Next up: Festival Stakes Day, Sat 28 Nov
You are invited · Fri 13 Nov 2026
Addington Raceway, Christchurch, New Zealand
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The Friday public-holiday harness meeting of Cup Week: a dressed-up crowd, looser than Cup Day.
what to wear
Public areas: no dress code published. Hospitality: smart dress, same written code as Cup Day. Read 13 Nov 2026.
Public areas: no dress code published. Hospitality: smart dress, same written code as Cup Day. Read 13 Nov 2026.
Gates 11am, first race 12:05pm, last race 6:52pm in 2026. No separate fashion contest listed for Show Day.
Christchurch mid-November: about 8-20 C, changeable. (General climate knowledge.)
where you are standing
'Track pants, sneakers, t-shirts, jandals, shorts or sportswear are NOT permitted in these areas.'
Dress 'smartly and stylishly': 'classic racewear or elevated summer style'; blouses, tailored pants or skirts, dresses; hats or statement pieces encouraged; footwear suitable for grass. Formal national and cultural attire welcome.
Collared shirts, tailored pants, jackets or suits, polished accessories. Formal national and cultural attire welcome.
Public Village tickets include viewing of the Cup Day Fashion Competition.
No dress code published.
No dress code published.
Party area; no rule on the FAQ page.
No dress code published.
No dress code published.
Check the official details before you go: nzcupweek.co.nz ↗
for the day
Wendy Scully Millinery
Pink Tweed Fabric Percher
$285
Wendy Scully Millinery
Teal Green Silk Flower Headpiece
$244
Elliatt
Katarina Short Sleeve Midi Dress in Pastel Multi
$278
Elliatt
Emelda Halter Midi Dress in Blue Floral
$268
Beginning Boutique
Rosalia Aqua Strappy Peep Toe Wedge
$69.99
SHEIKE
KIANA HEEL
$79.99
Jin Dian
Maisie Floral Shoulder Bag in Pink Sequin
$59.95
BB Exclusive
Quinta Burgundy Bow Sequin Bag
$69.99
save the date
majorFri 13 Nov 2026
Rashid Equestrian & Horseracing Club, Sakhir (Riffa)
Bahrain's Group 1 night and the kingdom's main social race meeting. The Bahrain Turf Club publishes no dress code; national dress or smart, modest evening wear is the norm.
majorFri 13 Nov 2026
Cheltenham Racecourse, Cheltenham
Rural tradition day: tweed, waxed jackets and country boots.
