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TRackside marquee
Corporate & Group Events
The Trackside Marquee offers a dynamic, flexible space for corporate functions, group celebrations and large-scale events. Positioned trackside with direct views of the action, it provides a premium marquee experience ideal for entertaining clients or hosting standout events.
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chevals restaurant
Corporate & Private Dining
Chevals Restaurant is Newcastle Racecourseโs premier private dining venue, ideal for corporate events, client entertaining and executive functions. Featuring uninterrupted views, a refined trackside setting and an inclusive buffet by Chef Mark Davies, it delivers polished, premium hospitality.
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the courtyard room
Corporate Functions & Meetings
The Courtyard Room is a versatile indoor venue designed for corporate meetings, presentations and private events. Offering a modern, flexible layout within Newcastle Racecourse, itโs ideal for businesses seeking a professional setting with seamless event delivery.
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latest news & highlights
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Hot Dub Time Machine is heading back to Newcastle Racecourse this November, bringing its party through the decades show to one of the cityโs biggest race events of the year. The popular party starter will headline the entertainment lineup at this yearโs Newcastle Herald Hunter Race Day following a hugely popular performance on Boxing Day 2025. This time, Hot Dub…
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the stage is set for the hunter’s richest race Dust off your favourite spring frock and suit jacket because one of the biggest days on the Newcastle social calendar is racing up around the bend. The Newcastle Herald Hunter race day returns to Broadmeadow on Saturday, November 14, as trainers and jockeys battle for a $1 million prize purse. Last…
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Gary Harley Scone trained 3-year-old filly Ole Steele bounced back from a barrier incident at Newcastle two weeks earlier to trounce her rivals at the Newcastle Racecourse on Saturday. It was the Maitland Rugby Club race meeting and Ole Steele was the $2.05 favourite in the 900-metre Hunt Hospitality Super Maiden Plate. On October 17 the filly was an odds-on…
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๐๐ WINNER NUMBER 4 HAS STRUCK GOLD! โจ
Another day, another Golden Horseshoe FOUND! ๐๐ฅ
A massive congratulations to our fourth lucky winner, who cracked the clue, tracked down the gold and scored an EPIC race day prize package! ๐ฅ๐๏ธ
Thatโs FOUR horseshoes down and just ONE to go! ๐
๐จ TOMORROW IS THE GRAND FINALE! ๐จ
Weโre going BIG for our final hunt, with one last chance to score the ultimate experience at The Newcastle Herald Hunter Race Day on Saturday 14 November!
Keep your eyes on our socials tonight for the final location reveal. You wonโt want to miss this one! ๐๐
#GoldenHorseshoeHunt #NewcastleRacecourse #TheHunterRaceDay #NewcastleEvents
๐ DAY 4: THE HUNT CONTINUES!*๐
Another day, another Golden Horseshoe, another chance to WIN BIG!
We`re getting closer to the finish line, but there`s still gold to be found around Newcastle. ๐
๐ TODAY`S CLUE:
Where ocean waves meet waters still,
And salty air brings a morning chill.
No need to dive or take a splash,
Just find the gold before you dash. ๐
Think you`ve solved it? Don`t waste time!
โฐ 7AM โ THE HUNT IS LIVE!
The first person to discover today`s Golden Horseshoe will win a prize package including 6 x GA tickets to The Newcastle Herald Hunter Race Day, a $500 hospitality voucher, $150 Uber voucher, reserved table and Newcastle Racecourse merchandise!
๐ถ Hot Dub Time Machine after the last
๐ $1 MILLION Newcastle Herald Hunter
๐ An unforgettable day trackside!
T&C`s apply, head to the link in our bio.
๐บ BIG BRASS. BIG BEATS. BIG RACE DAY ENERGY! ๐ฅ
The incredible Hot Potato Band is bringing their infectious energy, epic brass beats and non-stop party vibes to The Newcastle Herald Hunter Race Day! ๐ถ
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Saturday 14 November
And guess what? You can experience it all for JUST $40! ๐คฏ
Your General Admission ticket includes:
๐บ Hot Potato Band LIVE at the gates
๐ง World-famous DJ Hot Dub Time Machine after the last race
๐ Thrilling live racing featuring the $1 MILLION The Hunter
๐ถ Live DJs and so much more!
๐๏ธ Grab your $40 GA tickets now via the link in bio!
๐๐ THREE DOWN, TWO TO GO! ๐๐
The Golden Horseshoe Hunt is heating up! ๐ฅ
A huge congratulations to our DAY 3 WINNER, who cracked the clue, tracked down the golden horseshoe and scored an incredible prize package for The Newcastle Herald Hunter Race Day! ๐๐ฅ
Thatโs three golden horseshoes found, but weโre not finished yet! ๐
๐ TWO MORE DAYS. TWO MORE CHANCES TO WIN!
Keep your eyes on our socials at 7AM tomorrow for your next clue. Could you be our next lucky winner? ๐โจ
#GoldenHorseshoeHunt #NewcastleRacecourse #TheHunterRaceDay #NewcastleNSW
๐ HALFWAY THROUGH THE HUNT!*๐
Three days. Three golden opportunities. Have you cracked the clues yet? ๐
Day 3 is HERE, and we`ve hidden another Golden Horseshoe somewhere in Newcastle!
๐ YOUR RIDDLE:
Where coffee meets the lakeside view,
And walkers and cyclists pass on through.
A peaceful young monk sits by the bay,
Your golden prize is not far away! โจ
๐ THE REWARD?
One lucky winner will walk away with:
๐ฅ $500 hospitality voucher
๐๏ธ 6 x GA tickets to The Hunter
๐ $150 Uber voucher
๐พ Reserved table
๐ Newcastle Racecourse merchandise
โฐ The clue dropped at 7AM and the horseshoe is in position!
๐ Somewhere in Newcastle, your prize is waiting.
The clock is ticking. Can you find it first?๐
Head to our bio for the T&C`s
NOT $100. NOT $80. JUST $40. ๐ฅ
Your ticket to one of Newcastle`s biggest days out includes:
HOT DUB TIME MACHINE ๐ง
$1M THE HUNTER ๐
HOT POTATO BAND ๐บ
LIVE DJS ๐ถ
AND SO MUCH MORE! ๐ฅ
All for $40 General Admission.
Saturday 14 November | Newcastle Racecourse
The entertainment? MASSIVE.
The price? UNREAL.
๐๏ธ Tickets on sale now via the link in bio.
๐ค๐ค Thank you Newcastle for showing your Maitand Rugby pride at Saturday`s Maitland Rugby Race Day. We hope you had an incredible day at the races!
Let us know if you find yourself featured in any of our great race day images! ๐ธ
๐๐ ANOTHER GOLDEN HORSESHOE HAS BEEN FOUND! ๐๐
Day 2 of the Golden Horseshoe Hunt is done and dusted! ๐โจ
A HUGE congratulations to our second lucky winner, who cracked the clues, tracked down the golden prize and scored an incredible race day experience for The Newcastle Herald Hunter Race Day! ๐ฅ๐
Thatโs TWO horseshoes down and THREE still up for grabs! ๐
Think youโve got what it takes to find the next one?
๐ Keep your eyes on our socials tomorrow morning at 7AM for your next clue!
Newcastle, the hunt is ON! ๐
#GoldenHorseshoeHunt #NewcastleRacecourse #TheHunterRaceDay #NewcastleNSW
๐จ NEWCASTLE, YOUR NEXT CLUE HAS DROPPED!๐จ
Day 2 of the Golden Horseshoe Hunt is officially underway, and another incredible prize package is waiting to be discovered!
Think you know Newcastle? Let`s put that to the test. ๐
๐ DAY 2 RIDDLE:
Where thousands roar and champions play,
Red and blue can steal the day.
No boots or jerseys are needed here,
Just hunt for gold where crowds once cheer. ๐๏ธ
โฐ 7AM โ Clue released and horseshoe hidden!
๐ TODAY`S PRIZE:
A $500 hospitality voucher, 6 x GA tickets to The Newcastle Herald Hunter Race Day, a reserved table, $150 Uber voucher and Newcastle Racecourse merchandise!
All to experience the $1 MILLION Newcastle Herald Hunter and Hot Dub Time Machine LIVE after the last race! ๐ถ
๐ First to find the Golden Horseshoe takes home the prize!
GO, GO, GO! ๐
Send this to the group chat. The Saturday plans are SORTED. ๐ป๐
Imagine a full day trackside watching some of Australia`s best horses compete for $1 MILLION, dancing along to Hot Potato Band, enjoying live DJs and finishing the day with a massive set from world-famous Hot Dub Time Machine. ๐ง
Now imagine getting ALL of that for just $40.
Well, you don`t have to imagine it. ๐
๐ Newcastle Racecourse
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Saturday 14 November
๐๏ธ $40 General Admission
Book via the link in bio!
๐๐ WE HAVE OUR FIRST GOLDEN HORSESHOE WINNER! ๐
Newcastle, you didnโt waste any time! ๐๐
Our first Golden Horseshoe has officially been FOUND at ๐ The University of Newcastle!
A huge congratulations to our lucky winner, whoโs scored an epic prize package to enjoy at The Newcastle Herald Hunter Race Day on Saturday 14 November! ๐ฅ๐๏ธ
But Newcastle, weโre only just getting startedโฆ ๐
FOUR more days. FOUR more horseshoes. FOUR more chances to WIN! ๐
Keep your eyes glued to our socials tomorrow morning at 7AM for your next clue. ๐
#GoldenHorseshoeHunt #NewcastleRacecourse #TheHunter #NewcastleEvents
๐ DAY 1: THE GOLDEN HORSESHOE HUNT IS ON!๐
Newcastle, the hunt officially begins NOW! ๐
Our first Golden Horseshoe has been hidden somewhere around Newcastle, and one lucky winner is about to score an incredible prize package for The Newcastle Herald Hunter Race Day!
๐ TODAYโS RIDDLE:
Where knowledge grows in the heart of town,
And busy streets are all around.
No leafy fields or lecture halls afar,
Your golden prize is where the city stars.
Follow the path where bright minds meet,
Your hunt begins near Hunter Street! ๐
๐ The horseshoe has been placed and the hunt is LIVE!
๐ BE THE FIRST TO FIND IT AND WIN:
๐ฅ $500 hospitality voucher
๐๏ธ 6 x GA tickets to The Hunter
๐ $150 Uber voucher
๐พ Reserved table
๐ Newcastle Racecourse merchandise
Ready, set, HUNT! ๐
๐๐ NEWCASTLE, GET READY TO HUNT! ๐๐
The Golden Horseshoe Hunt kicks off TOMORROW, and we`ve got some incredible prizes up for grabs! ๐โจ
For FIVE days, we`ll be hiding a Golden Horseshoe somewhere around Newcastle, with one lucky winner each day taking home an epic prize package!
๐ WHAT`S UP FOR GRABS EACH DAY?
๐ฅ $500 hospitality voucher
๐๏ธ 6 x GA tickets to The Newcastle Herald Hunter Race Day
๐ $150 Uber voucher
๐พ Reserved table
๐ Newcastle Racecourse merchandise
All to experience The Newcastle Herald Hunter Race Day on Saturday 14 November, featuring the $1 MILLION Newcastle Herald Hunter and world-famous DJ Hot Dub Time Machine LIVE after the last race! ๐ถ
โฐ HERE`S WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW:
๐ 7:00AM โ The first clue drops on our socials!
๐ 7:00AM โ The Golden Horseshoe will be placed at a secret location somewhere in Newcastle!
๐ Be the FIRST to find it and claim the prize!
FIVE DAYS. FIVE LOCATIONS. FIVE WINNERS!
๐ฒ Set your alarms, turn on your notifications and get ready to hunt!
It all begins TOMORROW, Monday 2 November at 7AM! ๐
๐จ ITโS OFFICIALLY THE HUNTER MONTH! ๐ง๐
November has arrived, and the countdown is ON to one of Newcastleโs biggest days of racing and entertainment!
On Saturday 14 November, world-famous international DJ Hot Dub Time Machine is taking over Newcastle Racecourse after the last race, bringing his iconic party experience and the ultimate soundtrack to an unforgettable day! ๐ฅ
And the best part? You can experience it all for just $40! ๐คฏ
Your General Admission ticket includes:
๐ง Hot Dub Time Machine LIVE after the last
๐ Live racing featuring the $1 MILLION Newcastle Herald Hunter
๐บ Hot Potato Band bringing the energy
๐ถ Live DJs and plenty more entertainment throughout the day!
One ticket. One massive day. Just $40.
The countdown is officially on, Newcastle! ๐ฅณ
๐๏ธ Secure your tickets now via the link in bio!
What a great day at Newcastle racecourse! Thanks to everyone who joined us for todayโs Maitland Rugby race day. Lots of smiles, laughs and wins at the track today!
See you at the next one!
#newcastleracecourse
Race day recap! What a great day at Newcastle racecourse for Maitland Rugby Race day!
Thanks to everyone who joined us for a beauty of a day! See you all next race day!
#newcastleracecourse
The vibes are high at Maitland Rugby Race Day! ๐ฅณ๐พ
Gates are OPEN for Maitland Rugby Race Day! Let the fun begin! ๐ฅ๐ #newcastleracecourse #raceday
