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Published in Eye Magazine Winter Edition

Christmas at the Races is back and ready to roll out the red carpet for guests this coming festive season. With 46 thoroughbred, harness and greyhound events across the country throughout November and December, Christmas at the Races is set to host one of its biggest seasons in history.

Christmas at the Races has a simple, but effective goal – to provide New Zealanders with a Christmas party option that is easy to organise, hosted at a unique venue, with fresh festive food and superb entertainment. For those with the task of organising their company’s end-of-year party (at what’s usually the busiest time of year) it’s proves to be an ideal option. It will be one more job ticked of that busy schedule and it’s a social event with so much to offer. There is something to cater to everyone’s taste, whether it be good music, great food or exciting racing action.

Christmas at the Races events take place at selected venues from Auckland to Invercargill, with each Racing Club delivering the brand promise in its own unique style. There is something to suit every group’s style and budget – be it a trackside marquee, private suite or social shared function.

Independent customer research from previous attendees has been overwhelmingly positive, with people enjoying an exciting racing element that made for a Christmas party unlike any other. This feedback was further supported when Christmas at the Races was voted by the public as the ‘Best Nationwide Christmas Party’ option in the 2011 Corporate Events, People’s Choice Awards.

One new race-goer commented that “the whole package was amazing – I had never been to the races before but I had a fantastic time out!”. Another attendee was delighted to see his "never-had-a-bet" staff taking a punt and sharing their "joy and excitement when it came in”.

For those lucky enough to secure a place for the 2012 season there will be plenty on offer. With a reserved premium spot on-course, live entertainment, race tips from Santa, and thrilling racing action for all to enjoy, it’s set to be an entertaining day (or night) out.

Whether it’s with friends and family, colleagues or a day out with valued clients, Christmas at the Races provides an ideal end-of-year celebration for all.

For more information visit theraces.co.nz or email .