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Welcome to Racing Tauranga

One of the finest provincial racing venues in New Zealand, hosting some of the most popular race meetings in the Waikato/Bay of Plenty region.

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Winter Raceday

Sunday 12 July

Winter Raceday – Sunday 12 July

Make the most of the Matariki long weekend with a great day out at Tauranga Racecourse.

Gather your friends and family, wrap up warmly, and enjoy an afternoon of live thoroughbred racing in a relaxed winter atmosphere. Whether you're a racing enthusiast or simply looking for something different to do over the long weekend, there's something for everyone to enjoy.

  • Gates Open: 10:30am
  • First Race: 12:08pm
  • FREE Gate Admission
  • Food and bars open throughout the day
  • TAB betting facilities available
  • Indoor and outdoor viewing areas

Rug up, grab a hot coffee or your favourite drink, and settle in for an exciting afternoon of racing. With free entry and plenty of comfortable viewing options, it's the perfect way to round off the Matariki long weekend.

We look forward to welcoming you to Tauranga Racecourse on Sunday 12 July. 🏇❄️

MEETING INFO Event Details

Upcoming Events

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12
Jul
Winter Raceday (Matariki Long Weekend)
10:30AM
Celebrate Matariki weekend with a warm welcome at the track. Enjoy hearty winter hospitality, racing action, and a festive winter atmosphere.
Gate Admission
FREE
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14
Oct
October Midweek Races 2026
11:00am
Mid-week racing at Tauranga Racecourse. Free entry!
GENERAL ADMISSION
FREE
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31
Oct
Bayleys Community Carnival 2026
10.30am
A family-friendly day out with live entertainment, kids’ activities, great racing, and the Tauranga Crossing Fashions in the Field. A true celebration of community and colour!
Gate Admission
FREE
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RACING TAURANGA CLUB MEMBERSHIPS

Become a member at one of New Zealand's finest provincial racing venues

There’s nothing quite like the thrill of the races and with sweeping views of the racecourse, the Fairway (Members) Lounge is the perfect vantage point to catch all the racing action.

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Latest News

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Racing
28 June 2026
Kaimai Queen ticks black-type box at Tauranga
“She’s funny, she likes those wet tracks where it’s not raining on the day so the couple of dry days prior to yesterday suited her."
Racing
27 June 2026
Churchillian claims Tauranga Classic
Consistent mare Churchillian did what she does best when leading all the way to claim her third career black type success in the Listed Team Wealleans Tauranga Classic (1400m) on Saturday.
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27 June 2026
Flying filly dominates her Tauranga opposition
Promising filly Girlzgirlzgirlz broke her maiden status in fine fashion at Tauranga on Saturday when she showed her rivals a clean pair of heels from barrier rise in the opening act on the card, the Gartshore Construction Maiden (1200m).

Venue Hire

Our licensed venue has fantastic facilities available for hire, with a range of rooms to suit groups from 20 to 350. Perfect for weddings, birthdays, training days, board meetings and conferences, this versatile location also offers plenty of outdoor space for events.

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