Clubs & Courses
Wanganui
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The following clubs race at Wanganui:Course
Wanganui
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Contact details
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Whanganui Racecourse
19A Purnell Street
Whanganui 4540T: 06 345 3968
F: 06 345 4828
E: [email protected]
W: www.wjc.co.nz
Manager: Bret Field
Course Info
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Eftpos: Available on race day from the Secretary’s Office and selected rooms.
Hospitality: Rooms are available for sponsor and group functions. Enquire now and be in early to reserve your piece of the action!
Membership: Annual Subscription of $65 entitles you & a guest access to the Members Lounge at any of our race days, newsletters, and reciprocal rights with other thoroughbred racing clubs. Contact the club on 06 345 3968 for more information or see www.wjc.co.nz/membership.
Functions/events: The Wanganui Function Centre is an ideal event centre located in the centre of town and has a range of rooms available for special occasions. On site catering is available through a list of preferred catering specialists for all types of events. For more information visit www.wjc.co.nz/function-centre
All meetings
Open/close| Date | Club | Meeting Name/Type |
|---|---|---|
| Sat 29 Aug 2026 | Wanganui JC | Feature |
| Sat 21 Nov 2026 | Wanganui JC | Other |
| Sat 28 Nov 2026 | Wanganui JC | Other |
| Mon 25 Jan 2027 | Wanganui JC | Other |
| Thu 18 Feb 2027 | Wanganui JC | Other |
| Sat 13 Mar 2027 | Wanganui JC | Other |
| Fri 16 Apr 2027 | Wanganui JC | Other |
| Sun 9 May 2027 | Wanganui JC | Other |
| Sat 29 May 2027 | Wanganui JC | Other |
| Sat 12 Jun 2027 | Wanganui JC | Other |
Featured meeting
June
Queen’s Birthday weekend in early June features the listed AGC Stakes.
September
The Spring meeting in early September features the listed HS Dyke Wanganui Guineas, and the Fordell O’Leary’s Fillies Stakes.
November - Wanganui Christmas Cup Day
Cup Day is usually at the end of November and is the Christmas at the races celebrations. This is usually a sold out day so get in early and book your package! There is always plenty of on-course activities and entertainment including live music, Fashion in the Field, the annual Mascot race and GG Glory races as well as great racing action including the Steelform Roofing Group Wanganui Cup.