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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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In form Newcastle apprentice William Stanley rode his fifth winner in twelve days when successful on gallopers for Newcastles Hunter Hall of Famer trainers Kris Lees and Paul Perry at Thursdays Newcastle Jockey Club race meeting. Backing up from success at Warwick Farm aboard Mark Minerviniโs Hanau the previous day. Stanley kicked off the day […]
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Gary Harley Peter Snowden, fresh from training last Fridayโs Group 3 Newcastle Stakes winner Tuileries on the Newcastle track will send four of his team up the M1 for Thursdayโs race meeting. All four of Snowdenโs team have genuine chances however I am keen on the Yulong owned 3-year-old filly Vision In A Dream in […]
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Gary Harley Newcastle โ Hunter Hall Of Fame trainer Peter Snowden trained his fourth Newcastle Stakes (formally Newcastle Newmarket) winner when talented mare Tuileries won the Group 3 Horsepower sponsored event on Friday. Tuileries ($5.50) had to overcome a wide barrier however jockey Chad Schofield fired the mare out of the barriers and she settled […]
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SoundBites is textingโฆ are you coming? ๐๐ฒ
๐ด Incredible local food & chef demos
๐ท Hunter Valley wines
๐ถ Live set from Hindley Street Country Club
๐จโ๐ณ Cooking demos with Miguel Maestre + top local chefs
Itโs all happening at SoundBites Food & Wine Festival at Newcastle Racecourse as part of @newcastlefoodmonth
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Saturday 28 March
๐ First release tickets from $65, limited remaining
Donโt leave it on readโฆ secure your tickets now.
SoundBites is bringing unforgettable moments to the festival, including a special pop-up with Balloon Aloft. ๐
Step into the experience and capture the moment at the Balloon Aloft photo wall, the perfect spot to snap a festival photo with friends while soaking up the atmosphere at SoundBites Food & Wine Festival at Newcastle Racecourse.
Great food, Hunter Valley wine, live music and plenty of photo-worthy moments, itโs all part of the SoundBites experience and for only $65!
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Saturday 28 March๏ฟฝ๐ Grab your tickets now.
SoundBites is getting closer, and it looks like the team at Tulloch Wines are already in training. ๐ดโโ๏ธ๐ท
With more than 130 years of Hunter Valley winemaking behind them, Tulloch will be pouring their incredible wines at SoundBites Food & Wine Festival, part of Newcastle Food Month, at Newcastle Racecourse.
Come taste the passion, heritage and flavour that has made Tulloch a Hunter Valley favourite.
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Saturday 28 March
๐ Grab your tickets now via the link in bio
Pre-release tickets are SOLD OUT, and first release is going fast. ๐ฅ
Donโt miss your chance to experience SoundBites Food & Wine Festival, part of @newcastlefoodmonth, as Newcastle Racecourse transforms into Newcastleโs biggest day of food, wine and music.
Enjoy incredible dishes from some of Newcastleโs favourite venues, Hunter Valley wines and live cooking demonstrations from celebrity chef Miguel Maestre. Then sing along to the biggest hits of the 70s, 80s and 90s when global sensation Hindley Street Country Club takes the stage. ๐ถ๐ท๐ด
๐ Only limited first release tickets remain, donโt wait.
Secure yours now before the next release begins – link in bio
SoundBites is bringing together incredible food, wine and live entertainment as part of @newcastlefoodmonth with first release tickets from just $65. ๐ท
Discover the story behind some of the Hunterโs great wines, including Two Rivers Wines, showcasing the craft, care and process that goes into every bottle at SoundBites Food & Wine Festival at Newcastle Racecourse.
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Saturday 28 March
๐ Grab your tickets now via the link in bio
SoundBites is serving up incredible food, wine and live entertainment as part of @newcastlefoodmonth , with first release tickets from just $65. ๐ด๐ท
The dishes in this video are from Jana Restaurant at QT Newcastle, showcasing the style of food theyโre known for and what theyโll be bringing to SoundBites Food & Wine Festival at Newcastle Racecourse. Enjoy a live demonstration from Jana Restaurant, bringing their passion for fresh, local ingredients and beautifully crafted dishes to SoundBites Food & Wine Festival at Newcastle Racecourse.
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Saturday 28 March
๐ Grab your tickets now via the link in bio
SoundBites is bringing some of Newcastleโs best food experiences together for one incredible day. ๐ด
The team from Roundhouse at Crystalbrook Kingsley will be taking the stage for a live chef demonstration, showcasing their signature style and celebrating the best local produce.
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Saturday 28 March
๐ Grab your tickets now via the link in bio
Jon the Pom is excited for Soundbitesโฆ are you??
Over 50 years of Hunter Valley winemaking, and still at the top. ๐ท
Petersons Wines has been producing award-winning wine from their Mount View estate since 1971. From elegant Semillon to classic Shiraz, this is Hunter Valley heritage in every pour. Come taste the difference at SoundBites Food & Wine Festival.
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Saturday 28 March
๐ Grab your tickets now via the link in bio
SoundBites Food & Wine Festival is bringing some of Newcastleโs favourite flavours to Newcastle Racecourse. ๐ด
One of the local venues joining the lineup is The Prince, serving up delicious crowd-favourite dishes that Newcastle locals know and love in a live demonstration.
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Saturday 28 March๏ฟฝ๐ Grab your tickets now via the link in bio
Carringtonโs finest spirits are coming to SoundBites. ๐ฅ
Earp Distilling Co has been part of Newcastleโs fabric since 1883, and today they craft premium small-batch gin, vodka and cocktails from their harbourside distillery. From the classic No. 8 Dry Gin to the legendary Oyster Gin, this is local distilling at its finest.
Have a taste at SoundBites Food & Wine Festival
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Saturday 28 March
๐ Grab your tickets now via the link in bio
Newcastle favourite Signal Box is bringing the flavour to SoundBites Food & Wine Festival. ๐ด๐ฅ
Watch their talented chefs take the stage for a live cooking demonstration, showcasing the creativity, technique and incredible local produce that makes Signal Box one of Newcastleโs most loved dining spots.
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Saturday 28 March
๐ Grab your tickets now via the link in bio
SoundBites Food & Wine Festival is your chance to sip some of the Hunterโs finest ๐ท
Award-winning winery Hungerford Hill will be pouring wines that reflect the land, history and heart of the region. Meet the makers, taste the wines, and discover why the Hunter is one of Australiaโs most loved wine regions.
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Saturday 28 March๏ฟฝ๐ Tickets on sale now via link in bio
Sweet tooths, this oneโs for you ๐ฐ
Hunter favourite Reece Hignell from Cake Boi is bringing his signature baking magic to the SoundBites Food & Wine Festival with a live dessert demonstration.
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Saturday 28 March๏ฟฝ๐ Grab your tickets now, limited first release remaining – link in bio.
Itโs not a racedayโฆ itโs Newcastleโs biggest food, wine and music festival. ๐ท๐ด
Newcastle – guess whoโs cooking at SoundBites? ๐ฅ
Celebrity chef Miguel Maestre is joining us at SoundBites Food & Wine Festival for a live cooking demonstration, serving up incredible dishes and showcasing the best local produce.
Come watch Miguel in action, enjoy amazing food from Newcastle favourites, sip Hunter Valley wines and soak up the festival vibes at Newcastle Racecourse. ๐ท๐ถ
๐๏ธ First release tickets just $65, grab yours before theyโre gone. ๐๐ผ Link in bio.
What a memorable International Womenโs Day we had last Friday at Newcastle Racecourse alongside our Horsepower Newcastle Stakes Race Day.
Thank you to all who came and helped celebrate. The $20,000 raised for the Samaritans will make a meaningful impact on our community. ๐
โI love itโฆ I LOVE it more.โ
Us adding live music, incredible food and Hunter Valley wine to the same day. ๐ค
Catch Hindley Street Country Club live on stage and see Miguel Maestre cooking up a storm at SoundBites Food & Wine Festival. ๐ท๐ถ๐ดSaturday, 28 March
First release tickets are just $65, but they wonโt last.
Grab yours now. ๐๏ธ Link in bio ๐๐ผ
Everyoneโs comingโฆ are you? ๐
SoundBites Food & Wine Festival is taking over Newcastle Racecourse for a full day of incredible food, wine and live music. ๐ท๐ถ๐ด
Catch global sensation Hindley Street Country Club live on stage and see celebrity chef Miguel Maestre in action with a live cooking demo, plus some of Newcastleโs favourite venues serving up amazing food all day.
Limited tickets available, secure yours now via the link in bio before they sell out! ๐๏ธ
๐ Itโs Not a Raceday – Itโs SoundBites! ๐
Get ready, Newcastle! The SoundBites Food & Wine Festival is taking over on Saturday 28 March 2026 ๐ท๐ถ๐ด
Indulge in:
โจ Over 40 local food & wine stalls
โจ Live chef demos with Miguel Maestre
โจ High-energy performance from Hindley Street Country Club
โจ Grape stomping, food challenges & roaming festival fun
First release tickets are just $65, grab yours before they sell out!
๐๏ธ Tickets via the link in bio
