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John McGrath Auto Group Black Opal Stakes Day

Sunday, 8 March 2026
Gates open at 12:00, with local racing at 13:00
General Admission is Free

Autumn racing at Thoroughbred Park.

Food and beverages are available at the Thoroughbred Cafe, the Winning Post Bar and the Black Opal Room (Members).

Please call (02) 6204 0000 for further information.

Race Day Packages

Centenary Canberra Cup Caps Promotion

$119

Your chance to be a "Centenary Canberra Cup Day Owner" and share in $5,000 cash!

Purchase one of the 100 limited edition Centenary Canberra Cup Caps and your into the draw to share in the cash.

Each Cap Owner will receive:

  • Limited edition numbered Centenary Canberra Cup Cap
  • A ticket to the 2026 Black Opal Cocktail Party
  • An entry into the Draw to become a Centenary Canberra Cup Day Owner

The draw will take place at the Black Opal Cocktail Party on Friday, 6 March 2026.

The number of winners will correspond to the number of runners in the TAB Canberra Cup race on Sunday, 8 March 2026, with each winner to receive:

  • Access to a special Race Day experience, including opportunities to meet the trainer and jockey of their allocated horse (subject to operational availability)
  • 3 Owners Passes on John McGrath Auto Group Black Opal Stakes Race Day on Sunday, 8 March
  • A chance to race for real cash

The draw will take place at the Black Opal Cocktail Party on Friday, 6 March 2026.

The number of winners will correspond to the number of runners in the TAB Canberra Cup race on Sunday, 8 March 2026.

The winning Owner will receive $3,500 cash, 2nd will receive $1500 and 3rd $500.

Cap number preferences can be made in the additional comments box during the purchasing process. Cap numbers will be provided on a first come, first served basis and CRC provides no guarantee that number preferences will be met.

Full Terms and Conditions.

Centenary Canberra Cup Caps Promotion - $119.00pp