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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 Racecourseโs 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, itโs ideal for businesses seeking a professional setting with seamless event delivery.
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latest news & highlights
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Gary Harley โHerald The Newcastle Jockey Club will host the Maitland Rugby Club Raceday at the Newcastle racecourse on Saturday. Followers of Newcastleโs leading jockey Aaron Bullock could be in for a profitable day as the local boy has been booked for three early favourites and other well fancied gallopers during the day. Bullock has the mount on the Cessnock…
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Sky racings gavin carmody interviews duane dowell Video credit to Sky Racing.
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Gary Harley Five country trained gallopers were successful at the seven-race Wine Country Race Meeting on the Beaumont track on Monday while Aaron Bullock closed the gap on Zac Lloyd in the New South Wales Jockeys Premierships. The easiest winner on the day was the Muswellbrook mare Kermitsapet in the 1150 metre Reward Hospitality Class 1 Handicap. Trained by Tim…
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Newcastle Racecourse CEO, Duane Dowell, and our General Manager of Tracks and Facilities discuss the track ahead of tomorrowโs Maitland Rugby Race Day.
Be sure to embrace the theme and wear your black and white ๐ค๐ค
We look forward to seeing you tomorrow! ๐๐
๐ค๐ค Embrace your black and white for Maitland Rugby Race Day this Halloween!
๐ Join us for all the thrilling racing action.
โจ Be spellbound by the trackside atmosphere.
๐ธ Sip on our limited-edition Halloween cocktail potion, "The Thriller" from the Ascot Bar.
๐ง Feel the energy with live DJ entertainment on the Ascot Lawn.
โซโช Black & white is the dress code. โซโช
๐ปA hauntingly good time is guaranteed. ๐ป
๐ฌ Thereโs more treat than trick this Maitland Rugby Day! ๐
๐๐ NEWCASTLE, THE HUNT IS ON! ๐๐
The Golden Horseshoe Hunt is BACK, and weโre giving FIVE lucky winners the ultimate day out at Newcastleโs BIGGEST race day! ๐ฅ
๐ 5 GOLDEN HORSESHOES
๐ 5 SECRET LOCATIONS
๐ 5 EPIC PRIZE PACKAGES
๐ 5 CHANCES TO STRIKE GOLD!
To celebrate The Newcastle Herald Hunter Race Day on Saturday 14 November, weโre hiding golden horseshoes across Newcastle, and itโs up to YOU to find them! ๐
๐ WHATโS UP FOR GRABS?
Each day, ONE lucky winner will score an incredible race day package for themselves and their crew, including:
๐๏ธ 6 x General Admission tickets
๐ฅ $500 hospitality voucher
๐ $150 Uber voucher
๐พ A reserved table for your crew
๐ Exclusive Newcastle Racecourse merchandise
๐ HEREโS HOW TO HUNT!
๐
2โ6 NOVEMBER 2026
โฐ 7AM: A brand-new clue drops on our socials, hinting at the dayโs secret location.
๐ CRACK THE CLUE: Put your detective skills to the test and work out where the Golden Horseshoe is hiding!
๐ FIND IT FIRST: Be the first to uncover the horseshoe and WIN the dayโs epic prize package!
And the best part? Youโll be celebrating at The Newcastle Herald Hunter Race Day, featuring the $1 MILLION race, live entertainment and international sensation Hot Dub Time Machine after the last race! ๐ถ๐ฅ
๐จ THE FIRST CLUE DROPS MONDAY 2 NOVEMBER AT 7AM!
๐ฒ Follow us, turn on your notifications and tag your crew. Youโre going to need all the help you can get!
FIVE DAYS. FIVE LOCATIONS. FIVE WINNERS.
๐ WILL YOU BE THE ONE TO STRIKE GOLD? ๐โจ
#GoldenHorseshoeHunt #TheHunterRaceDay #NewcastleRacecourse #NewcastleNSW #HotDubTimeMachine
๐๐ THE GOLDEN HORSESHOE HUNT IS BACK! ๐๐
Newcastle, are you ready for the ultimate treasure hunt? ๐
Weโre bringing back the Golden Horseshoe Hunt to celebrate The Newcastle Herald Hunter Race Day on Saturday 14 November!
FIVE days. FIVE secret locations. FIVE incredible prize packages. Think youโve got what it takes to crack the clues and find the gold? ๐โจ
๐ WHATโS UP FOR GRABS?
Each day, ONE lucky winner will walk away with an epic race day experience, including:
๐๏ธ 6 x General Admission tickets to The Newcastle Herald Hunter Race Day
๐ฅ $500 hospitality voucher
๐ $150 Uber voucher
๐พ A reserved table for you and your crew
๐ Exclusive Newcastle Racecourse merchandise
๐ HEREโS HOW TO HUNT:
๐
2โ6 NOVEMBER 2026
โฐ 7:00AM โ Keep your eyes on our socials as we drop a brand-new clue revealing hints to the dayโs secret location.
๐ CRACK THE CLUE โ Put your detective skills to the test, work out where the Golden Horseshoe is hiding and race to the location!
๐ FIND IT FIRST โ Be the first to uncover the Golden Horseshoe and score the dayโs incredible prize package!
FIVE DAYS. FIVE LOCATIONS. FIVE WINNERS. WILL YOU STRIKE GOLD? ๐
๐ฒ Follow our socials, turn on your notifications and get ready to hunt!
๐จ THE FIRST CLUE AND HORSESHOE DROPS MONDAY 2 NOVEMBER AT 7AM!
Let the hunt begin! ๐โจ
๐๐ Maitland Rugby Race Day is coming to Newcastle Racecourse on Saturday 31 October.
Your General Admission ticket gives you access to:
๐ A full afternoon of thrilling live racing
๐ป Public bars and racecourse facilities
๐ฟ Trackside lawn areas
๐ An unbeatable race day atmosphere
Grab your mates, show your Maitland Rugby pride and enjoy a Saturday trackside!
๐๏ธ GA tickets available now https://bit.ly/4hYPyqW
๐ฝ๏ธ RACING WITH A SIDE OF LUXURY!
Why not make a day of it at Chevals Restaurant for Maitland Rugby Race Day?
Your dining experience includes:
๐ฅ Racecourse and Members` Enclosure admission
๐ฝ๏ธ A delicious chef-inspired buffet lunch
๐ Reserved seating with sweeping racecourse views
๐ A racebook to follow the action
All for $155 for non-members!
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Saturday 31 October. Book your Chevals Restaurant experience today https://bit.ly/4hYPyqW
Looking for the perfect spot to enjoy Maitland Rugby Race Day?
The Mark Murphy Lounge has you covered!
Your experience includes:
โ๏ธ Racecourse admission
โ๏ธ Reserved seating in an air-conditioned venue
โ๏ธ Panoramic views of the racetrack
โ๏ธ Access to private bar and betting facilities
All for $40pp!
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Saturday 31 October
๐๏ธ Book now via the link in our bio!
๐ฅ THREE COURSES, FIVE HOURS OF DRINKS & TRACKSIDE VIEWS!
Experience Maitland Rugby Race Day in style from the Trackside Marquee on Saturday 31 October! ๐
For $195 per person, enjoy an all-inclusive hospitality experience featuring:
๐ฝ๏ธ Premium three-course plated lunch
๐ฅ Five-hour beverage package
๐ Prime trackside views overlooking the home straight
๐ช Reserved seating in an air-conditioned marquee
๐ถ Live entertainment
๐ Racebook and TAB facilities
From the pre-race parade to the thrilling final stages of every race, you`ll be right amongst the action!
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Saturday 31 October
๐๏ธ Gather your friends and secure your Trackside Marquee tickets now via the link in our bio!
WHAT CAN $40 GET YOU? ๐๐ฅ
๐ง World-famous international DJ Hot Dub Time Machine
๐ Live racing featuring the $1 MILLION The Hunter
๐บ The incredible Hot Potato Band
๐ถ Live DJs keeping the party going
โจ Plus plenty more entertainment throughout the day!
Yep, ALL of this for just $40 with a General Admission ticket ๐คฏ
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Saturday 14 November
One ticket. One massive day. Unbeatable value.
๐๏ธ Don`t miss out, grab your tickets now via the link below
https://bit.ly/4hRHgRz
Maitland Rugby Race Day is coming to Newcastle Racecourse on Saturday 31 October, and the Mark Murphy Lounge is the perfect place to settle in for an afternoon of racing, drinks and good company.
Whether you`re catching up with mates or celebrating a special occasion, make the most of your day trackside. ๐
๐๏ธ Book your Mark Murphy Lounge experience now via the link below
https://bit.ly/4hYPyqW
What a fantastic day full of energy and entertainment TLE Newcastle Jungle Juice Cup Race Day was! ๐ค
From all the action on the track to incredible performances from Nikisha Priest and The Viper Creek Band. We hope you had an amazing time at the track! ๐
๐ถHOT DUB TIME MACHINE IS TAKING OVER THE HUNTER!๐ฅ
The racing might finish, but the party is just getting started! ๐บ
Get ready to dance through the decades as Hot Dub Time Machine takes the stage after the last race at The Newcastle Herald Hunter Race Day! ๐ง
From iconic throwbacks to your favourite party anthems, this is one trackside party you wonโt want to miss!
๐ Saturday 14 November
๐๏ธ Secure your tickets now via the link in bio!
๐ NEWCASTLE, THIS IS THE BIG ONE! ๐ฅ
The countdown is on to The Newcastle Herald Hunter Race Day on Saturday 14 November!
Get ready for Newcastleโs biggest day on the track, featuring the $1 MILLION Hunter race, live racing, trackside celebrations and an epic after-party with HOT DUB TIME MACHINE!๐ถ๐ฅ
Round up your crew, lock in your tickets and get ready for an unforgettable day at Newcastle Racecourse!
๐๏ธ TICKETS ON SALE NOW! Don`t miss out ๐ https://bit.ly/4hRHgRz
TLE Jungle Juice Cup Race Day! ๐ From the outfits to the atmosphere, and unforgettable memories made! Already counting down until next time! ๐ฅ๐
Pass the hat, keep the good times rolling! ๐ค ๐น
Jungle Juice Race Day, you understood the assignment! ๐๐ฅ
#NewcastleRacecourse #JungleJuice #RaceDay
๐ค BOOTS, SCOOTS & SOME SERIOUS MOVES! ๐๐บ
We put the Jungle Juice crowd to the test and asked them to show us their BEST hoedownโฆ and boy, did they deliver! ๐๐ฅ
From two-stepping pros to some questionable cowboy moves, the dance floor did not disappoint! ๐
Who do you reckon understood the assignment? ๐๐
#JungleJuice #NewcastleRacecourse #RaceDayVibes #Yeehaw #CountryVibes
Thank you for coming along and enjoying @tle_newcastle Jungle Juice Cup Race Day! ๐ค
We hope you enjoyed a country hoedown and kicked up your heels with our great entertainment alongside all the great racing action! ๐๐
Weโll be back for our next Saturday race day on Saturday October 31 for Maitland Rugby Race Day. Be sure to get your black and white outfit ready ๐ค๐ค
