Race Meeting

Great New Zealand Jumps Carnival | DAY TWO

Sun 20 Sep 2026
11.00am

Two Days of Timeless Racing, Tweed & Tradition

Step into the heart of New Zealand’s countryside this September for Racing Te Aroha’s Great New Zealand Jumps Carnival – two days of thrilling racing, lively hospitality, and classic country charm. Dust off your best tweed and prepare for a racing weekend like no other under the mountain!


Ben and Ryan Foote Racing Great New Zealand Steeplechase | Sunday, 20 September

Day 2 of the Great New Zealand Jumps Carnival raises the stakes with the running of the Ben & Ryan Foote Racing Great New Zealand Steeplechase, a true highlight of the jumping calendar. Expect daring tactics, the boldest of horses, and an electric atmosphere as the nation’s finest steeplechasers go head-to-head. 

General admission is free for all and we'd love to see you all oncourse taking in the spectacle. 

Keen to make the most of the day? The Great New Zealand Lunch is on sale now! More below. 

 

Great New Zealand Lunch

$100pp

If you're keen to make the most of the occasion, snap up a ticket to the days' lunch (available on both days of the carnival).

Tickets are $100pp and include:

🐎 Reserved seat for the duration of the raceday
🐎 Delicious catered meal & 2x drinks tickets per person
🐎 MC-hosted entertainment & music
🐎 Spot prizes for standout tweed & race-day style
🐎 Unbeatable views of the racing action

Take in the action warm, dry, satiated and entertained! It sounds like just the ticket.

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