Ararat Racecourse Tips & Betting Advice
Ararat Racecourse is one of Victoria's popular country racing venues, attracting strong support from trainers across western Victoria throughout the season.
The club hosts six meetings each year, highlighted by two feature Cups that make it one of the state's standout country racing destinations.
Whether you're looking for race dates, form, fields, betting tips or race-day information, you'll find everything you need for Ararat meetings right here.
Ararat Racecourse Bookie Promotions
Not only do our bookmaker partners frame early markets at Ararat, they also regularly supply promotions and offers on the biggest events at Hamilton and other racing venues.
Our trusted bookmakers deliver plenty of offers, which means after you’ve read our full reviews on their platforms you should check their sites for what up to date promotions are on offer.
Ararat Racecourse Free Bets
Due to Australian regulations bookmakers are no longer allowed to offer free bets to prospective or existing customers.
However, bookmakers do still offer money back specials which effectively amount to free bets if successful so check with your bookie to see if they are delivering Ararat free bets.
Ararat Race Dates - 2026/27
| Date | Day | Meeting Grade | Feature |
|---|---|---|---|
| 8 November 2026 | Sunday | Country | bet365 Ararat Gold Cup |
| 24 November 2026 | Tuesday | Country | Tuesday Racing |
| 31 January 2027 | Sunday | Country | T.M. 'Murray' Slattery Willaura Cup |
| 9 March 2027 | Tuesday | Country | Tuesday Racing |
| 1 April 2027 | Thursday | Country | Autumn Racing |
| 8 May 2027 | Saturday | Country | Saturday Racing |
Ararat Racecourse Results
Ararat hold around six meetings throughout the summer and Autumn months with tracks such as Ballarat and Geelong utilising their synthetic surfaces during the wet season.
See the top of this article for previous Ararat tips as well as upcoming news and events.
Ararat Racecourse Bet Of The Day
Our experts watch and analyse all Victorian country racing to help you and save you time studying the form.
All you need to do is check out bets.com.au in the days leading up to any Ararat meeting and back our expert’s tips.
Ararat Racecourse Social News
To get all the Ararat social news your best bet is the visit the Ararat social media channels.
Ararat’s Facebook page can be found at Ararat Turf Club.
Ararat Racecourse FAQ
- Where is Ararat racecourse located?
Ararat racecourse is located 210km away from Melbourne's CBD.
- How can I get to Ararat racecourse?
Travelling via car is the easiest way to attend the racecourse, although the club run a free shuttle bus to the track on Ararat Gold Cup Day.
- When is the 2026 Ararat Cup?
The 2026 Ararat Cup will be run on Sunday, November 8.
- Can I bring alcohol into Ararat racecourse?
No, all alcohol must be purchased on track and consumed on the premises.
- Can I bring food into the racecourse?
Yes, food and snacks are allowed to be brought into the racecourse.
