Cairns Jockey Club

The Ladbrokes Cairns Super Carnival is approaching, and Great Northern Brewing Co. Cairns Amateurs Race Day is hitting its 68th year, it’s going to be massive. 🏇🥂

Save the date, 22nd August 2026 | Ladbrokes Cannon Park | 10:30am – Late

Experience 8 thrilling races—including the legendary Great Northern Brewing Co. Cairns Amateurs Cup—alongside Cairns Central Fashions on the Field, live entertainment, and ice-cold drinks.

From GA trackside vibes to VIP luxury, we’ve got your perfect view covered.

All tickets via TryBooking: trybooking.com/DJEJX (booking fees apply).

Corporate Marquees are selling out, so get in quick!

Perfectly positioned at the 1500 metre mark for uninterrupted views of the main straight and winning post.

Each marquee package includes 50 guests, a private bar and bartender, canapés and fresh oysters, a 7-hour premium beverage package, TAB facilities, and everything you need to make it your own.

Available across all race days:

🐎 Sat 22 Aug — Great Northern Brewing Co. Amateurs' Day - SOLD OUT!

🌸 Fri 28 Aug — Ladbrokes Cairns Newmarket Ladies Day

🏆 Sat 29 Aug — Red Beret Hotel Cairns Cup Day

Download the full marquee package here 👉https://www.cairnsjockeyclub.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/Cairns-Super-Carnival-Corporate-Marquees-2026.pdf

📞 07 4054 1203 | [email protected]

🏆 He's a legend. Now he's coming to Cairns.

We are absolutely thrilled to announce that Damien Oliver — three-time Melbourne Cup winner, 128 Group 1 victories, and one of the greatest jockeys to ever grace an Australian racetrack — is joining us at the 2026 Ladbrokes Cairns Super Carnival.

Damien will be a headline guest at the Ladbrokes Sports Luncheon and Calcutta on Thursday 27 August — alongside fellow champion jockey Willie Pike — for an afternoon of incredible racing stories, premium dining, and the traditional Calcutta auction.

This one is going to be very, very special. 🙌

👉 Tickets: https://www.trybooking.com/events/landing/1534829
📅 Thursday 27 August | 12pm–5pm | Ladbrokes Cannon Park

Introducing your host for the Ladbrokes Sports Luncheon - the one and only Britt Taylor. 🎙️✨

Britt is one of Australian racing's most recognised media personalities - a presenter, brand ambassador, and genuine force in the industry. You've seen her on SKY Racing, Channel 10's Melbourne Cup coverage, and Triple M. She holds the RWWA Media Personality of the Year award and has a passion for racing that comes through in everything she does.

She'll be hosting an afternoon featuring Damien Oliver and Willie Pike - two of the greatest jockeys this country has ever produced.

The luncheon also boasts the live Calcutta auction.

This is the one to be at. 🏆

👉 Tickets: https://www.trybooking.com/events/landing/1534829

📅 Thursday 27 August | 12pm–5pm | Ladbrokes Cannon Park

The weather has finally turned, and we had an excellent race day on Friday 🐎

Results:
Race 1
3 Worthy Gem
6 Ostuni
8 Betta Win

Race 2
7 Golden Glaze
1 It's Showtime
5 Kajetan

Race 3
1 Swatow
2 Buffet Buster
8 La Mano

Race 4
7 Eyeleftit
1 Heir Jordan
8 Mohawk Warrior

Race 5
3 Almighty Jab
4 New Hampshire
5 Better Be Slick

Race 6
8 Desert Grit
3 Spirit Meister
1 Armour Force

Race 7
13 Geraldine's Wish
7 Foo Fighter
11 Floral Legend

Race 8
5 Time Power
1 A Little Xtra
8 Sensei Girl

Photo credit - Peter Roy

The weather might be a tad gloomy, but the races are going ahead!

Gates are opening, let's have a great day at the races 🐎

Race Day This Friday 🐎

Friday racing is back at Ladbrokes Cannon Park

8 Races - Gates open 11.30am

Drinks specials: $7.50 drink specials all day:
- Brookvale Union Ginger Beer (draught and can)
- Budweiser
- Somersby Apple Cider
- Vodka Smirnoff Ice Red
- Pimms Lemonade and Ginger Ale
- Jim Beam nip and mixer

Just $10 entry & all patrons get entry to the air-conditioned President’s lounge 🥂

Race Day This Friday 🐎

Friday racing is back at Ladbrokes Cannon Park

8 Races - Gates open 11.30am

Drinks specials: $7.50 drink specials all day:
- Brookvale Union Ginger Beer (draught and can)
- Budweiser
- Somersby Apple Cider
- Vodka Smirnoff Ice Red
- Pimms Lemonade and Ginger Ale
- Jim Beam nip and mixer

Just $10 entry & all patrons get entry to the air-conditioned President’s lounge 🥂