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Race Meeting

Legends Day

Sat 07 Feb 2026
11:30am - 5:30pm
Ken Browne Drive Hamilton, 3200 New Zealand
GA: Free
Meeting Info

Join us oncourse on Saturday 7th February 2026 for the iconic Legends Day. 

A day where not only are Waikato Thoroughbred Racing's two Group 1 features run and won, it's also a celebration of racing legends throughout history with nine racetrack champions now living the retired life set to grace Te Rapa with their presence. Stay tuned to learn more about who's joining us...

And the best part?  Entry is completely free!

If you think you might want to make more of the day, we've got a range of hospitality options available too that will suit all styles and budgets. 

Bringing the younger members of the tribe?  We'll have kids entertainment available on the Front Lawn including a bouncy castle and you can pick up a free kids pack from the Raceday Office as well. 

Those aforementioned Group 1 features are the G1 Herbie Dyke Stakes and the G1 BCD Sprint and they are supported by not one, but two Group 2 races - the David & Karyn Ellis Fillies Classic and the Legacy Lodge Waikato Guineas - plus 5 other races on the card. 

A day that's the perfect combination of top tier racing action, delightful hospitality and family fun, we'd love to see you oncourse. 

What's on

Racing action

We've got 9 races lined up for your viewing pleasure!

Featuring the G1 Herbie Dyke Stakes, the G1 BCD Group Sprint, the G2 David & Karyn Ellis Fillies Classic, the G2 Legacy Lodge Waikato Guineas, the Sir Patrick Hogan Karapiro Classic plus 4 other races run in support, it's Waikato's greatest day of racing for the year. 

FIELDS OUT WED PRIOR

The legends are back!

One of the highlights of Legends Day is the return of some of racing's most beloved athletes.  We are excited to welcome 9 returning legends of the track to Te Rapa to parade with the fields of each race. They'll also be available throughout the day for pats and photos adjacent to the back parade ring. 

Who's coming this year? Stay tuned to find out. There are some GOODIES!

On Course Venues

Lodge Lounge
$175

Join us from the highest point on course, our Lodge Lounge on the 3rd floor for a premium food and drinks package offering

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The Nation Bar
A truck that folds out into a building? How exciting! Anybody is welcome in this area - come and have a look for yourself while you're on course!
Flemington Lounge
For Public, Owners and Trainers
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Kentucky Lounge
Members only
For Waikato Thoroughbred Racing Members and guests
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