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Launceston Cup

Launceston Cup

The Launceston Cup is a Group 3 open handicap Thoroughbred horse race held annually in the month of February in Launceston, Tasmania, Australia. The race is run over a 2400 meters distance at Launceston racecourse under set weight and penalty conditions. The prize money offered to the winner of the race is $225,000. The competition first started in 1865 and the Launceston Cup Day is a public holiday in Northern Tasmania.

What People do on Launceston Cup?

Local residents are very much enthusiastic about the race. A huge crowd is gathered to experience exciting horse racing, colorful fashions, lively music, sociable crowd, and mouth watering cuisines. People come in their best dress to participate in Fashion on the Field competitions. Winning Launceston Cup Fashion on the Field contest has become an issue of prestige among the patrons.

Betting is open and fair in Launceston Cup. So, racing enthusiasts just wait for the moment and are excited to take their share home. Patrons can reserve a place in a spectator area. They can also settle at a picnic car space and people who had their places in previous years are given preference to retain their space.

Visitors who have their car park positions are allowed to bring in their own alcohol but it should be consumed only in the car. Corporate Marquee is another special attraction of Launceston Cup Day to impress your clients. Enjoying trackside view of Launceston racecourse, exciting racing, fun-filled atmosphere, delightful dining, colorful fashions, listening to the music!!! What more do you need to make a great day?

For all these special features, this Tasmanian Summer Racing Carnival has become one of the best choices for big companies to promote their business.

Well what are you waiting for? Just book your tickets much before the Launceston Cup Day and gain experience like never before.

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