Poverty Bay Turf Club

Poverty Bay Turf Club

Summer festival of horse racing and trackside entertaiment.

The Poverty Bay Turf Club hosts a summer festival of horse racing and trackside entertaiment once per year at the historic Makaraka Racecourse on the outskirts of Gisborne on the sunny east coast of New Zealands, North Island.

Contact

Phone:

06 927 7021

Social:

Location

Address:

Gisborne 4010

MUST SEE + DO

From significant historical landmarks to stunning natural wonders, Tairāwhiti is home to an extraordinary mix of must-see and must-do attractions and experiences.

YOUR GUIDE TO 3 DAYS IN GISBORNE

Make the most of your time in Gisborne - here's our list of all the top things to see and do.

Discover more

Discover the best of Highway 35 in 3 days

Cruise along the East Coast and discover why State Highway 35 epitomises the great Kiwi road trip.

Discover more

East Coast Explorer

Six days in Tairāwhiti Gisborne...

Discover more

Best Places to See the Sunrise

If you’re not already a morning person, then the Land of the First Light may very well change your perspective.

Discover more

Great Places to Wine & Dine in Tairāwhiti

A tantalising taste trail of the freshest harvest from the land and from the sea

Discover more

YOUR GUIDE TO VINEYARD EXPLORING IN TAIRāwhiti

Discover the taste of Tairāwhiti through our award-winning wineries.

Discover more

Surfing

A strong swell, consistent winds and wide-open beaches all line up to create some of New Zealand’s best breaks

Discover more

Upcoming Events

With a calendar of year-round entertainment and experiences to delight you, the land of the first light is a fun-filled destination that offers something for everyone.