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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
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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
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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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Three Group 3 races, more than $1.4 Million in feature prizemoney, Melbourne Cup tickets, show-stopping fashion and live entertainment will headline Newcastleโs biggest weekend of Spring Racing. MEDIA RELEASE | SEPTEMBER 2026 The countdown is officially on to one of Newcastleโs biggest weekends of the year, with Newcastle Racecourse set to come alive for two spectacular days of Spring Racing…
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Gary Harley The feature event on the second day of the Newcastle Jockey Clubโs Spring Carnival on Saturday is the J&H Commercial Ladies Day Cup, and the race has attracted a capacity field. The Matthew Smith trained Silencio Porfavor is knocking on the door after two recent Metro placings and a close second last start at Wyong on September 4.…
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Gary Harley – Sharp Office Newcastle Gold Cup Race Day The two-day Newcastle Jockey Clubs 2026 Spring Carnival kicks off on Friday with three Group 3 events. The $300,000 Sharp Office Newcastle Gold Cup (2300m), the $250,000 Newcastle Car & Truck Rental Cameron Handicap (1500m) and the $250,000 NZB Tibbie Stakes (1400m). The rising star of the Sydney stayers ranks…
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The gates are open for the Sharp Office Newcastle Gold Cup Race Day! Tickets available at the gate, See you there!
Gates are open for Sharp Office Newcastle Gold Cup Race Day ๐
The sun ๐ is shining and the racing is on ๐
Come on down for a great day at the track! ๐
Itโs Sharp Office Newcastle Gold Cup Race Day today! โจ๐
Join us for one of the biggest race days on the calendar as the 2026 Spring Racing Carnival gets underway at Newcastle Racecourse.
Todayโs race times:
๐ First Race: 1:00pm
๐ Last Race: 5:20pm
Todayโs feature race program is headlined by the Group 3 Newcastle Gold Cup, alongside the Tibbie Stakes and Cameron Handicap, bringing together quality fields and some of the best thoroughbreds on the spring racing circuit.
Experience the excitement of feature race day with premium hospitality, vibrant trackside atmosphere and all the energy of one of Newcastleโs most iconic sporting and social events.
Whether you`re joining us for the racing, hospitality or atmosphere, thereโs no better place to be today than Newcastle Racecourse. โจ๐๐
Sky Racingโs Luke Marlow spoke with Chris Nation, our General Manager of Tracks & Facilities, ahead of Spring Carnival this weekend. ๐ฑโ๏ธ
Itโs going to be a great weekend of racing, starting with Sharp Office Newcastle Gold Cup tomorrow and Ladies Day on Saturday. ๐๐
We canโt wait to see you for all the action! From Group 3 Thoroughbred racing ๐ด on the track in the Tibbie Stakes, Cameron Handicap and Newcastle Gold Cup tomorrow, to the incredible outfits and fashions of Hungerford Hill Fashions on The Field on Saturday. ๐๐โ๏ธ
#newcastleracecourse #springcarnival #trackreport
๐ฅ Spring Carnival starts here.
Newcastle Racecourse officially kicked off the 2026 Spring Racing Carnival in style with our annual Cocktail Party โ an evening of racing, great company and plenty of excitement for the two huge days ahead.
We were delighted to welcome special guest speaker Matthew Smith, who joined us for the evening and shared his insights and stories from the racing world.
With the Sharp Office Newcastle Gold Cup and Ladies Day just around the corner, the countdown is officially on.
Hereโs to an incredible Spring Carnival at Newcastle Racecourse. ๐ฅ๐
#NewcastleRacecourse #SpringRacingCarnival #NewcastleGoldCup #LadiesDay #NewyRacing
๐๐ฅ TWO DAYS OF SPRING RACING FOR JUST $40!
Make the most of the Newcastle Racecourse Spring Racing Carnival with our limited-time 2-Day Pass.
Purchase your GA ticket to Sharp Office Newcastle Gold Cup Day using promo code NJCSPRING26 and get your Ladies Day GA included, giving you entry to BOTH race days for just $40 total! ๐
๐ Sharp Office Newcastle Gold Cup Day
๐ธ Ladies Day
๐๏ธ Both days. Just $40.
Use promo code NJCSPRING26 when purchasing your Newcastle Cup Day ticket to unlock the 2-Day Pass.
Get the crew together and experience two of Newcastleโs biggest days of spring racing! ๐ฅ๐
Limited-time offer.
๐ค LETโS GO GIRLS! ๐โจ
The racing might finish, but Ladies Day isnโt over yet!
Stick around after the last race as The Australian Shania Twain Show takes over Newcastle Racecourse for a huge live performance packed with all the Shania hits you know and love. ๐ถ
๐ธ Ladies Day
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Saturday, 19 September
๐ค The Australian Shania Twain Show – LIVE after the last race
๐๏ธ Limited tickets remaining – secure yours and make a day of it! Link in bio โ
Two huge days. One unforgettable weekend.
๐ Friday 18 September | Sharp Office Newcastle Gold Cup Day
๐ Saturday 19 September | Ladies Day
Expect that unbeatable Spring Carnival atmosphere.
This could be you this weekend. โจ
Grab your crew, dress for the occasion and get your tickets before theyโre gone.
๐ฅ START YOUR RACE DAY WITH A GLASS OF CHAMPAGNE ON US!
Weโre kicking off Spring Racing Carnival in style! โจ
Be one of the first 500 through the gates at either Sharp Office Newcastle Gold Cup Day or Ladies Day and enjoy a complimentary glass of Champagne on arrival. ๐ฅ
๐ Sharp Office Newcastle Gold Cup Day
Friday, 18 September
๐ธ Ladies Day
Saturday, 19 September
So rally your crew, get trackside early and raise a glass to two of Newcastleโs biggest days of spring racing. ๐โจ
First 500 through the gates only – donโt be late!
๐๏ธ Tickets on sale now via the link in bio.
Tom said it best..
Ladies Day looks good on you ๐ฅ๐ฅ๐ฅ
๐ค MEET YOUR HOST โ JANE GOLDSMITH
Weโre excited to welcome familiar Newcastle face Jane Goldsmith as the host of this yearโs Hungerford Hill Fashions on the Field at Ladies Day! ๐โจ
Jane will take to the Ascot Lawn to guide us through one of the most anticipated moments of the day, as our best-dressed racegoers step into the spotlight.
๐ Ascot Lawn
โฐ From 1:15pm
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Saturday 19 September
Planning to enter? Registrations are open now via the link in bio, or you can register at the booth on the day from gates open until 12pm.
We canโt wait to see you there! ๐ฅ๐
๐ค LETโS GO GIRLS! ๐โจ
The last race doesnโt mean the end of Ladies Dayโฆ in fact, the party is just getting started! After the final horse crosses the finish line, get ready for the Australian Shania Twain Tribute Show LIVE at Newcastle Racecourse. ๐ถ๐ฅ
Grab the girls, keep the drinks flowing and sing along to all the Shania classics as we take Ladies Day into the evening.
๐ Ladies Day
๐
Saturday 19 September
๐ค Shania Twain Tribute Show after the final race
Come for the racing. Stay for Shania ๐ค ๐
๐๏ธ Get your Ladies Day tickets now via the link in bio.
๐ NEWCASTLE, ITโS ALMOST GOLD CUP TIME!
One of the biggest days on Newcastleโs social and sporting calendar returns on Friday 18 September.
Sharp Office Newcastle Gold Cup Race Day launches the 2026 Spring Racing Carnival with an action-packed afternoon of racing, entertainment and spring celebrations.
๐ Group 3 $300,000 Newcastle Gold Cup
๐ Group 3 Tibbie Stakes
๐ Group 3 Cameron Handicap
๐ฅ Bars, racing & a buzzing race day atmosphere
Round up your crew, dress for the occasion and experience Gold Cup Day from the lawns with General Admission.
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Friday 18 September
GA tickets are on sale now. Donโt miss one of Newcastleโs biggest days of the year. โ Link in bio.
โจ MAKE A DAY OF IT IN THE MEADOWS
Gather the group and celebrate Sharp Office Newcastle Gold Cup Race Day in style from the Meadows Marquee.
Positioned with great views of the Parade Ring and Winning Post, Meadows puts you right amongst the atmosphere of one of the biggest days on Newcastleโs racing calendar.
Think spring racing, great company, trackside atmosphere and an afternoon made for celebrating. ๐ฅ๐
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Friday 18 September
๐ Newcastle Racecourse
Whether itโs with friends, colleagues or clients, make the Meadows your home for Gold Cup Day.
Limited tickets remaining! Link in bio โ
๐ฅ YOUR LADIES DAY, ELEVATED
Gather the girls and make The Terraces your home for Ladies Day at Newcastle Racecourse.
With sweeping views across the track and Winning Post, The Terraces are perfect for smaller groups wanting their own space while staying right amongst the atmosphere. ๐โจ
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Saturday 19 September
๐ Newcastle Racecourse
Limited spaces remain โ book your Terrace for Ladies Day now via the link in bio
๐ GET CLOSER TO THE ACTION THIS GOLD CUP DAY
Experience the excitement of Sharp Office Newcastle Gold Cup Race Day from one of the best spots on course, right alongside the home straight in the Trackside Marquee.
๐ฅ Premium race day hospitality
๐ฝ๏ธ Delicious food & beverages
๐ An incredible trackside position
โจ The perfect way to entertain clients, reward your team or celebrate with friends
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Friday 18 September
๐ Newcastle Racecourse
Secure your Trackside Marquee tickets now. Link in bioโ
๐ฅ BEATS, BUBBLES & BEER ๐ถ๐ป
Looking for a new way to do Ladies Day? Weโve got just the spot.
Gather the girls and head to The Pavilion on Saturday 19 September for an afternoon of bubbles, beats and all the race day action.
For just $99 per person, enjoy:
๐ฅ 3-hour Champagne & beer drinks package
๐ถ Jukebox tunes
๐ธ Cocktail-style setting
๐ All the Ladies Day atmosphere
Dress up, drink up and make a day of it. ๐โจ
Ladies Day | Saturday 19 September
๐ Newcastle Racecourse
๐๏ธ Book your spot now โ limited tickets available. Link in bio โ
โจ MEET THE JUDGES โจ
The outfits are being planned, the finishing touches are coming togetherโฆ now meet the panel deciding who will take out Fashions on the Field at Ladies Day 2026! ๐๐
Leading this yearโs judging panel is renowned fashion stylist Kate Kohler, our Head Judge. With an impeccable eye for style and a passion for celebrating individuality, Kate will be looking for those race day looks that truly stand out.
Joining Kate are Dean & Mitch from The Boys Studio, bringing their expertise in hair, makeup and all things style, alongside our 2026 Faces of the Hunter, Selina & Ben. โจ
Together, theyโll be looking for style, confidence and individuality when Fashions on the Field takes centre stage.
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Ladies Day | Saturday 19 September๏ฟฝ
๐ Ascot Lawn | 1:15pm
Think youโve got the winning look? ๐
Registrations are NOW OPEN! Register online before 12pm Friday 18 September, or enter on the day from gates open until 12pm.
๐ Register now via the link in bio.
