Join us for a Christmas Dinner Awards Evening at the conclusion of the Bramwell Bate/VetsOne Twilight Christmas at the Races. We are excited to have guest speaker JOE SCHMIDT - former All Black & Ireland rugby coach and racing enthusiast, join us for the evening. A delicious Christmas buffet meal, dessert provided by BBQ Gourmet and an all-inclusive drinks package (cash bar for spirits). In conjunction with the Annual Hawke's Bay/Poverty Bay Thoroughbred Racing, Breeders, Owners & Trainers Awards - this will also be a night for celebrating and reflecting on our local breeding and racing achievements and successes over the 2022/23 season. MC - Andre Neil. Book your tickets now!

Let's see out the 2023 year in style! Gather your friends and family at the New Years Eve Raceday.

Free activities for the kids, and thrilling racing action for the adults - there is something for everyone!

Enjoy your day at the races in the NYE 2023 Premier Package in the members stand or in the New Years Eve Trackside Garden Bar. Entry into the racecourse is free but this is a NO BYO event. We look forward to seeing you on course to celebrate the last day of 2023!