Glenorchy Races
Country horse racing day held on the first Saturday after New Year, with relay and stockmen's races and children's sprints at lunchtime.
- when
- 2 January 2027
- where
- Glenorchy
- cost
- Paid
- kind of event
- Community
From Glenorchy community events listing, checked 6 October 2026.
| When | Saturday, 2 January 2027, 11am to 5pm |
| Where | Glenorchy (the listing gives no venue) |
| Cost | Not stated |
| Good with kids | Yes |
| Organiser | Glenorchy Races (contact Ann Percy, per the community listing) (opens in a new tab) |
What it changes in town
A busy day on the Glenorchy road.
Getting there
Glenorchy is 46 km from central Queenstown, about 45 min to 1 h by car (Glenorchy-Queenstown Road, sealed and winding, no fuel until Glenorchy). Without a car: No public bus. Track-transport shuttles and day tours run from town, mostly in the Great Walks season.
Around the same time
- Lake Hayes A&P ShowSaturday, 9 January 2027 · Lake Hayes Showgrounds
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Source: Glenorchy community events listing, checked 6 October 2026. The description is ours. Dates are New Zealand time and plans change: confirm with the organiser before you travel for an event, and if you spot a change email hello@queenstownpocket.com.