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Taupō Racing Club - the home of country racing

It’s an unbeatably relaxed, family-fun, day out for all at our great country racecourse.

Friday, 9 October

Next Up: Placemakers Tradies Day

One of the favourites on the Taupō Racing calendar is back! Round up the crew for an afternoon of cold brews, great vibes, quality thoroughbred racing and the legendary wheelbarrow races.

Friday, 9 October.

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NORTHERN CUPS BONUS SERIES

About The Series

New Zealand Thoroughbred Racing and Racing Taupō have teamed up to launch the $50,000 Northern Cups Bonus.

Congratulations to Agera, who secured the Northern Cups Bonus in 2025! To be eligible for the bonus, horses were required to compete in a minimum of three of the seven races, including the $100,000 Harcourts Taupō Cup.

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LATEST NEWS

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NZTR
09 September 2026
Prezzy Card Northern Country Cups Bonus Series returns
The Prezzy Card Northern Country Cups Bonus Series will return for the 2026/27 season with an expanded nine-race programme and up to $635,000 in stakes and bonus prizemoney.
Racing
16 August 2026
Hawea stunning in fillies’ feature
“I thought it was a very dominant win.”
Announcement
17 December 2025
Letter To Members
Harcourts Taupō Cup Day is coming quickly as the Committee and Staff work all available hours to provide a great spectacle on Sunday 28th December.

Explore Taupō

Walking & hiking in Taupō
Nothing brings you closer to Taupō’s unforgettable wilderness than walking through it.
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Geothermal hot pools in Taupō
There are few things more relaxing than spending an afternoon soaking away aches and pains in one of the many mineral-rich thermal baths around Taupō and Turangi.
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Scenic attractions in Taupō
Taupō's spectacular natural features and scenic attractions can't be found anywhere else in the world.
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Our Racedays

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09
Oct
Placemakers Tradies Day at Taupō
11.30am
One of the favourites on the Taupō Racing calendar is back! Round up the crew for an afternoon of cold brews, great vibes, quality thoroughbred racing and the legendary wheelbarrow race. Time to get training... Featuring the $70,000 Poverty Bay Cup.
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05
Nov
Get Set Event Hire Ladies Day
1pm
Gather your friends, dress to impress and enjoy an afternoon of racing, fashion, fabulous food and entertainment in the exclusive Ladies Day marquee. With fashion on the field, spot prizes and plenty of surprises throughout the day.
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29
Dec
Malcolm Flowers Taupō Cup Day
12pm
The biggest day on the Taupō Racing Club calendar. Spend a summer afternoon trackside with thrilling racing, a buzzing atmosphere, great hospitality and entertainment for all ages. Whether you're a racing enthusiast or simply looking for a fantastic day out, Taupō Cup Day delivers.
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