Upcoming Racedays & events calendar
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TRackside marquee
Corporate & Group Events
The Trackside Marquee offers a dynamic, flexible space for corporate functions, group celebrations and large-scale events. Positioned trackside with direct views of the action, it provides a premium marquee experience ideal for entertaining clients or hosting standout events.
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chevals restaurant
Corporate & Private Dining
Chevals Restaurant is Newcastle Racecourse’s premier private dining venue, ideal for corporate events, client entertaining and executive functions. Featuring uninterrupted views, a refined trackside setting and an inclusive buffet by Chef Mark Davies, it delivers polished, premium hospitality.
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the courtyard room
Corporate Functions & Meetings
The Courtyard Room is a versatile indoor venue designed for corporate meetings, presentations and private events. Offering a modern, flexible layout within Newcastle Racecourse, it’s ideal for businesses seeking a professional setting with seamless event delivery.
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latest news & highlights
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By Ray Hickson An in-depth look at the chances of every runner in the Listed $1 million The Newcastle Herald Hunter (1300m) at Newcastle on Saturday. 1. Pericles (SCRATCHED). 2. General Salute (Gerald Ryan & Sterling Alexiou): Rarely puts in a bad race and there’s every reason to think he will be more than competitive once again. Well ridden to…
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Gary Harley Newcastle – Hunter Hall Of Famer Peter Snowden is confident his talented 5-year-old King Of Roseau can give the stable its first win in the $1million The Newcastle Herald Hunter when the gelding contests Newcastle’s richest race on Saturday. The race attracted 22 acceptors on Wednesday with 16 plus 6 emergencies. “King Of Roseau has an excellent chance…
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Provincial Racing News November 10 2026 LEES KEEN TO MAKE IT EIGHTH TIME LUCKY IN THE HUNTER NOVEMBER 10, 2026: KRIS Lees has had runners in all seven runnings of his home track’s richest race – and been placed in four of them. He will be back at Broadmeadow on Saturday keen to get a breakthrough in the eighth edition…
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An exciting filly emerged in the Gr.3 NZB Spring Stakes in Katoto! From the @chris_waller_racing stable, this daughter of Wootton Bassett and jockey Tyler Schiller proved too strong late in the mile contest 🌟
A million dollar moment! 🏆
Congratulations to Gerald Ryan & Sterling Alexiou, taking home our feature $1 million Newcastle Herald The Hunter with General Salute. The son of Russian Revolution & jockey Tim Clark came out on top in a tight finish with She’s An Artist 🫡
The fashion, the flair and a little bit of race-day magic ✨ Newcastle, you understood the assignment!
@chris_waller_racing & @siena.g06 combine with Ertijaaj to take out the McGrath – Izzy’s Gift, named in honour of Izzy Neale 🩷
Jason Collett collects a double with Cuban Cigar scoring in the @ausureinsurancenewcastle Rose Davies Legend Mile for @tracey__bartley__racing 💛
@johnsargentracing on the board in the Express Glass Midway with Change My Address and Jason Collett kicking clear 💌
@archibaldracing Rob discusses the chances of Sweynesday in the feature
@lees_racing chats thru what he loves about The Hunter Raceday including Infancy in $1million feature
That’s two for @nash_rawiller as he claims the @tabcomau Highway aboard @matthewdunnracing galloper Think Like Paddy 🎼
Ruby checks in at the @myer Beauty Bar with the much needed touch ups for the girls
Get along to the Beauty Bar to get your makeup touch up
It’s back-to-back for @ciaronmaherracing with Rock Empire impressive in the hands of @nash_rawiller, taking out the @karakachat Alf Kneebone Trans-Tasman Trophy 🇳🇿
The first of the day goes the way of Lucky Lakota, trained by @ciaronmaherracing & ridden by @djgibbons_ for @australianbloodstock 👏🏽
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Gates are open & we are off & racing
for The Hunter Raceday 2026
Stay tuned to socials & remember to tag @newcastleracecourse
Hear from a couple of our top jockeys on their best of the day & track conditions! ☀️
🏇 It’s The Newcastle Herald Hunter Race Day today at Newcastle Racecourse!
🎉 Get ready for Newcastle’s ultimate race day atmosphere, featuring world-class racing, live entertainment, premium hospitality and an electric trackside celebration.
🍾 Arrive early and enjoy a complimentary welcome champagne for the first 500 guests (aged 18+).
🏇 Witness the thrilling $1 million Hunter Race, then keep the celebrations going with Hot Dub Time Machine taking over after the last race!
🕥 Early Members Gates: 10:30am
🚪 Gates Open: 11:00am
🏇 First Race: 12:35pm
🏇 Last Race: 5:55pm
🎺 Hot Potato Band live welcoming you at the gates from 11am
🎧 Hot Dub Time Machine after the last race
✨ Gather your crew and join us for the race day that stops Newcastle!
🚨 FINAL CALL, NEWCASTLE! TOMORROW IS THE DAY! 🏇🔥
The countdown is almost over! The Newcastle Herald Hunter Race Day is TOMORROW, and this is your final reminder to lock in your $40 General Admission tickets! 🎟️
For just $40, you’re getting:
🎧 World-famous DJ Hot Dub Time Machine LIVE after the last race!
🏇 10 races, including the $1 MILLION Newcastle Herald Hunter!
🎺 Hot Potato Band bringing the energy from the gates!
🎶 Live DJs, trackside entertainment and so much more!
ONE TICKET. ONE MASSIVE DAY. JUST $40! 🤯
📅 TOMORROW – Saturday 14 November
Don’t be the one watching everyone’s stories tomorrow wishing you were there! 👀
🎟️ FINAL CALL! Grab your $40 GA tickets NOW via the link in bio!
🌱☘️Newcastle Racecourse CEO, Duane Dowell, and General Manager of Tracks and Facilities, Chris Nation, provide their #trackreport ahead of tomorrow’s The Newcastle Herald Hunter Race Day.
All venues are full but you can still get a General Admission ticket 🎟️ for just $40 to come along and enjoy all the great racing action including the $1 Million Hunter and enjoy Hot Dub Time Machine 🎶🎧 after the last race.
We can’t wait to see you there! 🎉🍾
