Witness the Spectacle
About the Famous Races
Learn where it all began, who is behind it all, and what happens on the big day.
Other Activities
The Birdsville Races are about so much more than just the centrepiece race day event. From live entertainment to fun runs to fashion and beyond, there’s plenty for everyone.
Daily Program
A host of amazing live entertainment acts in an indescribable atmosphere.
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Fashions on the Field
Adding colour and excitement to race day, with categories for everyone over 18 years – from traditional to novelty.
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Surrounding Events
There’s great other events to see before and after you visit Birdsville
read moreThe Annual RFDS Birdsville Races Fun Run
Get a team together, support a great cause and have fun!
Race Program
Click each section below to reveal race details for each day of the carnival.
Friday 31 August 2018
| 1. OUTBACK MATES MAIDEN PLATE (QTIS ADDED STAKES) | 1000M | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| (3YO & Up – Set Weights) | |||||
| For QTIS 3yo Fillies | |||||
| Of: $20,000 | 1st: $13,375 | 2nd: $4,000 | 3rd: $2,000 | 4th: $625 | |
| For QTIS Three, Four & Five-Year-Old horses | |||||
| Of: $17,500 | 1st: $11,625 | 2nd: $3,500 | 3rd: $1,750 | 4th: $625 | |
| For Non-QTIS Horses | |||||
| Of: $12,500 | 1st: $8,125 | 2nd: $2,500 | 3rd: $1,250 | 4th: $625 | |
| 2. NOT JUST HARDWARE CLASS B HANDICAP | 1000m | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Of: $12,500 | 1st: $8,125 | 2nd: $2,500 | 3rd: $1250 | 4th: $625 | |
| 3. UBET CLASS 1 HANDICAP | 1200m | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Of: $12,500 | 1st: $8,125 | 2nd: $2,500 | 3rd: $1,250 | 4th: $625 | |
| 4. BIRDSVILLE HOTEL CLASS 3 PLATE (SET WEIGHTS) | 1000m | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Of: $15,000 | 1st: $9,750 | 2nd: $3,000 | 3rd: $1,500 | 4th: $750 | |
| Trophies: $500 Owners Trophy | |||||
| 5. VEOLIA BENCHMARK 55 HANDICAP | 1600m | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Set Weights | |||||
| Of: $12,500 | 1st: $8,125 | 2nd: $2,500 | 3rd: $1,250 | 4th: $625 | |
| 6. ROAD TECH MARINE OPEN HANDICAP | 1200m | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Of: $20,000 | 1st: $12,800 | 2nd: $4,000 | 3rd: $2,000 | 4th: $800 | 5th: $400 |
| Trophies: $500 (Owners Trophy) | |||||
| Nominations Close | Tuesday 21/8/2018, 11:00am | ||||
| Weights Declared | Wednesday 22/8/2018 | ||||
| Acceptances Due | Monday 27/8/2018 10:00am | ||||
| Jockey Declarations | Monday 27/8/2018, 1:00pm | ||||
| Final Scratchings | Friday 31/8/2018, 7:45am | ||||
Saturday 1 September 2018
| 1. LANDMARK / CGU MAIDEN PLATE | 1200m | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| (3YO & Up – Set Weights) | |||||
| Of: $12,500 | 1st: $8,125 | 2nd:$2,500 | 3rd: $1,250 | 4th: $625 | |
| 2. BROOKLANDS / FRED BROPHY BENCHMARK 65 | 1400m | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Of: $12,500 | 1st: $8,125 | 2nd: $2,500 | 3rd: $1,250 | 4th: $625 | |
| 3. INNAMINCKA HOTEL BENCHMARK 70 HANDICAP | 1000m | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Of: $12,500 | 1st: $8,125 | 2nd: $2,500 | 3rd: $1,250 | 4th: $625 | |
| 4. AKUBRA CLASS 2 HANDICAP (QTIS ADDED STAKES) | 1200m | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| For QTIS 3yo Fillies | |||||
| Of: $22,500 | 1st: $15,000 | 2nd: $4,500 | 3rd: $2,250 | 4th: $750 | |
| For QTIS Three, Four and Five-year-old horses | |||||
| Of: $20,000 | 1st: $13,250 | 2nd: $4,000 | 3rd: $2,000 | 4th: $750 | |
| For Non-QTIS Horses | |||||
| Of: $15,000 | 1st: $9,750 | 2nd: $3,000 | 3rd: $1,500 | 4th: $750 | |
| Trophies: $500 Owners Trophy | |||||
| 5. UBET BIRDSVILLE CUP OPEN HANDICAP | 1600m | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| *The winner/s of the 2018 Betoota Cup 1600m will be exempt from the ballott, if nominated. | |||||
| Of: $40,000 | 1st: $24,400 | 2nd: $8,200 | 3rd: $4,200 | 4th: $2,000 | 5th: $1,200 |
| Trophies: $1200 Owners Trophy, $300 Trainers Trophy, $300 Jockeys Trophy | |||||
| 6. LYNDHURST STUD CLASS 5 HANDICAP | 1200m | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Of: $15,000 | 1st: $9,750 | 2nd: $3,000 | 3rd: $1,500 | 4th: $750 | |
| Trophies: $500 Owners Trophy | |||||
| 7. BIRDSVILLE FUEL SERVICE BENCHMARK 55 HANDICAP | 800m | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Of: $12,500 | 1st: $8,125 | 2nd: $2,500 | 3rd: $1,250 | 4th: $625 | |
| Nominations Close | Tuesday 21/8/2018, 11:00am | ||||
| Weights Declared | Wednesday 22/8/2018 | ||||
| Acceptances Due | Monday 27/8/2018, 10:00am | ||||
| Jockey Declarations | Monday 27/8/2018, 1:00pm | ||||
| Final Scratchings | Saturday 1/9/2018, 7:45am | ||||
Diamantina Shire Bonus
The Diamantina Shire Council is offering a $4000 bonus to the owner(s) of the horse(s) which have accumulated the most points in the Betoota, Birdsville and Bedourie Race circuit.
The $4,000 Diamantina Shire Bonus will be distributed as follows:
1st $3,000 & 2nd place $1,000.
To be eligible the horses need to start the minimum of once in each location. The bonus will be divided equally in the event of one or more horses obtaining the same number of points.
Tickets and Official Birdsville Race Club Merchandise are available at the Visitor Information Centre.
OBE Organic Trackside Marquee
The Birdsville Race Club is pleased offer visitors a luxury outback dining experience available on both race days.
Limited in number these hospitality packages will provide:
- Clear fronted marquee with full views of the track
- Gourmet dining featuring OBE Organic produce
- Exclusive trackside access
- 4.5 hour beer and wine package
- Complimentary racebook
- Sky Channel coverage
- Live entertainment between races
Our on course chef will tantalise the taste buds of guests in what is without question the finest dining in Birdsville during race week and an opportunity not to be missed.
Friday 2018 Trackside Marquee (Cocktail style) – $329.90 per person
Saturday 2018 ‘Cup Day’ Trackside Marquee (Seated) – $384.90 per person
Meet Birdville Races’ first female Ambassador
16 year-old Venessa Harris set to give back to the community that supported her through cancer battle.
