Soundbites Food &Wine Festival

Upcoming Racedays & events calendar


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 Racecourseโ€™s 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, itโ€™s ideal for businesses seeking a professional setting with seamless event delivery.

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latest news & highlights

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    Gary Harley Newcastleโ€™s premier trainer Kris Lees winning treble at the Newcastle Jockey Clubs race meeting on Monday took his current season tally to 83 winners in two states with a week short of four months remaining in the 2025-26 season. Lees stands in tenth place in the Australian Trainers Premiership. The Wine Country meeting […]

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    Gary Harley The beaten 2024 Breeders Plate favourite Tuscany resumes from a six-month spell in the opening event the 1150 metre Highlander Central Coast 18-19 April maiden at Mondays Wine County meeting at Newcastleโ€™s Beaumont track. Originally purchased by China Horse Club, Newgate and others for $1,550,000 at the 2024 Inglis Easter Yearling Sale the […]

  • Racing Wrap 12.03.26

    In form Newcastle apprentice William Stanley rode his fifth winner in twelve days when successful on gallopers for Newcastles Hunter Hall of Famer trainers Kris Lees and Paul Perry at Thursdays Newcastle Jockey Club race meeting. Backing up from success at Warwick Farm aboard Mark Minerviniโ€™s Hanau the previous day. Stanley kicked off the day […]

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What a way to close out SoundBites ๐ŸŽ‰

Hindley Street Country Club brought the energy and had the whole crowd singing along, the perfect finale to an incredible day of food, wine and entertainment.

Thanks to everyone who joined us for the first Soundbites food and wine festival ๐Ÿด๐ŸŽถ
The energy is building as we get ready for Hindley Street Country Club to hit the stage soon - the perfect soundtrack to close out an incredible day of food, wine and entertainment. 

Havenโ€™t made it yet? Tickets are still available at the gate, donโ€™t miss it ๐Ÿด๐ŸŽถ
Behind the scenes with Hindley Street Country Club as they get ready to take the stage ๐ŸŽถ

From final sound checks to pre-show energy, this world-class band is about to bring the ultimate soundtrack to SoundBites.
An unforgettable afternoon at the Miguel Maestre Luncheon ๐Ÿท

From incredible flavours to live cooking moments with Miguel Maestre, this was one for the books. 

Thank you to everyone who joined us trackside for great food, great company and a truly special SoundBites experience.
Theyโ€™re prepped, plated and ready to go ๐Ÿ”ฅ
SoundBites is officially underway with our incredible lineup of vendors serving up the best bites, sips and everything in between. Come hungry, grab a drink, and start your tasting tour.
Tickets available at the gate ๐ŸŽŸ๏ธ
Plan your day at SoundBites ๐Ÿ—บ๏ธ

Check out the event map to find all your must-visit spots, from food vendors and bars to live music and experiences across the course.

๐ŸŽŸ๏ธGates open and tickets are available at the gate
Gates open at 11am for SoundBites ๐ŸŽ‰

Join us at Newcastle Racecourse as part of @newcastlefoodmonth for a full day of food, wine and entertainment, featuring live cooking demonstrations from celebrity chef Miguel Maestre and a headline performance by Hindley Street Country Club.

Explore 40+ food and drink vendors, enjoy tastings, live music (including Junkyard Beats), and interactive experiences like grape stomping and eating competitions.

No ticket? No problem, tickets are available to purchase at the gate.

Weโ€™ll see you at soon ๐Ÿด๐ŸŽถ
Art, but make it live ๐ŸŽจโœจ

As part of @newcastlefoodmonth, SoundBites Food & Wine Festival isnโ€™t just about what you eat and drink, itโ€™s about the experience.

@ink_and_snow are bringing live illustration to the day, creating beautiful, hand-painted portraits in real time, something to watch, and something to take home.

A moment, turned into a keepsake.

๐Ÿ“… Saturday 28 March
๐Ÿ“ Newcastle Racecourse
๐ŸŽŸ๏ธ Tickets from $65 link in bio
Last chance for something extra special ๐Ÿฝ๏ธโœจ

Very limited spots remain for the Miguel Maestre Luncheon, and this is your sign to lock it in.

Join Miguel Maestre for an exclusive trackside experience featuring a premium menu, live cooking and front-row views of all the action as part of @newcastlefoodmonth 

An elevated way to do SoundBites.

๐Ÿ“… Saturday 28 March
๐Ÿ“ Newcastle Racecourse
๐ŸŽŸ๏ธ Last minute tickets available now - link in bio
Tomorrowโ€™s the day ๐ŸŽ‰

SoundBites Food & Wine Festival lands at Newcastle Racecourse as part of @newcastlefoodmonth and you donโ€™t want to miss it.

๐Ÿท Incredible food, wine & craft beer from the best of the Hunter
๐Ÿ‘จโ€๐Ÿณ Live cooking with Miguel Maestre
๐ŸŽถ Live on stage: Hindley Street Country Club
โœจ Tastings, demos and entertainment all day

Round up your crew, plan your day and get ready for an unforgettable one.

๐Ÿ“… Tomorrow, Saturday 28 March
๐Ÿ“ Newcastle Racecourse
๐ŸŽŸ๏ธ Final tickets from $65 - available online or at the gate
Something sweet, and a little bit indulgent ๐Ÿฉโœจ

As part of Newcastle Food Month, SoundBites Food & Wine Festival is serving up treats you wonโ€™t want to share, and this is one of them.

Bite Me Please is known for its handcrafted Italian-style donuts, cannoli and seriously tempting sweet treats, made to look as good as they taste.

Golden, filled, and impossible to walk past.

๐Ÿ“… Saturday 28 March
๐Ÿ“ Newcastle Racecourse
๐ŸŽŸ๏ธ Tickets from $65 Link in bio
If youโ€™re heading to SoundBites Food & Wine Festival (as part of @newcastlefoodmonth ), make this one of your first stops.

Winmark Wines is pouring a standout Chardonnay thatโ€™s all about balance, texture and serious drinkability, the kind you go back for.

Easy to love, hard to forget.

๐Ÿ“… Saturday 28 March๏ฟฝ
๐Ÿ“ Newcastle Racecourse๏ฟฝ
๐ŸŽŸ๏ธ Tickets from $65 Link in bio
๐Ÿท TRY SOMETHING DIFFERENT

As part of @newcastlefoodmonth, SoundBites is the place to discover wines you wonโ€™t find everywhere.

 @thelittlewineco is pouring a mix of classic Hunter styles alongside alternative varieties, the kind that surprise you (in a good way).

If youโ€™re keen to step outside your usual order, start here.

๐Ÿ“… Saturday 28 March
๐Ÿ“ Newcastle Racecourse
๐ŸŽŸ๏ธ Tickets from $65 - link in bio