8 Mar
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100 Ascot Avenue, Remuera, Auckland
- 09 524 4069
Auckland's glittering highlight of January needs no introduction.
This high-octane evening of twilight racing and glamour offers more than just a spectacle; it’s where the stakes are high both on and off the track, with not one, but three $1m+ races in the mix AND three other races at Group level.
Held on the eve of NZB’s National Yearling Sales Series, the event attracts a wave of international industry figures, arriving in style to mingle with Auckland’s social elite.
And if it’s the racing that makes the night famous, the Birdcage Bash afterparty in association with The Grand Tour makes it infamous, with live music carrying on the party ’til late.
It’s the ultimate blend of racing, entertainment, fashion, and hospitality. Trust us, this is a night you won’t want to miss.
Shared hospitality & ticketing options are available. For those seeking a more exclusive vibe, private spaces, rooms, and marquee sites are also available – contact us to learn more.
Our Pick the Winner Competition, to select the horse that would win the Group 1 Sistema Railway, attracted over 1,500 entries online. 200 of those successfully selected Crocetti as the winner and went into the draw to win a prize of their choice. Congratulations to entrant, Adam Podmore who has won a $1,000 Visa Prezzy card.
Now is your chance to VOTE for the night's best dressed with our TAN IN THE CITY STYLE SPOTTER competition. Hurry though! Voting closes midday, 31 January 2025.
If there's one thing outside the racing that the TAB Karaka Millions is known for, it's the Birdcage Bash and this year's will be no exception with The Grand Tour bringing you crowd favourite band AMOK, followed by a set from ARII JADE after the last race.
Racegoers on course get in free* (*R18, dress code applies, entry subject to space, intoxicated or disorderly persons not permitted or tolerated. Event close time is at the discretion of management. Drink limits may apply).
The TAB Karaka Millions race card is like nothing else with not one, but THREE races each worth over $1m in stakes. Add to that the Group 1 $700,000 Sistema Railway, Group 2 Westbury Classic and the Group 3 Cambridge Stud Almanzor Trophy and it's easy to see why this is New Zealand's glamour night of racing.
The live barrier draws for the 2025 editions of NZB’s sale graduate races, the $1m TAB Karaka Millions 2YO (1200m) and $1.5m TAB Karaka Millions 3YO (1600m), will take place on Wednesday 22 January at New Zealand Bloodstock's iconic Karaka Sales Centre.
Get $5 off any tanning service at Tan In The City (Ponsonby or Remuera salons).
All you have to do is show your ticket to the team when you arrive for your appointment in salon or add the code ELLERSLIERACES24 when booking your appointment and you’re golden!
The race to the millions is heating up with just a few opportunities left for would-be runners to make the fields of the TAB Karaka Millions 2YO & 3YO races.
This is racing as the sun goes down, so it’s a little more like what you might wear to a cocktail party.
Ladies - headpieces aren’t compulsory, but you’re still welcome to wear something in your hair. A headband, bow or even some fun hair clips or embelllishments will help heighten your outfit to a raceday level.
Gents – collared shirts are expected in hospitality precincts where there are a few no-nos thrown in too.
A dress code applies in most areas on course and for the Birdcage Bash after party.
Get on track with this great offer from our friends at TAB.
Free overnight raceday carparking is accessible via 16 Derby Downs Place.
Mobility / accessible parking, drop-offs and foot traffic should enter via 100 Ascot Avenue. All cars entering off this road will be need to exit the grounds via Mitchelson Street.
In an unprecedented development for NZ's racing industry, the TAB Karaka Millions will be the first of the two World Pool meetings.
Following the TAB Karaka Millions at Ellerslie, NZB's National Yearling Sales Series - the flag-bearing sale for NZ breeders and the annual harvest of quality youngsters set for racetrack stardom - kicks off at their iconic Karaka Sales Centre, and you're invited.
This trackside location is the hottest place to hang out on course
It’s the night that’s on everyone’s lips and this prime outdoor location is the place to be
Brought to you in association with The Grand Tour Racing Festival.
Once you arrive at this prime trackside viewing lounge, you won't want to leave
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.
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