Racing in the Mid West is back for 2025! Mingenew Races will be taking place Saturday 29 March at the Mingenew Turf Club. Set to be a sell-out stellar event, make sure you put this one in the calendar. With visitors from all over Western Australia coming to enjoy a true rural racing experience, it’s an event you definitely won’t want to miss.
Where do I buy tickets?
Tickets are available to purchase online through Eventbrite. There will also be a limited number of door sales available for walk-ins on the day of the event.
- Kids 0-15: Free entry
- Concession: $15
- General Admission: $20
- Merkanooka Haulage VIP Lounge: $100
The Merkanooka Haulage VIP Lounge ticket includes; a complimentary drink on arrival, ‘One L of a Good Feed’ catering, Sour Hour Cocktails onsite, private bar, live DJ, access to Tote and TV, complimentary race book and exclusive seating in trackside comfort!
What is involved?
Along with the six races throughout the day, there is a bunch of fantastic entertainment for the whole family to enjoy. So suit up or don your best frock for a full race day of fun, fashion, kids entertainment and more!
- Licensed bar
- Food outlets
- On course bookmakers and TAB
- Free Kids entertainment
- ‘Fashions on the Field’ for both juniors and ladies
- Fireworks
- After party live entertainment: DJ Steve Platinum DJs
- EFTPOS available
Where do I stay?
Stay at one of the Mid West’s most iconic pubs, the Mingenew Hotel, or the welcoming and friendly Mingenew Spring Caravan Park. Make sure you book in advance as these spots will fill up quickly! To book, please get in touch via mingenewhotelmotel@bigpond.com (Mingenew Hotel) and cvbafarr@bigpond.com (Mingenew Spring Caravan Park).
Alternatively just outside of town, you can camp at Coalseam Conservation Park (bookings through the Department of Parks and Wildlife), or free camping at Enanty Barn or Yandanooka Hall. Please note you must be self-contained for these camping sites.
From caravan parks and camping to holiday houses and hotels, there are also many accommodation options available in Dongara and Port Denison. Just over half an hour from Mingenew out on the coast, you can catch the shuttle bus to and from the races.
How do I get there?
There will be a shuttle bus running throughout the day from Dongara to Mingenew. Please check out New Leaf Connect for more information.