Sandown Races - Betting Tips & Previews
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Two distinct circuits give Sandown an important role in Melbourne racing, with the Hillside and Lakeside tracks allowing the venue to accommodate a substantial metropolitan program throughout the season.
That workload increases during 2026/27, with Sandown allocated 28 MRC meetings as other metropolitan venues undergo major changes. The Hillside circuit also picks up one of The Valley's biggest races, hosting the Group 1 Moir Stakes on September 5.
Group 1 racing returns again later in spring when the C.F. Orr Stakes is staged on the Hillside course on November 14, before the Spring Finale follows two weeks later. Sandown then carries a particularly busy summer program while Caulfield undergoes its post-Caulfield Cup resurfacing.
The two courses are clearly distinguished throughout the calendar, with meetings switching between Sandown Hillside and Sandown Lakeside according to the racing program. Both are turf tracks, but their differing layouts and configurations can produce noticeably different racing characteristics.
Whether you're looking for race dates, betting tips, form guides, fields, race previews, results or the latest horse racing news, you'll find everything you need for both Sandown Hillside and Sandown Lakeside race meetings right here.
Sandown Races Betting Tips
Our experts watch and analyse all Victorian 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 Sandown meeting and back our expert betting tips.
You can read our Sandown races tips by following the links in the news section above. Tips are available around 48 hours before race meetings.
Sandown Races Betting Promotions
Not only do our bookmakers frame early markets at Sandown, they also regularly supply promotions and offers on the biggest events at Sandown and other Victorian tracks.
Australia's best betting sites usually deliver Sandown offers. You need to be a member to get the promotions available. Follow the links below.
Sandown Races 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 great specials worth considering.
Sandown Race Dates - 2026/27
| Date | Day | Course | Feature |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 Aug 2026 | Sunday | Lakeside | Grand National Hurdle Day |
| 19 Aug 2026 | Wednesday | Lakeside | Sandown Races |
| 22 Aug 2026 | Saturday | Hillside | Carlyon Stakes Day – The Valley @ Sandown |
| 2 Sep 2026 | Wednesday | Hillside | Sandown Races |
| 5 Sep 2026 | Saturday | Hillside | Moir Stakes Day – The Valley @ Sandown |
| 9 Sep 2026 | Wednesday | Hillside | Sandown Races |
| 14 Nov 2026 | Saturday | Hillside | C.F. Orr Stakes Day |
| 18 Nov 2026 | Wednesday | Lakeside | Sandown Twilight |
| 28 Nov 2026 | Saturday | Hillside | Sandown Spring Finale |
| 2 Dec 2026 | Wednesday | Lakeside | Sandown Twilight |
| 9 Dec 2026 | Wednesday | Lakeside | Sandown Twilight |
| 19 Dec 2026 | Saturday | Hillside | Magic Millions Sandown Race Day |
| 23 Dec 2026 | Wednesday | Lakeside | Sandown Races |
| 26 Dec 2026 | Saturday | Hillside | Boxing Day Races |
| 6 Jan 2027 | Wednesday | Hillside | Sandown Twilight |
| 23 Jan 2027 | Saturday | Hillside | Australia Day Race Day |
| 27 Jan 2027 | Wednesday | Hillside | Sandown Twilight |
| 13 Mar 2027 | Saturday | Lakeside | Victorian Owners & Breeders Race Day |
| 29 Mar 2027 | Monday | Lakeside | Easter Monday Races |
| 22 May 2027 | Saturday | Lakeside | Sandown Races |
| 30 May 2027 | Sunday | Lakeside | Sandown Races |
Sandown Races Results
Sandown race most of the year, holding a lot of midweek meetings, and punters love it as it races so fair.
Visit our Group One races page for the latest results on the Sandown events including an in depth look at the feature races.
Sandown Racecourse Social News
To get all the Sandown social news your best bet is the visit the Sandown social media channels.
Sandown Twitter account can be found at @MelbRaceClub while their Facebook page is at Melbourne Racing Club.
Sandown Racecourse FAQ
- Where is Sandown Racecourse located?
Sandown racecourse is located 27km away from Melbourne's CBD.
- What is the difference between Hillside and Lakeside?
Hillside is the track that goes all othe way around the course and eliminates a chute that is cut through the middle of the track, whereas that surface through the middle of the track is the Lakeside. The right hand side of the course is used across both tracks.
- How to travel to Sandown Racecourse?
Train and car is the best way to arrive at Sandown, with a large carpark and a train station just down the road.
- Can you bring Alcohol into Sandown Racecourse?
No, all alcohol must be purchased on course at a bar.
- Can you bring food into Sandown Racecourse?
Yes, food is allowed to be brought into the racecourse.
