12 Dec
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100 Ascot Avenue, Remuera, Auckland
- 09 524 4069
The festive season will descend upon us before we know it and as work slowly starts winding down for the year, your social life should be heating up.
An event not to be missed, think your standard raceday – glamorous & stylish – but at the same time fast-paced and action-packed.
Kicking off late afternoon & leading into a warm summer’s evening, there will be plenty on offer at the Barfoot & Thompson Twilight Summer Night – whether it’s out on the track or from around the bar.
Racing’s answer to 20/20 cricket, the night promises six thrilling races run back-to-back, providing the perfect backdrop to what’s easily Auckland’s favourite end-of-year celebration.
It’s also racing as the sun goes down and that means get set to party – particularly after the horses have gone home to bed and our friends Jupiter Project get things cranking at the infamous Birdcage Bash.
And for those with a keen eye for style, the Tan in the City Style Spotter Award will see one lucky person win a fabulous prize pack – so long as they’re the one deemed best dressed by public vote post-event.
This event is always a hot ticket, known for its vibrant crowd and unmatched people-watching from any of the evening’s buzzing hospitality precincts.
Plus! If you’re a TAB account holder, head on over to the newly-renovated TAB Winning Post where you can hang out for the evening. All you need to do is check in with your TAB account details to gain entry* (*subject to space).
Please note that raceday carparking is accessible via 16 Derby Downs Place (mobility / accessible parking, drop-offs and foot traffic via 100 Ascot Avenue). Learn more here.
In addition to shared precincts (see ticketing below), private hospitality options are available. Contact us to learn more.
If you're looking for the party hot spot, this is the place
It’s the night that’s on everyone’s lips and this prime outdoor location is the place to be
Once you arrive at this prime trackside viewing lounge, you won't want to leave
We are thrilled to welcome the team from Tan in the City to our partnership stable for the 24/25 racing season.
They have kindly offered all ticket holders to any raceday across our season, $5 off any tanning service at either their Ponsonby or Remuera salons.
All you have to do is show your ticket to the team when you arrive or add the code ELLERSLIERACES24 when booking your appointment and you’re golden!
If you require accommodation in Auckland to rest your hooves following a big night trackside, our partner SkyCity Auckland has you covered.
SkyCity Auckland offers a trio of exceptional accommodations that cater to a variety of tastes and preferences with SkyCity Hotel, The Grand by SkyCity, and Horizon by SkyCity.
We’re excited to offer our racegoers an exclusive 20% discount on the standard room rate at these three locations, valid until the end of March 2025. Simply click the hyperlinks above to automatically apply the discount to your booking.
For more details about each venue, please see below.
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