Ballina Racecourse Tips & Latest News
Ballina Racecourse is located on the Far North Coast of New South Wales and stages regular country race meetings throughout the season, attracting horses, trainers and jockeys from across the Northern Rivers region and beyond.
The club's feature meeting is the Ballina Cup, while the racing calendar also includes autumn, winter, spring and summer race meetings.
Whether you're looking for race dates, form, fields, betting tips, race previews, results or the latest racing news, you'll find everything you need for Ballina meetings right here.
Ballina Racecourse Bookie Promotions
Ballina betting markets generally arrive a day or two out from a country program.
Online wagering companies deliver Ballina bookmaker offers, so keep an eye out in the lead up to the meetings for what bonus bet and money back specials are on offer.
Ballina 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 essentially amount to free bets if successful so check with your bookie to see if they are delivering Ballina free bets.
Ballina Race Dates - 2026/27
| Date | Day | Meeting Grade | Feature |
|---|---|---|---|
| 11 August 2026 | Tuesday | Country | Ballina Races |
| 4 October 2026 | Sunday | Country | Ballina Races |
| 2 November 2026 | Monday | Country | Ballina Races |
| 13 November 2026 | Friday | Country | Ballina Races |
| 23 November 2026 | Monday | Country | Ballina Races |
| 8 December 2026 | Tuesday | Country | Ballina Races |
| 26 December 2026 | Saturday | Country | Ballina Races |
| 7 January 2027 | Thursday | Country | Ballina Races |
| 15 January 2027 | Friday | Country | Ballina Cup |
| 26 February 2027 | Friday | Country | Ballina Races |
| 6 March 2027 | Saturday | Country | Ballina Races |
| 25 March 2027 | Thursday | Country | Ballina Races |
| 6 April 2027 | Tuesday | Country | Ballina Races |
| 27 April 2027 | Tuesday | Country | Ballina Races |
| 28 May 2027 | Friday | Country | Beef Week Cup |
| 14 June 2027 | Monday | Country | Ballina Races |
Ballina Racecourse Results
The Racing NSW website provide all results, replays and trial information for New South Wales races, which includes Ballina.
Their website allows users to search by the meeting or even by the horse, where you can type in the runner you're looking for any replay on.
Ballina Racecourse Bet Of The Day
Our experts watch and analyse races at Ballina to deliver the best bets of each and every card.
You can expect to see our Ballina tips, bet of the day and previews the day prior to a provincial or major meeting there.
Ballina Racecourse Social News
The official Ballina Racing Social Media channels are:
- Twitter - @BallinaJC
- Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/BallinaJockeyClub
- Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/ballinajockeyclub/?hl=en
Ballina Racecourse FAQ
- Where is the Ballina Racecourse?
The Ballina Racecourse is located in the North Coast of New South Wales, with the nearest state capital being Brisbane, which is around 185km away.
- When is the 2027 Ballina Cup?
The 2027 Ballina Cup will be run on Friday, January 15.
- Can I bring alcohol into Ballina racecourse?
No, all alcohol must be purchased and consumed on course.
- Can I bring food into Ballina racecourse?
Yes, food may be brought into Ballina racecourse.
- How to bet on the Ballina Races?
To place a bet on the Ballina races you'll need to be signed up with an online bookmaker.
Generally, corporate bookies open betting markets a day or two prior to a meeting at Ballina.
