COUNTRY RACING SINCE 1904
Join in the excitement of a traditional country race meeting the 1st weekend of July.
FRIDAY 3rd July 2026
Day 1 of 2 days of country racing including Calcutta, Fashions on the Field “Country”, Footrace for 12 years and under age group and the Auction following the last race.
SATURDAY 4th July 2026
Day 2 of racing including Calcutta, Fashions on the Field “Derby Day Classic Racewear”, the Footrace for 13 years and over and the Auction following the last race. Queensland Rural Presentation night held in the main hall at 9 pm.
Program of Events
Thank you to our 2026 Sponsors
🏇 MERCHANDISE SHOP 🏇
Only 5 days to go!
We’re excited to share this year’s merchandise, featuring our brand-new Oak Park Race Club logo.
This year’s merchandise includes sublimated fishing shirts, long sleeve work shirts and pannikins. Stock is limited, so don’t miss out!
If you’d like to secure your fishing shirts before Race Week, or purchase your race tickets, head online here:
oakparkraces.com.au/2026-race-week/
🛍 Merchandise Shop Opening Hours
Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday
9:00am – 12:00pm
1:00pm – 4:00pm
Friday
8:00am – 11:00am
Saturday
8:00am – 11:00am
We are also looking for volunteers to help out in the merchandise shop during Race Week. Even a few hours would be greatly appreciated.
Please contact Therese Wilds at theresewilds@gmail.com if you are able to help. 🤠
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✨ MEET THE JUDGES ✨
We’re excited to introduce our 2026 Classic Race Day Fashions on the Field judges — Megan Lethbridge, Nick Trompf & Kelly Muller.
With a strong appreciation for style, detail and race day tradition, this experienced panel will be looking for entrants who showcase elegance, confidence and standout presentation.
A huge thank you to Megan, Nick and Kelly for generously giving their time and expertise to be part of this year’s event. We’re so grateful for your support and can’t wait for another fantastic Fashions on the Field competition. 👒🏇
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Kids Fashions on the Field – Race Week Fun Continues! 🤠👗
We’re counting down the days until the little cowboys and cowgirls hit the runway at this year’s Oak Park Races Kids Fashions on the Field.
A huge thank you to our Major Sponsors:
• North Queensland Toyota Cowboys
• Mamma Mia Tully
And to our other valued Sponsors, whose generosity helps make this event so special for our young entrants:
• Peter Roy Photography
• Townsville Termite & Pest Control - Local - Family Owned
• Distribution Direct Pty Ltd.
• SportsPower Ingham
• Bianca Spannagle - Bagstowe Camp
• Glen & Theresa Murphy - Smiths Point Camp
• Henley On Copperfield Camp
Kids FOTF will run after the first race on both Friday 3 July and Saturday 4 July.
Age groups:
• 0–6 years
• 7–12 years
• 13–17 years
Friday’s theme: Country Race Wear
Saturday’s theme: Classic Race Wear
Every entrant receives a lolly bag — we can’t wait to see the creativity, confidence and country style our young fashion stars bring to the track.
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