYO policy applies to one standard bottle of wine or 6 cans of beer only. We still have a few table and chair packages available from $140incl and this includes seating for ten, table and a sun umbrella, as easy way to enjoy the day, for more info please ph:07-3482024 or [email protected]

Arawa Park Racecourse in Rotorua is a top quality racing centre and venue. Home to TRAC Racing Rotorua

09/12/2024

As we countdown to Holiday Raceday (Saturday, 28 December), our minds are also looking ahead to our annual track renovation.

Whilst it may look like the Club takes an extended summer break (wouldn't that be nice!), we're actually hard at work preparing our surface for the Autumn/Winter months.

Have a read to find out more 👇👇

https://arawapark.co.nz/news/preparation-makes-perfect

LOVERACING.NZ | NZ Trainers' Association

Rotorua embarks on a track renovation throughout the summer months.

06/12/2024

Christmas has come early here at Arawa Park Racecourse, we received our new Kubota M8540 Tractor and Trimax mower set up yesterday and it is already being put to good use.

04/12/2024

The last two winners from yesterday's races at Arawa Park.

04/12/2024

Race 5 and 6.

04/12/2024

Race 3 and 4

04/12/2024

First two winners from today's races at Arawa Park.

03/12/2024

The sun is shining, the vibes are high and we're racing tomorrow!

Head on down for a Wednesday afternoon at the track (with some festive cheer thrown in for good measure).

Details are:

📅 Gates open tomorrow (4 December) at 2pm
🐎 First race (of 8 ) jumps at 2.45pm
🥂 Our hospo option is $120pp (but you'll need to be quick to secure your spot)
🎟 Admission is FREE!

https://arawapark.co.nz/december-raceday-1

28/11/2024

December crept up on you? End of year party currently first on the 'to do' list?

Never fear, we've got just the ticket. Gather the crew and enjoy our 'Christmas Cracker' package for $120pp at the December Raceday on Wednesday, 4 December.

With the food and beverage all sorted (how good?) you can simply enjoy the built in entertainment and the celebratory atmosphere of an evening spent trackside - can you say "perfect Christmas party option"?

If a DIY approach is more your vibe, it's also free GA - Merry Christmas indeed!

Join us on course for our Twilight meeting this December

25/11/2024

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Arawa Park Racecourse in Rotorua is a top quality racing centre and venue. Home to TRAC Racing Rotorua