Day 7 – bet365 Palmerston Sprint Day

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Date: Saturday, 5 August 2023 Gates Open: 10:00 AM First Race: 12:00 PM Adult: $45 Senior/Student: $35 Child: Under 12 Free Access Pass: $105

Day 7 of the Great Northern Darwin Cup Carnival is bet365 Palmerston Sprint Day, kicking off the biggest long weekend in the Top End!

The $135,000 bet365 Palmerston Sprint is the Territory’s premier sprint race and never fails to excite, with the Territory’s fastest horses looking to hold out interstate raiders for supreme honours.

The Atrium Marquee and Member’s Lawn return to complement hospitality options in the Ted Bailey Grandstand and Public Grandstand.

On the track, local trainer Gary Clarke has had a good associated with the race, training winners Enigman (2020), Captain Punch (2019 & 2018) and Handsome Tycoon (2016). Last year’s winner Mayameen, trained by Chris Nash, went on to win the 2021 Top End Horse of the Year.

General Admission tickets will be available to purchase at the gate

Please see Moshtix T&Cs for cancellation policy.

Please note – This event is operating in accordance with COVID – 19 safety principles and Chief Health Officer Directions. If you are feeling unwell, please do not attend.

Please see FAQs HERE

Please see Dress Code HERE

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What To Wear

Entry to general admission areas of the race course requires guests to be neatly dressed. Footwear and a shirt must be worn at all times. Members’ dress standards apply to the Ted Bailey Grandstand and Sid Parker Verandah/Members Club House.

Transport

The racecourse is approximately a seven minute drive from the CBD. There are a number of transport options available to our valued patrons.

Where To Eat

There is an array of dining options at the Dining Turf Club, from a snack bar menu in the Ted Bailey Grandstand to a three-course lunch on our feature race days.