Sat 14 Nov · 10:30am
Newcastle Racecourse · Broadmeadow
a million dollar race, ten on the card and a city trackside
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Newcastle's biggest day on the track is back.
All eyes will be on The Hunter, the city's AUD1 million racing spectacular. This isn't just another race day. It's an event that stops Newcastle, drawing Australia's fastest horses, the nation's top jockeys and a crowd ready for an unforgettable celebration.
Featuring a blockbuster 10-race program with more than AUD2.59 million in prize money, the atmosphere will be nothing short of electric. Every race is a showdown, every cheer is louder, every moment counts.
Expect top tier entertainment after the last race for a party which lasts well into the evening.
From high-octane racing to dazzling fashions, gourmet food, premium hospitality and music to move the crowd, The Newcastle Herald Hunter Race Day is where Newcastle comes alive.
Secure your tickets now and experience Newcastle's biggest day on the track.
Getting there
Newcastle Racecourse, Broadmeadow
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When is The Newcastle Herald Hunter Race Day?
Sat 14 Nov 2026, 10:30am.
Where is it?
Newcastle Racecourse, Broadmeadow, NSW.
Where do I get tickets?
On visitnewcastle.com.au. The button at the top of this page goes straight there.
How do I find out which of my mates are keen?
Tap "Ask your mates if they're keen" on this page. You get one link for the group chat, and your mates answer keen, maybe or can't in their browser, with no app and no sign-up. It is free.
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