Royal Randwick
Saturday, 10th April 2021Schedule
| 9:30 am | Members Gates Open |
| 10:00 am | Public Gates Open |
| 11:35 am | First Race |
| 5:10 pm | Last Race |
| 5:20 pm | Hot Dub Time Machine Concert |
| Lapel rose colour | White |
Introduction
This event is now sold out. Capacity is restricted due to the construction of the Winx Stand.
A day rich in tradition, The Star Championships Day 1 is headlined by the $2 million Group 1 Bentley Australian Derby and the $3 million Group 1 The Star Doncaster Mile, first run in 1861 and 1866 respectively. The $2.5 million Group 1 TJ Smith Stakes and the $1 million Group 1 Inglis Sires’ also feature on a high quality 10-race card.
As a nod to traditions, guests are encouraged to dress in black and white at this most elegant of racedays.
Off the track, Fashion Stakes competition, live DJs, pop-up bars, uplifting hospitality experiences and pop-ups from Sydney’s finest street vendors create an unforgettable atmosphere. Time-travelling DJ, Hot Dub Time Machine will bring his infectious tunes to the Theatre of the Horse after the last. Don’t forget too that dancing is back after COVID restrictions were recently eased.
Book The Championships Day 2 – Longines Queen Elizabeth Day on 17 April.
Tickets & Hospitality
Tickets & Hospitality
Tickets are designated to a specified area or restaurant but guests are free to move around communal spaces including the Theatre of the Horse and Day Stalls.
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Members: Champagne Bar
$300 pp
A statement in style and traditional elegance, the Champagne Bar provides charm in abundance. Watch the races from your reserved table overlooking the......
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Public: Centennial Restaurant
$295 pp
A Level 3 restaurant overlooking the home straight and winning post from the sleek and modern surrounds of the Queen Elizabeth II Grandstand. Guests i......
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Public: Grandview Restaurant
$220 pp
Adjacent to the Chairman’s Club, the Grandview Restaurant is a fine dining Members and public destination. Enjoy spectacular 180 degree racecourse vie......
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Moët & Chandon Trackside Experience
$195 pp
Minimum 4 people
A delightful trackside experience in the Moët & Chandon Trackside Garden available for 4 guests to enjoy, just metres away from the winning post. ...
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Upgrade: Bar Platters
$35 pp
Minimum 10 people
Pre-ordered platters are collected on the day to enjoy at your convenience. Bar Platters use Australian ingredients and include:...
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Upgrade: Picnic Hampers
$60 pp
Minimum 4 people
Relax on the lawn with a hamper filled with a deluxe selection of hot and cold delicacies. Pre-ordered gourmet hampers are collected on the day. Your......
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Public: Panoramas
$240 pp
Level 3 overlooking the home straight and winning post from the sleek and modern surrounds of the Queen Elizabeth II Grandstand.The Panoramas ar......
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Private Suites
$365 pp
Minimum 20 people
With a spectacular vantage point over the racecourse looking towards the city's Eastern beaches from Level 4, a Private suite offers complete exclusiv......
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Members: Skyline Reserve
$80 pp
This private Members only area offers an exclusive location for ATC Members to enjoy a day of racing. Situated on Level 3 of the Queen Elizabeth II Gr......
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Members: Chairman’s Club presented by Bentley
$340 pp
Mix with racing royalty at Royal Randwick's most exclusive restaurant. Located on Level 1 of the Queen Elizabeth II Grandstand, an exquisite interior......
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Plan Your Day
HOT DUB TIME MACHINE AFTER-PARTY
The world’s first time-travelling DJ will bring his infectious retro tunes to the Theatre of the Horse after the last race for an electrifying music history lesson.
Dress Code
We invite guests to wear black and white for historic Derby Day to contribute to the sense of occasion.
Travel and Parking
Located close to CBD in the Eastern Suburbs, there are convenient public transport options to Royal Randwick. Multi-story car parking available.
Autumn Fashion Stakes
There’s no better place to show off your racewear style than in the Autumn Style Stakes competition.
History of The Australian Derby
Inaugurated in 1861 as the AJC Randwick Derby Stakes, this set weights race is considered to be the top ranked event for three-year-olds in Australia.
History of The Doncaster
The handicap mile for three years olds and older has been won by many great horses since 1866. Legendary trainer T J Smith won the race seven times.
A membership like no other
Guarantee your place at The Star Championships Day 1 and enjoy the best of the Australian Turf Club year-round.