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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
Open/close
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Sat 13 Dec 2025 | Te Rapa | Premier |
| Sat 20 Dec 2025 | Te Rapa | Feature |
| Fri 16 Jan 2026 | Te Rapa | Industry |
| Fri 30 Jan 2026 | Te Rapa | Industry |
| Sat 7 Feb 2026 | Te Rapa | Premier |
| Sun 12 Apr 2026 | Te Rapa | Other |
| Sat 25 Apr 2026 | Te Rapa | Other |
| Sat 2 May 2026 | Te Rapa | Other |
| Wed 20 May 2026 | Cambridge Synthetic | Other |
| Sun 24 May 2026 | Te Rapa | Other |
| Sat 30 May 2026 | Te Rapa | Other |
| Sat 13 Jun 2026 | Te Rapa | Other |
| Wed 17 Jun 2026 | Cambridge Synthetic | Other |
| Sat 4 Jul 2026 | Te Rapa | Other |
| Thu 9 Jul 2026 | Cambridge Synthetic | Other |
| Wed 22 Jul 2026 | Cambridge Synthetic | Other |
| Wed 29 Jul 2026 | 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.