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SkyCity New Year's Day Races

  • 1 January 2025
  • Ellerslie Racecourse
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SkyCity New Year's Day Races

Champagne Lawn

If you’re looking for a fun precinct that’s shared with likeminded people on the first day of the new year, there’s nothing quite like the infamous Champagne Lawn

Buy tickets - $175pp
Ellerslie Racecourse

Champagne Lawn

$175pp | $1400 (reserved table of 8)

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You’ll love the buzzing atmosphere of this sell-out spot where you can drink in the views of the racecourse, and, equally important, take in the social festivities happening all around you.

Located right beside the track & on the prestigious Champagne Lawn, you have the flexibility to stay based at your reserved table, mingle with other like-minded guests on the lawn or get close to the day’s racing as the horses thunder past.

The Champagne Lawn is always a sell-out so don’t miss out on one of the SkyCity New Years’ Day races’ liveliest locations and make sure to book your tickets now.

 

Champagne Lawn
Melbourne Cup Day Ellerslie Racecourse

Package includes:

  • Drink on arrival
  • Delicious buffet lunch especially designed by ATR Executive Chef Paul Barrett and prepared using fresh, locally-sourced ingredients
  • Cash Bar featuring Champagne, selected standard & premium still & sparkling wines, local & imported beers, spirits & non-alcoholic beverages
  • Access to betting facilities within the precinct
  • Racecourse & Champagne Lawn admission, including a racebook
  • Pre-allocated, reserved seat (tables of 8)

 

Please note:

  • Seating is in tables of 8.  If less than 8 tickets are purchased, you may be required to share your table with others

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  • Other Information
    • On-site parking is free and accessed through Derby Downs Place
    • All bars close shortly after the last race with the exception of the on-site afterparty
    • Afterparty entry conditions apply: Intoxicated persons will not be permitted or tolerated, first-in-first served, space is limited
    • Auckland Thoroughbred Racing encourages responsible drinking and intoxicated persons will not be granted entry to Ellerslie Racecourse
    • A dress code applies in hospitality areas. Please click here for more information
    • Tickets are non-refundable and prices include GST. A separate booking fee of $1.50 per ticket will also apply upon purchase
    • Promotional photographs, social media content & film footage will be taken at this event. By entering the racecourse, event-goers consent to use of their image by the Club & New Zealand Thoroughbred Racing for promotional purposes
    • Event terms & conditions apply. 

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