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Barfoot & Thompson Auckland Cup Day

  • 9 March 2024
  • Ellerslie Racecourse
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Barfoot & Thompson Auckland Cup Day

When
9 March 2024
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Start times
Gates open at 11:00am
First race starts at 12:30pm
Where
Ellerslie Racecourse
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Ellerslie Racecourse

The big race, the great day and one final hurrah to one incredible summer of racing.

Join the crowds to cheer on racing's athletes as they vye for Barfoot & Thompson Auckland Cup Week's namesake silverware and their place in the history books.

Featuring the $500,000 Barfoot & Thompson Auckland Cup, the Group 1 Sistema Stakes, the Group 1 Bonecrusher New Zealand Stakes, a fashion competition PLUS a host of other races & entertainment in support, Barfoot & Thompson Auckland Cup Day delivers a buzz like nothing else.

​Add to this good people, chic marquees, delicious food, the hunt for a winner, music & more from the team behind The Grand Tour Racing Festival including an on-site afterparty complete with The Black Seeds (yes, you read that right!) PLUS a gorgeous March day and you’ve got a buzz like nowhere else.

​The greatest end-of-summer celebration, get your social life on track.

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What to expect

Feature Races

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    Group 2 Barfoot & Thompson Auckland Cup

  • Race
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    Group 1 Sistema Stakes

  • Race
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    Group 1 Bonecrusher New Zealand Stakes

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The Grand Tour

Barfoot & Thompson Auckland Cup Day is Auckland's last stop on The Grand Tour and it's one not to be missed. We'll just say one thing...The Black Seeds. Trust us, you're going to want to be first in line for tickets. Sign up below.

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  • Other Information
    • On-site parking is free and accessed through Derby Downs Place
    • All bars close shortly after the last race with the exception of the on-site afterparty
    • Auckland Thoroughbred Racing encourages responsible drinking and intoxicated persons will not be granted entry to Ellerslie Racecourse
    • A dress code applies in hospitality areas. Please click here for more information
    • Tickets are non-refundable and prices include GST. A separate booking fee of $1.50 per ticket will also apply upon purchase
    • Promotional photographs, social media content & film footage will be taken at this event. By entering the racecourse, event-goers consent to use of their image by the Club & New Zealand Thoroughbred Racing for promotional purposes
    • Event terms & conditions apply. 

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