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Date: Saturday, 4 July 2026 Gates Open: 11:00 AM First Race: 01:00 PM Adult: $20 Senior/Student: $15 Child: Under 12 Free

The Great Northern Darwin Cup Carnival kicks off with DCOH Darwin Guineas Day on Saturday, 4 July 2026.

Always a popular day with plenty of hospitality options to suit all levels of racing enthusiasts, including the Ted Bailey Grandstand Luncheon.

General Admission tickets will be available to purchase at the gate.

Key information:

Gates open 11am
Adult GA $20 (At the gate $25)
Concession $15 (At the gate ($20)
Children under 12 free

Full race times will become available closer to the day.

Please see Moshtix T&Cs for cancellation policy.

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 Darwin Turf Club, from a snack bar menu in the Ted Bailey Grandstand to a three-course lunch on our feature race days.

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