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New Zealand Bloodstock Karaka Million
New Zealand's million dollar party! The New Zealand Bloodstock Karaka Million is an international showstopper with the glitterati of the racing world and the social set coming out to play on course at Ellerslie over Auckland Anniversary Weekend.
Background & Form
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Date: Sunday 25th January 2015
Club: Auckland Racing Club
Venue: Ellerslie
Gates Open: 3:00 pm
Start Time: 5:00 pm
Entertainment:
This evening of fast-paced, high-stakes racing, along with one unmissable party, has become a must-attend on Auckland’s social calendar.
After the fast-paced six races are played out, The CVE take over from our resident Ellerslie DJ and play all your favourite songs well into the night.
General Admission: Adults $10.00, Children (aged 15 to 17) $10.00, Children (aged 14 and under) free entry
Do it your way!
Spend the day in one of our public rooms of the Ellerslie Stand or outside on the public lawn and enjoy easy access to bars, grandstand seating, betting facilities (and shade!) of the Ellerslie Stand.
A range of hot and cold food and beverages will be available to purchase in public areas on course. If you are enjoying the outdoors bring some delectable nibbles (and unopened non-alcoholic drinks), set up your picnic table and don't forget the sunscreen!
Raceday Packages:
Take your race day to the next level!
If you're looking for a little more than what General Admission offers, then a day spent in the Ascot Stand is hard to beat!
Why not take a trip up to the New Zealand Room on the fifth floor and enjoy the best views on course or get up close to the action with The Winning Post, located right next to the Birdcage.
A range of tasty hot and cold café-style food and full bar services will be available to purchase within the Ascot Stand.
Please note:
- A dress code applies to this area and failure to meet dress standards may see entry refused
- Ascot Stand tickets don’t include general admission so if you don’t already have a GA ticket, we suggest you save time and purchase the ‘Ascot Stand & General Admission Bundle’
- Ellerslie encourages responsible drinking. For further information please click here.
Non-member - $45.00 per person
Members - $42.75 per person
Non-member group of 10 - $400.00
Members Group of 10 - $380.00
Live it up til' the sun goes down!
Located in Cuvée, right beside the Birdcage and opposite the winning post, THIS is where the action begins!
We'll start the party off with a drink and will throw in a racebook so you can ‘track talk’ like the pros.
Get a group together and get set for an unforgettable evening trackside.
Your package includes:
- The ability to toast the winners from a fantastic location close to the action of the Birdcage and winning post
- A drink on arrival
- Racecourse admission, racebook and pen
- Convenient access to TAB facilities and a cash bar - Pre-purchase your bar tabs now
- A tasty barbeque dinner available for purchase – Pre-purchase your barbeque vouchers now
Please note:
- A dress code applies to this area and failure to meet dress standards may see entry refused
- As the Garden Party is a very social location – only very limited seating is available and it is on a first-in, first-served basis
- Ellerslie encourages responsible drinking. For further information please click here.
This alfresco location is the perfect place to enjoy a summer evening and celebrate the running of New Zealand’s richest race – the one million dollar New Zealand Bloodstock Karaka Million!
Set on the elevated Champagne Lawn to the backdrop of thundering hooves and amazing racecourse views the New Zealand Bloodstock Karaka Clubhouse gives you the chance to mix and mingle with the owners of the horses racing for $1,000,000 in the Karaka Million. This glamorous hospitality option is designed to capture all the fun and excitement of the Karaka Million from an exclusive location with the racing savvy in mind.
For a fresh and thrilling experience of racing at its finest, don’t miss out on the place to be at Karaka Million!
Your package includes:
- Sumptuous setting on the Champagne Lawn
- A welcome cocktail (or beer for the boys)
- A delicious food option
- Racecourse admission, racebook and pen
- Private TAB and cash bar facilities - Pre-purchase your bar tabs now
Please note:
- This hospitality option is set outdoors. In the event of bad weather, while we can’t move the ‘option’ itself, we will provide attendees with access to an indoor area oncourse
- A dress code applies to this area and failure to meet dress standards may see entry refused
- Ellerslie encourages responsible drinking. For further information please click here.
Non-member - $99.00 per person
Member - $94.05 per person
Chairman’s Club is the ultimate race day dining experience.
Located on the second floor of the Ellerslie Stand, the tiered nature of Chairman’s Club ensures a brilliant view of the racecourse plus you have your own TV on each table so you can take in every moment of the racing action.
Your package includes:
- Gourmet buffet lunch designed by our award winning chefs incorporating the best New Zealand ingredients, featuring a carvery, seafood, a selection of hot dishes and salads, finished with dessert, tea and coffee
- A glass of Lindauer or Stella Artois on arrival
- Cash bar featuring selected standard and premium still wine, sparkling wine, Champagne, light and standard local and imported beers, cider, spirits and non-alcoholic beverages
- Your own reserved seat in the comfort of an air-conditioned room with expansive views of the racecourse
- A private television at your table screening the day's racing live
- Racecourse admission, racebook and pen
- Convenient access to TAB facilities and covered grandstand seating
Please note:
- Seating is in tables of eight - if you purchase less than eight tickets, you may be required to share your table with others
- A dress code applies to this area and failure to meet dress standards may see entry refused
- Ellerslie encourages responsible drinking. For further information please click here.
More Information:
Directions:
Ellerslie Racecourse in Auckland is well sign posted from the Southern Motorway. The best exit is Greenlane. At the roundabout turn left if travelling from north of Auckland on the motorway, or right if travelling from the south. At the first set of lights turn right. And the best thing? There is extensive free parking on site!
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