Join the elite of SA horse racing & experience the trill of the 166th #LKP in January 2027 🏇🏼 The event was first raced in 1861 in honour of Queen Victoria.
Steeped in tradition and prestige, the L'Ormarins King’s Plate is the oldest horse racing event in South Africa bearing international significance. When she passed away, the race became the King's Plate during the reigns of Edward VII and George VI but reverted to its original name in 1953 after the accession of Queen Elizabeth II to the throne. Queen Elizabeth retained a keen interest in the race
07/05/2026
It’s a day to remember every January, celebrating this historic blue and white themed event - the L’Ormarins King’s Plate is a spectacle not to be missed by those who love horse racing and fine fashion all found in one place🥂
13/04/2026
All bets on us for another exclusive day out in Cape Town in January 2027, thanks to our event sponsors 🥂
Kick off your new year in style for another stellar L’Ormarins King’s Plate event, set along the rails of the picturesque Hollywoodbets Kenilworth Racecourse 🏇🏼
29/03/2026
The festivities, the racing, the glamour - it all happens every January at the prestigious L’Ormarins King’s Plate 🏆🏇🏼🥂
06/03/2026
A day to celebrate, a day to remember 🏇🏼
The L’Ormarins King’s Plate is SA’s annual horse racing event synonymous with prestige 🥂
From SA’s top racehorses and their teams behind their wins, event sponsors who ensure a day set up for success, to all of you who arrive dressed to your best for a day of splendor, it’s a day worth celebrating and one to never forget.
10/02/2026
was a day filled with great racing, glamour and vibrant energy - the perfect mix to kick-start the new year in style 🥂🏇🏼
19/01/2026
Reminiscing over a vibrant 🥂
Thanks to our sponsors and event attendees, that showed up and showed off in all shades of blue and white in true style and elegance 💙🤍
We can’t wait for the next one 🏇🏼🍾
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14/01/2026
14/01/2026
The L’Ormarins Best Dressed Competition, with gifts sponsored by , is one of the more highly sought after race-day competitions on the racing calendar 🍾
This year our Best Hat, Best Dressed Man and Best Dressed Lady entrants delivered better than ever outfits to meet the theme - congratulations to all the finalists, and especially the winners of each category 👒🕺💃
If you want to stand a chance to win big next year, make sure your outfits are planned in accordance to the competition rules, and to wow the judges! 🥂
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12/01/2026
Dear Racing Supporters,
Due to high on course payout and card transaction volumes on Saturday at the L’Ormarins King’s Plate, some punters experienced delays when redeeming their cash payouts.
We apologise for any inconvenience this may have caused and can confirm that the majority of winnings have now been paid out. If you are among the few punters who have not yet received your payout, please contact the Tote on021-700 1621 and they will assist you in resolving the matter as quickly as possible.
Thank you for your patience and understanding.
11/01/2026
Another day for the history books - thank you to all who made it possible and enjoyable 🥂
THE REAL PRINCE, the 165th reigning champion of the L’Ormarins King’s plate Grade 1🏆
Wish List, Cartier Paddock Stakes Grade 1 2026 Champion.
Kingdundee wins the first .racing Cape Flying Championship Grade 1 held on day.
Until next year’s excitement, we hope 2026 brings much joy and many winning moments 🍾
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