What are the dates of the next Hawke's Bay Spring Racing Carnival?
Makfi Challenge Stakes Premier Raceday - Saturday 27th August 2011
Windsor Park Plate Premier Raceday - Saturday 17 September 2011
Spring Classic - Saturday 1 October 2011

How much is the entry fee to the course?
There is no charge for entry to any of the mid-week racemeetings.
On all Saturdays there is an  entry fee, this varies from race day to race day please visit the racing calendar for gate charges. Entry for children under 15 years is free on all racedays.

How much are the Hylton-Smith (Members) Stand Tickets?
INDUSTRY DAYS ie: mid-week racedays - No Charge
Feature Days ie: all Saturdays  - $20.00 each
Premier Days ie:Hawke's Bay Gold Cup,Hawkes Bay Challenge Stakes, Windsor Park Plate - $25.00 each (excludes 1st October raceday)

What is the dress code for racedays?
A tidy standard of dress expected throughout the year. Whilst smart casual is acceptable most days, on our major racedays such as the Hawke's Bay Gold Cup and the three days of our Hawke's Bay Spring Racing Carnival, patrons are encouraged to dress for the occasion. On these days there is a minimum requirement of a jacket or tie for gentlemen using the Members Stand.

When is the New Zealand Punter of the Year held?
On Saturday 1st October 2011.

When is the Hunt & Seek Fashion In The Field competition held?
On Saturday 1st October 2011.

How can I obtain tickets for a raceday?
Entry to the course can be paid for at the gate on the day. Members Stand passes may be purchased on or prior to raceday at the Administration Office at Hawke's Bay Racing. Please note that some Packages are non-refundable.

Do you have rooms available for non Raceday functions?
Rooms can be booked by contacting us at Hawke's Bay Racing - please phone (06) 873-4545

How do I become a Member of Hawke's Bay Racing?
Refer the Members page of this website or contact us here at Hawke's Bay Racing - click here to submit a contact form.

Where can I find the raceday fields for Hawke's Bay Racing?
Go to the New Zealand Thoroughbred Racing website – www.nzracing.co.nz - click here for more information.

General Information

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Where are we? - view a satelite map of Hawke's Bay Racing Inc

• All races take place at the Hawke's Bay Racing Centre, 300 Prospect Road, Hastings
• In summer, first races generally start between 12pm & 12:30pm
• Winter meetings generally start between 11pm & 11:30am
• There is ample parking space on site for over 5000 vehicles
• Raceday Sponsors are provided with reserved car parking areas
• Adult admission (15+) free on Industry days, $10-$20 on Saturdays/Premier Days; children (under 15) free, members stand passes $20 +, pre Raceday packages $20 +. (NB: These prices may change and are indicative only)
• Air New Zealand has regular daily flights into Napier
• It is a 15 – 20 minute drive from the airport to the Hawke's Bay Racing Centre