Kids Go Racing will be at all the events with a great range of games for under 12’s, including colouring-in competitions, goodie bags, the Sugar-Cube Relay, Pin The Tail on the Horse and heaps more.
Kids will even have the chance to meet Hopples or Stirrup, our friendly horse mascots!
Interislander Summer Festival is a quintessential Kiwi day at the races with live music, free kids entertainment and exciting racing action to enjoy with friends and family!
Thirty nine sensational events will take place at some of the most picturesque racecourses nationwide from Boxing Day 2014 until Waitangi Day 2015. Interislander Summer Festival will bring a celebration of summer to town – providing a great way to catch up with everyone in a fun and relaxed environment. Family picnics, deck chairs, shorts, jandals and chilly bins – it’s a classic Kiwi summer’s day out.
There’s something on-course for everyone to enjoy - kids will be spoilt for choice with all day entertainment at the More FM Kids Go Racing area, leaving mum and dad free to kick back, relax, enjoy the atmosphere, local food and a chance to study the raceform.
If you don’t want to rush on the day – a base camp can be reserved for you! Each event offers different options, ranging from reserved car parks and gazebo sites through to catered marquees for larger groups, leaving you free to get into the serious business of having fun.
