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Waikato Thoroughbred Racing
Merger of Cambridge JC, Waipa RC & Waikato Racing Clubs
Entry to most Te Rapa racedays is free of charge, however there are a few meetings each year that will attract an entry fee for those over 18yrs old. See raceday advertising or contact the racing club for more information if required.
There is ample car parking for patrons, food and refreshments and eftpos facilities available.
All enquiries welcomed
Contact details
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Waikato Thoroughbred Racing,
PO Box 10-050, Te Rapa 3241
Visit our website:
https://waikatoracing.co.nz/WTR at Te Rapa:
P: 07 849 2839
F: 07 849 1211
E: [email protected]
WTR at Cambridge
P: 07 827 6004
F: 07 827 907
E: [email protected]
All meetings
Open/close| Date | Course | Meeting Name/Type |
|---|---|---|
| Fri 28 Aug 2026 | Cambridge Synthetic | Industry |
| Wed 9 Sep 2026 | Cambridge Synthetic | Industry |
| Sun 13 Sep 2026 | Te Rapa | Feature |
| Fri 25 Sep 2026 | Te Rapa | Feature |
| Wed 30 Sep 2026 | Cambridge Synthetic | Industry |
| Mon 26 Oct 2026 | Te Rapa | Feature |
| Sat 7 Nov 2026 | Te Rapa | Feature |
| Sat 12 Dec 2026 | Te Rapa | Premier |
| Sat 19 Dec 2026 | Te Rapa | Other |
| Fri 15 Jan 2027 | Te Rapa | Other |
| Fri 29 Jan 2027 | Te Rapa | Other |
| Sat 6 Feb 2027 | Te Rapa | Premier |
| Sun 11 Apr 2027 | Te Rapa | Other |
| Sat 24 Apr 2027 | Te Rapa | Other |
| Sat 1 May 2027 | Te Rapa | Other |
| Wed 19 May 2027 | Cambridge Synthetic | Other |
| Sun 23 May 2027 | Te Rapa | Other |
| Sat 29 May 2027 | Te Rapa | Other |
| Wed 2 Jun 2027 | Cambridge Synthetic | Other |
| Sat 12 Jun 2027 | Te Rapa | Other |
| Wed 16 Jun 2027 | Cambridge Synthetic | Other |
| Sat 3 Jul 2027 | Te Rapa | Other |
| Fri 9 Jul 2027 | Cambridge Synthetic | Other |
| Wed 21 Jul 2027 | Cambridge Synthetic | Other |
| Wed 28 Jul 2027 | Cambridge Synthetic | Other |
Featured meeting
The Club conducts three Premier Race Days:
- December - SkyCity Hamilton Waikato Cup Day
- February - Legends Day
- May - Premier Jumping Day
Waikato Cup Day has the largest attendance of any meeting at Te Rapa and being so close to Christmas accommodates many end-of-year business functions as well as full utilisation of the corporate facilities. It is also a heavily family oriented day for picnics on the lawn and prior bookings for spaces are essential.
Legends Day is our elite premier meeting for the racing purist with two Group 1 races (Herbie Dyke Stakes and BCD Group Sprint) and one Group 2 race - the David & Karyn Ellis Fillies Classic.
The Premier Jumping Day attracts the jumping enthusiasts along with large functions and private groups oncourse. Te Rapa is regarded as one of the premier jumping venues and hosts our two feature races each year.
Course
Te Rapa
The Te Rapa racecourse is six kilometres north of Central Hamilton. A symmetrical left-handed track with a circumference of 1788 metres. The Waikato Racing Club races fourteen times a year, and shares the facilities with the Cambridge Jockey Club who still host two meetings per year at this venue.
| Distance | Time | Horse | Date |
|---|
Contact details
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Te Rapa Road
HamiltonP: 07 849 2839
F: 07 849 1211
E: [email protected]
W: www.teraparacing.co.nz
Course Info
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Entry to all other Te Rapa racedays is free including car parking
Facilities: The Kentucky Lounge is the Members facility. There is a children’s playground on course.
Hospitality: There are seven private suites available to people wishing to entertain corporate guests. Various menus and beverage options are available.
Non racedays: Te Rapa is also home to Te Rapa Conference & Function Centre. With a park like setting right in Hamilton, this modern facility has several well appointed lounges offering tasteful decor, lift access, wheelchair access, ample off street parking, and all rooms have a bar and dance floor. Visit www.hamcat.co.nz for more details.
| TE RAPA TRACK RECORDS | ||||
| (Since introduction of Metrics) | ||||
| Distance | Horse | Weight | Time | Date |
| 800 | LORD SHIFNAL | 53.5kg | 47.9 | 22/10/1973 |
| 1000 | KINDACROSS | 55.5kg | 57.23 | 11/12/2004 |
| 1100 | ASAHI | 55.0kg | 01:03.8 | 16/01/1994 |
| 1200 | WEALTH PRINCESS | 53.5kg | 01:08.6 | 12/12/2009 |
| 1300 | HIGH REGARDS | 55.5kg | 01:14.7 | 16/11/1985 |
| 1400 | DOPFF | 52.5kg | 01:20.4 | 11/12/1993 |
| 1600 | GRACE WITH POWER | 56.0kg | 01:33.47 | 09/11/2013 |
| 2000 | (NZ) CAPTAIN COOK | 52.0kg | 01:58.8 | 11/02/1992 |
| 2100 | (NZ) ALVATOR | 55.25kg | 02:07.0 | 12/02/1985 |
| 2200 | CHAD | 55.0kg | 02:12.4 | 10/11/1990 |
| 2300 | (NZ) PRINCE ALIBHAI | 51.0kg | 02:20.2 | 25/10/1993 |
| 2400 | (NZ) THE FILBERT | 58.0kg | 02:24.9 | 22/11/1986 |
| 3200 | TIPPLER | 55.0kg | 03:17.6 | 11/02/1986 |
| 2400 (Hurdles) | GOOD IDEA | 62.0kg | 02:36.4 | 25/10/1993 |
| 2800 (Hurdles) | BLINDER | 61.5kg | 03:11.0 | 24/09/1982 |
| 3000 (Hurdles) | OIO | 59.75kg | 03:28.0 | 18/05/1974 |
| 3200 (Hurdles) | JUST A RIDGE | 60.0kg | 03:32.4 | 18/05/1985 |
| 3200 (Steeples) | GRANDE | 60.5kg | 03:59.0 | 11/05/1974 |
| 4000 (Steeples) | AIRCON | 61.5kg | 04:36.0 | 11/05/1974 |
| 4900 (Steeples) | RESOLUTION | 62.5kg | 05:46.5 | 18/05/1985 |
All meetings
Open/close| Date | Club | Meeting Name/Type |
|---|---|---|
| Sun 13 Sep 2026 | Waikato Thoroughbred Racing | Feature |
| Fri 25 Sep 2026 | Waikato Thoroughbred Racing | Feature |
| Mon 26 Oct 2026 | Waikato Thoroughbred Racing | Feature |
| Sat 7 Nov 2026 | Waikato Thoroughbred Racing | Feature |
| Sat 12 Dec 2026 | Waikato Thoroughbred Racing | Premier |
| Sat 19 Dec 2026 | Waikato Thoroughbred Racing | Other |
| Fri 15 Jan 2027 | Waikato Thoroughbred Racing | Other |
| Fri 29 Jan 2027 | Waikato Thoroughbred Racing | Other |
| Sat 6 Feb 2027 | Waikato Thoroughbred Racing | Premier |
| Sun 11 Apr 2027 | Waikato Thoroughbred Racing | Other |
| Sat 24 Apr 2027 | Waikato Thoroughbred Racing | Other |
| Sat 1 May 2027 | Waikato Thoroughbred Racing | Other |
| Sun 23 May 2027 | Waikato Thoroughbred Racing | Other |
| Sat 29 May 2027 | Waikato Thoroughbred Racing | Other |
| Sat 12 Jun 2027 | Waikato Thoroughbred Racing | Other |
| Sat 3 Jul 2027 | Waikato Thoroughbred Racing | Other |
| Sat 24 Jul 2027 | Taumarunui RC | Other |
Featured meeting
The Club conducts three Premier Race Days:
- December - Waikato Times Gold Cup Day
- February - Ladies Day
- May - Premier Jumping Day
Gold Cup Day has the largest attendance of any meeting at Te Rapa and being so close to Christmas accommodates many end-of-year business functions as well as full utilisation of the corporate facilities. It is also a heavily family oriented day for picnics on the lawn and prior bookings for spaces are essential.
Ladies Day is our elite premier meeting for the racing purist with two Group 1 races (Herbie Dyke Stakes and BCD Group Sprint) and one Group 2 race - the David & Karyn Ellis Fillies Classic.
The Premier Jumping Day attracts the jumping enthusiasts along with large functions and private groups oncourse. Te Rapa is regarded as one of the premier jumping venues and hosts our two feature races each year.