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Avoca Races Come unearth our w**e region and the Pyrenees at the Avoca Races in October and March each year.

The Avoca Shire Turf Club (ASTC) opens its gates two days of the year to patrons ready to enjoy the rays of sun, the blue skies, the green grass, the constant laughter and cheering, the outfits, the ch*****ne, the gourmet food and w**e and the thrill of watching those amazing thoroughbreds race down the straight. The Avoca Cup are a highlight of the country spring racing and the Fashions on the Field in Avoca is one to enter, with great prizes and recognition on offer. Our March races, celebrate Autumn in the Pyrenees and a day of Country racing at its best. Among other events, the Club host may large events on course and in the Pyrenees Function Centre.

Are post-event blues real? Absolutely! 😭❤️We loved sharing our beautiful racecourse with you and can’t thank enough for...
26/10/2026

Are post-event blues real? Absolutely! 😭❤️

We loved sharing our beautiful racecourse with you and can’t thank enough for capturing these amazing moments! 📸

Tag your friends, share your favourite snaps and relive the magic of the Whyte Just & Moore Avoca Cup! 🏇🥂

The countdown is officially on… 355 DAYS TO GO! ❤️

THANK YOU! 🏇☀️A huge thank you to everyone who joined us for the Whyte Just & Moore Lawyers Avoca Cup! ❤️The sun was shi...
21/10/2026

THANK YOU! 🏇☀️

A huge thank you to everyone who joined us for the Whyte Just & Moore Lawyers Avoca Cup! ❤️

The sun was shining, the fashions were on point and we loved watching you hit the dance floor with Jeff Tynon! 💃🕺

What a fantastic day celebrating country racing with our amazing community. We hope you had as much fun as we did!

📸 Our full photo gallery is coming soon, so keep your eyes peeled!

Thanks for being part of another unforgettable Avoca Cup! 🥂

🏇 HAPPY AVOCA CUP DAY! 🥂The day has finally arrived! Come and join us for an amazing day of racing, fashion, entertainme...
16/10/2026

🏇 HAPPY AVOCA CUP DAY! 🥂
The day has finally arrived! Come and join us for an amazing day of racing, fashion, entertainment and country hospitality in our stunning Pyrenees Region. 🌿☀️
📍 Gates Open: 11.00am
🏇 First Race: 1.36pm
A few important reminders:
- No personal shade structures permitted.
- No alcohol permitted to be brought onto the racecourse.
- No pets permitted.

A huge thank-you to our loyal Cup Day sponsors who help make this iconic community event possible: Whyte Just & Moore, Astbury Welding, ISLA Vodka, CUB, TAC, bet365, Avoca Caravan Park and the Slater Family. 💙
Our community is our heart, and we can't wait to welcome you all for a fantastic Whyte Just & Moore Avoca Cup Day!
Let's make it a day to remember! 🥂🏇🌸

16/10/2026
🌞 AVOCA CUP EVE IS HERE! 🏇🍻As the sun rises up on Avoca Cup Eve, how beautiful is our Pyrenees region🌿☀️With a gorgeous ...
15/10/2026

🌞 AVOCA CUP EVE IS HERE! 🏇🍻

As the sun rises up on Avoca Cup Eve, how beautiful is our Pyrenees region🌿☀️

With a gorgeous 24 degrees forecast, all our packages SOLD OUT, and everything coming together for another incredible Cup Day, we’re ready to go! 🙌

🎶 Live music
🎈 Kids’ activities
🍔 Plenty of delicious food vendors
🍺 Ice-cold beers
🏇 And of course, all the racing action!

🎟️ COMING TOMORROW? Grab your General Admission tickets online for speedy entry to the course and get ready for a fantastic day in the country!

📍 Gates Open: 11.00am
🏇 First Race: 1.36pm

And most importantly… WHO’S YOUR TIP TO WIN THE WHYTE JUST & MOORE AVOCA CUP? 🏆

Drop your tip in the comments below! 👇 Let’s see who knows their horses! 🐎💰

🚨 LAST-MINUTE AVAILABILITY – AVOCA CUP DAY! 🥂Due to a couple of late cancellations, we have ONE Mini Marquee and a few U...
12/10/2026

🚨 LAST-MINUTE AVAILABILITY – AVOCA CUP DAY! 🥂
Due to a couple of late cancellations, we have ONE Mini Marquee and a few Umbrella Packages now available for sale!
With a forecast of 23°C, it’s shaping up to be a fantastic spring day at the Whyte Just & Moore Lawyers Avoca Cup — and what better way to enjoy it than with your own guaranteed piece of shade! ☀️

🎟️ These spots won’t last long — get in quick before they’re gone!

Make a weekend of it and stay and play in our beautiful Pyrenees region! 🍷🏇Racing on Saturday, date night dinner plans F...
11/10/2026

Make a weekend of it and stay and play in our beautiful Pyrenees region! 🍷🏇
Racing on Saturday, date night dinner plans Friday or Saturday night and perhaps a w**ery tour on Sunday? Or why not take Friday off work and turn it into a cheeky long weekend! 😉
There’s plenty to see, do and enjoy in our region, so why not make the most of it?
🏕️ CAMPING BOOKINGS CLOSE AT 10AM THIS WEDNESDAY!

🌤️ TRAVEL PLANS - TIME TO BOOK! 🚌The current forecast 21°C and no rain predicted! 🤞☀️ Now it’s time to lock in your tra...
11/10/2026

🌤️ TRAVEL PLANS - TIME TO BOOK! 🚌
The current forecast 21°C and no rain predicted! 🤞☀️ Now it’s time to lock in your travel plans for the Whyte Just & Moore Lawyers Avoca Cup – Saturday 17 October!
We’ve got plenty of options to get you to the biggest day on the Pyrenees social calendar:
⛺ Onsite camping – Make a weekend of it!
🚌 Buses from Ballarat, Maryborough, Moonambel and Amphitheatre – Sit back, relax and leave the driving to someone else.
🚌 Avoca township bus service – No pre-booking required!
⚠️ IMPORTANT: All transport options, except the local Avoca township bus service, MUST be PRE-BOOKED.
Don't leave it until the last minute. Book your transport, gather your mates and get ready for a brilliant day of racing, fashion, music and good times!

🕺 What’s the one song that’s guaranteed to get you up and dancing? 💃Drop your go-to dance-floor anthem in the comments! ...
09/10/2026

🕺 What’s the one song that’s guaranteed to get you up and dancing? 💃

Drop your go-to dance-floor anthem in the comments! 🎶👇

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307 Racecourse Road
Avoca, VIC
3467

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