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Alexandra Park Christmas at the Races
Celebrate the end-of-year with a fun filled night of racing at Alexandra Park. Take the afternoon off with your staff, clients and friends and indulge in tantalizing food and beverages whilst being a part of the electric atmosphere under lights. All function rooms have dedicated betting and cash bar facilities.

Date: Friday 14th November 2014
Club: Auckland Trotting Club
Venue: Alexandra Park
Gates Open: 5:00 pm
Start Time: 6:00 pm
Entertainment:
Entertainment throughout the night includes live harness racing. Christmas theming and decorations around the venue to set the scene. Live musician playing carols upon entry. Visit from Santa. Kidz Kartz racing on track. Official after party after the last race. Complimentary race books.
Lollies and photo opportunities with santa.
Prizes up for grabs and betting vouchers given away in hospitality areas.
Official after party after the last race to get you dancing the night away.
General Admission: Free entry
Raceday Packages:
The Rutherford Room offers a cosy atmosphere, which will help you really experience that Christmas excitement. There is easy access to outside viewing areas to catch the live actionon the track.
Your package includes:
- A glass of bubbles on arrival
- An extensive buffet including an array of traditional roasts, delectable hotdishes, healthy salads, and a cold seafood selection, finished with the chef’s selection of traditional Christmas desserts
- Cash bar facilities
- MC to give you the best tips
- Betting facilities within the room
- Private access to covered grand stand seating
*Terms and conditions apply
You will be delighted in the Delightful Lady Lounge, which is located at the back of the grandstand with easy access to outside viewing to catch the action.
Your package includes:
- A glass of bubbles on arrival
- An extensive buffet including an array of traditional roasts, delectable hotdishes, healthy salads, and a cold seafood selection, finished with the chef’s selection of traditional Christmas desserts
- Beverages including NZ beer, house wine, standard spirits, juice and soft drinks. Available until the start of the last race*
- MC to give you the best tips
- Betting facilities within the room
- Private access to covered grand stand seating
*Terms and conditions apply
Enjoy the open air on the terraces of the original Art Deco styled Epsom Stand, where you’ll experience the racing action at dusk with unique flair.
Your package includes:
- An extensive buffet including an array of traditional roasts, delectable hot dishes, healthy salads, and a cold seafood selection served in a stunning ice sculpture finished with the chef’s selection of traditional Christmas desserts
- Beverages including NZ beer, great wine, standard spirits, juice and soft drinks. Available until the start of the last race*
- Bar-steward service to your table
- MC to give you the best tips
- Betting facilities within the room
*Terms and conditions apply
Prime viewing - $145 per person
Top level viewing - $130 per person
The Tasman Room is the largest lounge on site and there’s no denying that it offers an exciting social atmosphere. Opposite the Winning Post and along the home straight, you can experience the ultimate race night excitement! An indoor-outdoor flow allows guests to view the parade ring and stand track-side.
Your package includes:
- A glass of bubbles on arrival
- An extensive buffet including an array of traditional roasts, delectable hotdishes, healthy salads and a cold seafood selection served in a stunning ice sculpture finished with the chef’s selection of traditional Christmas desserts
- Beverages including NZ beer, great wine, standard spirits, juice and soft drinks. Available until the start of the last race*
- MC to give you the best tips
- Betting facilities within the room
*Terms and conditions apply
Prime viewing - $158 per person
Top level viewing - $138 per person
Located on the top floor of the function centre, the floor-to-ceiling windows offer a breathtaking view of the entire track from some of the best seats in the house. Dine with the best of them with a premium buffet and celebrate your Christmas party in style!
Your package includes:
- A glass of bubbles on arrival
- An extensive buffet including an array of traditional roasts, delectable hot dishes, healthy salads, freshly grilled catch of the day and a cold seafoods election of oysters, mussels and prawns served in a stunning ice sculpture finished with the chef’s selection of traditional Christmas desserts
- Beverages including NZ beer, great wine, standard spirits, juice and soft drinks.Available until the start of the last race*
- Bar-steward service to your table
- MC to give you the best tips
- Betting facilities within the room
*Terms and conditions apply
Enjoy the ultimate Christmas experience in your own private space overlooking the track in Alexandra Park’s exclusive Hobson Room.
Your package includes:
- A glass of Deutz on arrival
- A premium gourmet buffet package
- An exclusive beverage package including NZ beer, premium wine selection,extensive range of spirits, juice and soft drinks. Available until the start of thelast race*
- MC to give you the best tips
- Betting facilities
*Terms and conditions apply
Buffet Only Package: $119.50pp + room hire of $450.00 incl GST
Beverage & Buffet Package: $168.00pp + room hire of $450.00 incl GST
Treat your guests to a VIP night with an exclusive Christmas party in the Presidents Suite. Overlook the racetrack in a truly outstanding setting to celebrate Christmas while enjoying fine dining and great racing action.
Your package includes:
- A glass of Deutz on arrival
- An extensive buffet including an array of traditional roasts, delectable hotdishes, healthy salads, and a cold seafood selection, finished with the chef’s selection of traditional Christmas desserts
- Betting facilities
- MC tips throughout the night
- Beverage Package option includes NZ beer, premier wine, standard spirits, juice and soft drinks. Available until the start of the last race*
*Terms and conditions apply
BYO Policy:
More Information:
Directions:
Alexandra Park is located on Green Lane Road West, Auckland. From the motorway take the Greenlane Exit towards Cornwall Park and the ASB Showgrounds. Alexandra Park is on the right hand side before the Manukau Road traffic lights. Alexandra Park has extensive free parking on racenights.
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