Situated on the edge of the iconic Flinders Ranges, Port Augusta is a regional hub and the gateway to the South Australian Outback. The dramatic backdrop of the Flinders Ranges at the Port Augusta Racecourse is unique. This year the racecourse hosts the annual City of Port Augusta Cup on Sunday 9 July.
It is set to be a massive day filled with racing, fashion, music and fun for the WHOLE family!
The City of Port Augusta Cup is the pinnacle of an exhilarating 8-race card of outback racing. Raced over 2300 meters, the Cup is a true stayers’ race and allows for punters to enjoy the field completing over one and a half laps of the Port Augusta track.
A hallmark of the City of Port Augusta Cup day is the Fashion at the Races competition held throughout the day and is always an exciting event. This year is set to be no different, with SIX massive categories to enter into, all with amazing prizes. With categories of Best Dressed Lady, Best Dressed Man, Most Elegant Lady, Local Lady of the Day, Best Millinery, and a junior’s category there is a category for everyone to enter in to!
Hospitality packages are available for a range of budgets that elevate the Cup Day experience. Why not enjoy a private marquee with bar facilities and betting facilities located on the Home Turn? Or take it to another level with the Radio 5AU Marquee which includes drinks tickets, food throughout the day, live music and the perfect view of the Home Straight.
Port Augusta is the gateway to the Flinders Ranges and the Outback. The Port Augusta Cup is the perfect excuse for a long weekend in this stunning and iconic part of South Australia, renowned all over the world! Wilpena Pound is a breathtaking marvel and is less than two hours away from Port Augusta. Along the way, stop in to the townships of Quorn and Hawker and enjoy the unique charm of these outback communities. Port Augusta is also one end of the Pichi Richi Railway, a heritage railway that operates between Port Augusta and Quorn.
Don’t miss out on this iconic outback country cup set in a stunning part of South Australia. Now is the time to start planning for the 2023 City of Port Augusta Cup.
Event Details
- City of Port Augusta Cup – Sunday 9 July 2023
- Tickets via Moshtix
- 6 Fashion at the Races categories
- Gates Open 10:30 am
