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A once-in-a-century celebration! Sunday of the Canberra Day long-weekend, Black Opal Stakes Day brings together elite racing, high fashion, and the ultimate trackside celebration.
Canberra's biggest Race Day just got bigger! We're celebrating the 100th anniversary of the TAB Canberra Cup in 2026.
✅ Centenary Canberra Cup – a once-in-100-years celebration 🏆
✅ Fashion on the Field 💃
✅ 9-race Black Opal program featuring Australia’s rising stars in the Group 3 John McGrath Auto Group Black Opal Stakes🏇
✅ DJs & live entertainment to keep the party rolling 🎶
✅ Premium food vans, bars & trackside experiences 🤤
✅ Exclusive giveaways and centenary surprises 👀
John McGrath Auto Group Black Opal Stakes Day is the social event of Autumn — a spectacular celebration of racing, style and Canberra’s vibrant community.
🎟️ Tickets and hospitality packages dropping soon — keep your eyes peeled.
🍻 Official After Party: The RUC in Turner
Proudly sponsored by: John McGrath Auto Group, TAB, Seears Workwear, Sky Racing, Barlens, Iron Jack, Airconditioning Canberra, Canberra Times, PFD Food Services, The RUC & Redbank North.
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Randwick Rd , Canberra, ACT, Australia, Australian Capital Territory 2602
Concerts, fests, parties, meetups - all the happenings, one place.
