Five Things to Expect on Boxing Day at Royal Randwick
Boxing Day at Royal Randwick is one of the biggest days of the year with a huge crowd expected.
Get into the Irish spirit with Guinness on tap, some Irish food favourites and entertainment across the course.
Here are five things to expect on one of the most unforgettable days on the racing calendar. Click here from more event day information.
1. Live entertainment
Arrive early to soak up the live entertainment at the Winx Stand which will be happening as soon as gates open! Dance to the beats of crowd-favorite DJ D-Flat and sing along to energetic pop and rock covers from The Soniks, Mercantile Hotel’s Resident Band. It’s the perfect backdrop for an unforgettable raceday experience!
2. Guinness on Tap
Indulge in your favorite drinks with Guinness on tap available at the iconic Winx Stand and Officials Stand. Whilst also having a little piece of home with Tayto Potato chips available from bars and retail food outlets. Plus, explore our premium pop-up bars from James Squire, White Claw, and Chandon Garden Spritz.
3. Irish Eats and more
The famous Mercantile pub will be located in the Winx Stand serving up some “Merc Food Favorites” including Loaded Curry Fries, Chicken Fillet Rolls and Merc Spice Bag. Big Dave’s Chipper will also be serving up Irish comfort food.
All complimented with ATC signature food items such as Vilis beef Pies, Housemade “ black Angus” beef burgers and much more!!
Other food trucks include: Greek Street, Hotdogs, Mucho Nachos, Caminitos Italian and Gozleme Turkish.
4. Thrilling Racing
The action is set to be hot on the track with eight races. The feature race of the day is the Group 3 Summer Cup for stayers over 2000m. There is likely to be some Irish-born jockeys in action including Sydney-local Tom Sherry.
5. Summer vibes
Enjoy Summer vibes at the track in a relaxed and entertaining atmosphere. Hang out with friends and family and soak up everything on offer. Stay refreshed with some of our many drink options.