John McGrath Auto Group Black Opal Stakes Day
John McGrath Auto Group Black Opal Stakes Day

John McGrath Auto Group Black Opal Stakes Day

Thoroughbred Park (Lyneham, ACT)
Sunday, 8 March 2026 11:30 am
67 days away
All Ages (minors must be accompanied by Guardian)
Horse Racing
Community
Fashion

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GENERAL ADMISSION
General Admission
$37.25
Entry into the racecourse.
$37.25
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Concession
$11.75
Concession Admission
Available at the gate with valid concession card.
$11.75
Available at the gate with valid concession card.
PREMIUM GA
Premium GA (6-seater)
$523.80
Ticket includes:
  • ​​​​​​​Entry into the racecourse for 6
  • ​​​​​​​Located right on the track
  • Designated Table
  • Chairs
  • Umbrella
  • Priority access to a bar
  • Drink upon on arrival 
$523.80
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Premium GA (4-seater)
$350.40
Ticket includes:
  • ​​​​​​​Entry into the racecourse for 4
  • Located right on the track
  • Designated Table
  • Chairs
  • Umbrella
  • Priority access to a bar
  • Drink upon on arrival 
$350.40
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SILKS ROOM
Silks Room
$324.90
Ticket Includes:
  • Entry into the racecourse
  • Entry into the Silks Room  
  • 4-course meal
  • 5-hour premium package beverage (beer, wine, spirits & soft drinks)
  • Floor-to-ceiling windows with stellar track views
  • Access to private amenities
  • Access to TAB facilities

 

Please note tables are of 10. If your booking is not made by a multiple of 10, you may be placed with other bookings

$324.90
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CANBERRA TIMES ST. COVET ROW PRIVATE MARQUEES
Canberra Times St. Covet Row Private Marquee
$304.50
Minimum of 35 tickets.
Ticket Includes:
  • Entry into the Canberra Times St. Covet Row Private Marquee area
  • Private indoor marquee space
  • Private outdoor trackside courtyard
  • Substantial canapes & grazer
  • 5-hour premium package beverage (beer, wine & soft drinks)
  • Access to private amenities
  • Access to TAB facilities
$304.50
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BARLENS FURLONG PRECINCT
Barlens Furlong Precinct (Private Space)
$263.70
Ticket Includes:
  • Entry into the racecourse
  • Entry into the Barlens Furlong Precinct
  • Private marquee space
  • Private trackside courtyard
  • Fire kitchen – gourmet meats & delicious sides
  • 5-hour package beverage (beer, wine & soft drinks)
  • DJ keeping the party going between races
  • Access to TAB facilities
Minimum of 30pax
$263.70
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BARLENS FURLONG PRECINCT (SYNDICATED)
Please note this package is sold in multiples of 2
Barlens Furlong Precinct (Syndicated) - Package for 2
$228.00

Ticket Includes:

  • Entry into the racecourse
  • Entry into the Barlens Furlong Precinct
  • Shared marquee space
  • Designated trackside table
  • Fire kitchen – gourmet meats & delicious sides
  • 5-hour package beverage (beer, wine & soft drinks)
  • DJ keeping the party going between races
  • Access to TAB facilities

Please note this package is sold in multiples of 2

$228.00
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Barlens Furlong Precinct (Syndicated) - Package for 4
$228.00

Ticket Includes:

  • Entry into the racecourse
  • Entry into the Barlens Furlong Precinct
  • Shared marquee space
  • Designated trackside table
  • Fire kitchen – gourmet meats & delicious sides
  • 5-hour package beverage (beer, wine & soft drinks)
  • DJ keeping the party going between races
  • Access to TAB facilities

Please note this package is sold in multiples of 2

$228.00
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Barlens Furlong Precinct (Syndicated) - Package for 6
$228.00

Ticket Includes:

  • Entry into the racecourse
  • Entry into the Barlens Furlong Precinct
  • Shared marquee space
  • Designated trackside table
  • Fire kitchen – gourmet meats & delicious sides
  • 5-hour package beverage (beer, wine & soft drinks)
  • DJ keeping the party going between races
  • Access to TAB facilities

Please note this package is sold in multiples of 2

$228.00
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Barlens Furlong Precinct (Syndicated) - Package for 8
$228.00

Ticket Includes:

  • Entry into the racecourse
  • Entry into the Barlens Furlong Precinct
  • Shared marquee space
  • Designated trackside table
  • Fire kitchen – gourmet meats & delicious sides
  • 5-hour package beverage (beer, wine & soft drinks)
  • DJ keeping the party going between races
  • Access to TAB facilities

Please note this package is sold in multiples of 2

$228.00
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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.