Trigg Family Fun Raceday
Treat the whole clan to classic summer memories and smiles with a fun-filled day trackside at the Trigg Family Raceday on January 7th 2025.
Enjoy exciting racing action while the kids are entertained in the free Trigg Kids Zone or competing in the foot races on the track. Relax and enjoy a drink, select from a variety of food options, listen to live music the Corona Courtyard, and let the “Punters’ Club” find a winner for you.
Beat the crowds and pre-book. Options include a Bonecrusher Lounge reserved seating and lunch; a Gazebo space along the outside rail of the track or just kick back and unwind in the sunshine with a low-key picnic on the lawn. Food options include Bayview Café and food court vendors.
Get ready for the ultimate summer gathering! Book your spot now with all the details below.
General admission:
$15 entry for 18 years and over.
Gates open: 11am .
Come dressed in casual wear but remember it is an outdoor event and is weather dependent so there maybe changes to what is available and the timing of events. Read the Ts and Cs of entry in the About Section.
Transport and Car Parking:
Car parking at the course is free.
There will be free return raceday buses from Whangarei with bus pick up times to be finalised once race times are confirmed. Pick up points are Kamo Club; Kamo Hotel; Kensington Tavern; Rose Street Bus Terminal; The Judge House of Ale. Other pick up points can be arranged for large groups by contacting the office. Additional pick up points will be in Marsden Cove, One Tree Point and Ruakaka Beach.
Food & Drink
Bars,Bayview Cafe, The Morning Glory coffee van and betting operations will be open from 11.30am.
Indoor/Outdoor Options
Choose your spot .. ..on the lawn hill, on the seats in the shade of the grandstand roof or in one of the function rooms open for the public..all with no charge.
Eftpos will be available from selected betting windows and bars but there are no credit card facilities.
The Ruakaka Racecourse is a NO BYO Alcohol venue. Full terms and conditions of entry are detailed in the ABOUT SECTION of this website.
Wanting more information ...contact the club on 09 432 7249 or email info@ruakakaracing.co.nz
Options to choose from ..
- $540 PER TABLE (8) – less than 8 persons and you may be required to share.
Enjoy the shade and comfort of all day reserved seating in this exclusive, perfectly located lounge.
Your Package includes:
- Course admission and race book per guest.
- Pre-lunch nibbles on arrival followed by buffet lunch, sweets, tea and coffee.
- Cash bar, TAB facilities and TV’s in the lounge with an outside Courtyard to watch and listen to the live music or watch the races.
Pre book a 3m x 3m site to erect your gazebo and picnic area and set up the perfect base camp for your family and friends. Located at the bottom of the main public lawn along the home straight fence. Just up the hill are all the amenities including TAB, bar, food, toilets and live music. No BYO alcohol.
Does not include general admission – SITE FEE ONLY.
Exclusive fenced area located on the front lawn of the home straight and right at the heart of the racing action. $1700 PER GROUP (10). Contact the Club as the marquees are usually rolled over each year with only limited spaces becoming available.
Group an be extended to 18 with an adjoining umbrella and furniture.