The Entertainment Grounds
Known as Gosford Race Club, The Entertainment Grounds is the premier events location on the Central Coast. The Entertainment Grounds is an indoor and outdoor, multi-purpose community facility for functions, events, festivals, weddings, exhibitions as well as horse racing.
The Entertainment Grounds is the perfect venue for a variety of functions and events, with a multiple of flexible venues and spaces which can be tailored to suit every need. With ample free parking and the finest in house caterers we will take all the hassle out of organising any next event or social function.
We look forward to welcoming you at The Entertainment Grounds soon.
1 WEEK TO GO 🏇
Coast Race Day 2026 is almost here… have you secured your spot yet? Tickets are selling fast – don’t miss out! Book now via the link in our bio.
THE CENTRAL COAST’S RICHEST RACE DAY returns to Gosford with over $2 MILLION in prizemoney.
Featuring:
$500,000 ‘The Coast’
$300,000 Guardian Gosford Gold Cup
$250,000 De Bortoli Wines Takeover Target
…and more.
Join us for the biggest event of the year:
✨ Glam Bar by April Harvey & live entertainment by Red Roy Music
🍸 Pop-Up Cocktail Bar by Steinbok
👗 Fashion Spotters – dress to impress for your chance to win
🎧 DJ Moody Tiger Pants trackside
🎶 DJ ARIA live after the last race
🥂 Premium hospitality experiences
🍝 Pop-Up Italian Long Lunch hosted by Chef Daniel with live music by DJ Danny Taylor
💰Plus, don’t miss the Golden Moment – your chance to win $100,000 or two vehicles to the value of $108,888, thanks to Central Coast Motor Group.
🚌 Free shuttle bus running to and from Gosford Station.
🎟️ Final tickets remaining, including:
• Lakeview All-Inclusive
• Lakeview Mezzanine
• Italian Long Lunch Package
This is your sign to lock in your tickets now.
Will we see you there? 🏇✨
✨ THE GOLDEN MOMENT ✨
A 1 in 20 chance to WIN $100,000!
Here’s how to enter on Saturday, 9 May 2026:
-Purchase your ticket to Coast Race Day and be at the race day
-Scan the QR code at the entrance upon arrival
-Entries close at 1:30pm sharp
-Keep your phone handy at 2pm – 10 lucky winners will be selected to receive a trophy and progress into the major draw 🐎
One finalist will then step up for their chance to pick the lucky envelope and potentially walk away with $100,000 ✨
Get your tickets in the link in our bio and don’t miss your Golden Moment!
GOSFORD TRAINERS PREMIERSHIP UPDATE – 1 MAY 2026
Another strong week for our Gosford trainers, with great results across multiple tracks.
Jake Hull celebrated a win at Coffs Harbour with Diva Rouge taking out the Bruce Hopkins Class 1 HCP on 24th April. He also had a solid run at Gosford, with Allapercanto finishing 4th in The Coast Race Day BM64 on 25th April.
Adam Duggan recorded a 4th-place finish with Shalash in the HMAS Sydney HCP at Randwick on 25th April.
A fantastic win for Angela Davies, with Won’thearmecoming claiming 1st place in the 3YO & Up Super Maiden HCP on 1st May from Muswellbrook.
Gregory McFarlane impressed at Gosford, with Go Glenn winning the NCIS Sydney 3YO Maiden Plate and Encryptix finishing 2nd in The Coast Club Maiden Plate on 25th April.
On Anzac Day, 25th April Nick Mitchell had multiple placings at Kempsey, with Skittlz finishing 4th in the Lest We Forget BM50 and Double Or Quits placing in the Gallipoli Maiden Plate.
On the Gosford Trainers Premiership leaderboard, Adam Duggan and Jake Hull lead the standings with 14 wins, with Gregory McFarlane close behind on 10.
https://www.theentertainmentgrounds.com.au/gosford-trainers-premiership/
Good luck to all our trainers in the coming days.
All-Inclusive and all sorted for Coast Race Day, 9 May 2026🥂
Coast Race Day is calling and this is the easiest way to do it right. Enjoy a full day of racing with premium food, a flowing 6 hour drinks package and with a full view of the track.
Round up your group or colleagues, settle in and let us take care of the rest. Limited spots available!🏇
For more information and to purchase your tickets, visit the link in our bio!
Track update from Stephen ahead of Coast Race Day 🏇
With only a couple of days to go, the track team is well underway with preparations to have everything race-day ready.
Tickets are selling fast, with hospitality packages closing Thursday 7 May at 10am. Don’t miss out!
www.theentertainmentgrounds.com.au/events/coast-race-day/
Fancy a flutter but not sure where to start? 🏇
Get involved in our Punters Podium on course at Coast Race Day, on 9 May 2026 and back a winner with racing analyst Adrian Sciglitano for Races 5–9.
-Just $10 per ticket (available from our promoter or Race Day Office)
-Purchase before 1:15pm
-Follow @gosford_races on X for updates
-Surplus winnings can be redeemed from the Race Day Office from 4:45pm
Join the fun and be part of the action! Be sure to get your tickets via the link in our bio
Settle in and soak up the view from Lakeview on Coast Race Day 🏇
Our Lakeview Reserved Table offering is the perfect way to experience Coast Race Day in comfort, for only $75 per person! Enjoy panoramic views of the racecourse and winning straight, paired with a shared grazing platter and easy access to bookmaker services.
Ideal for a relaxed day with friends or hosting clients, all from one of the best spots on the course.
For tickets and more information, visit the link in our bio.
Is your Central Coast sporting or community group seeking support? The Entertainment Grounds is now accepting applications for our 2026 funding program.
Funding is available for equipment, uniforms, facility upgrades and development initiatives, helping your club achieve its goals.
For more information, please visit www.theentertainmentgrounds.com.au/supporting-local-sport-central-coast/
REMINDER: MEMBERS’ COCKTAIL PARTY – NEXT WEEK ✨
Our Members’ Cocktail Party is just around the corner and we’re excited to celebrate with you on Thursday, 7 May 2026 from 6:00pm until 10:00pm!
Please note: RSVPs have now closed and this event is fully booked.
Enjoy:
– Complimentary house wine, beer & soft drinks (6:00pm – 8:30pm)
– Delicious canapés
– Live entertainment
– Guardian Gold Cup Calcutta
– Cash bar available until 9:30pm
Dress code: Cocktail
Thank you to our members for the incredible response and we look forward to a fantastic evening together! See you there!
MOTHER’S DAY SPECIAL OFFER – LIMITED TIME ONLY!
Celebrate the Mother’s Day weekend at The Coast Race Day on Saturday 9 May 2026, with our Italian Long Lunch hosted by Chef Daniel.
For a limited time only, tickets are $179pp (usually $199pp). Offer starts today Thursday 30 April and ends Monday 4 May at 5pm.
The perfect way to enjoy the Mother’s Day weekend on Saturday 9 May at The Entertainment Grounds, Gosford – with a shared trackside dining experience featuring incredible Italian food, premium wines by De Bortoli Wines, a Limoncello Spritz on arrival, live cooking, and Chef Daniel’s signature roaming desserts including his wheelbarrow tiramisu.
Set against an Amalfi Coast atmosphere on Coast Race Day, with premium views of the race track, this is a long lunch designed for celebration, connection and unforgettable moments.
Strictly limited availability – once it’s gone, it’s gone!
Book via the QR code or online on our website or contact us directly on 02 4325 0461.
#TheCoast #ItalianLongLunch #MothersDayWeekend #GosfordEvents #RaceDayDining
Elevate your race day look 💙✨
Handpicked fascinators ready for purchase at Coast Race Day on Saturday, 9 May, for only $15 for a small and $20 for a large.
Style it with a premium experience, Lakeview dining or the Italian Long Lunch with Chef Daniel for the ultimate day out 🍽️✨
Book tickets now via the link in our bio or here: https://www.theentertainmentgrounds.com.au/events/coast-race-day/ | Limited availability! .
MENU DROP – ITALIAN LONG LUNCH CURATED BY @chefdanieloz 👀🍝✨
Step into a vibrant, shared-style dining experience at Coast Race Day, where food, wine and connection take centre stage.
Hosted by Chef Daniel (Owner of Baker St Restaurant & Bar / Fork N Knife Catering), this is more than lunch – it’s a celebration of togetherness, flavour and race day luxury.
Pricing: $199 per person
Location: Front lawn, trackside views at The Entertainment Grounds, Gosford
What’s included:
🍋 De Bortoli Limoncello Spritz on arrival
🔥 Live woodfired flatbread grazing station (cooked fresh onsite)
👨🍳 Live cooking demonstration by Chef Daniel
🍽️ Shared two-course Italian menu
🍷 De Bortoli Wines tasting experience
🍰 Roaming desserts, including signature wheelbarrow tiramisu
🏇 Racecourse entry + racebook
🍸 Private bar + reserved seating with racetrack views
“When people come together over beautiful food, it creates moments that stay with them forever.” – Chef Daniel
This is one of the most sought-after experiences at the Coast Race Day and seats are limited.
Book now via the link in our bio.
#TheCoast #RaceDayDining #ItalianLongLunch #GosfordEvents #ChefExperience #TracksideDining
Join @chefdanieloz owner of @atbakerstgosford and @fork_n_knife in our Pop-Up Italian Long Lunch this autumn, on Coast Race Day, Saturday 9 May 2026, at The Entertainment Grounds Gosford. Enjoy a beautiful Amalfi Coast setting styled by @eventhub_au, and sponsored wines by @debortoliwines.
Limited spaces available – don’t miss out! Purchase your tickets via the link in our bio or here: https://www.theentertainmentgrounds.com.au/events/coast-race-day/
Less than 2 weeks to go – plan your race day like a pro 🗺️✨
From The Golden Moment and Punters Podium to the UDL Trackside Party, Italian Long Lunch by Chef Daniel, De Bortoli Prosecco Photo Wall + Competition, TAB Stayers Lounge, food trucks, Glam Bar, Steinbok Pop-up Cocktail Bar and post-race beats by DJ ARIA – here’s where it all goes down.
Date: Saturday, 9 May 2026
Gates open: 10:15am (Members) | 10:30am (General Admission & Hospitality)
First race: 11:15am
Last race: 4:40pm
Location: The Entertainment Grounds, Gosford
Plan your day. Pick your spot. Don’t miss a moment.
🎧 Stay after the last for DJ ARIA
💰 Don’t miss The Golden Moment – your chance to win $100K or 2 vehicles valued at $108,888 provided by Central Coast Motor Group
🚌 Free shuttle buses running to and from Gosford Station
Haven’t secured your tickets yet? Hit the link in our bio or visit: https://www.theentertainmentgrounds.com.au/events/coast-race-day/
#TheCoast #RaceDayReady #GosfordEvents #TracksideVibes
Big names. Big stories. Big afternoon ahead of Coast Race Day on 9 May 2026.
Toast to the Coast returns to Railway Hotel Gosford on Friday 8th of May. Featuring Bjorn Baker, Jim Cassidy & MC Ray Thomas
Includes a 2-hour drinks package and 2-course luncheon.
Head over to our website to book, spots are limited!
To book your ticket, visit the link in our bio under Coast Race Day!
Your dream wedding celebration starts here 💫
The Entertainment Grounds offers a range of open spaces and function rooms designed to suit weddings of all sizes with a dedicated events planner to assist you. Whether you`re planning something intimate or going all out, we’ve got the perfect setting to make it a day to remember on the Central Coast.
For more information on our venue for your celebration, visit www.theentertainmentgrounds.com.au/wedding-venue-central-coast/
We’re proud to announce @tabcomau as the sponsor of The Highway at Coast Race Day on Saturday 9 May 2026 🏇
A leader in Australian wagering, TAB brings fans closer to every moment of the action, trackside and beyond.
This year, they’re also bringing the TAB Stayers Lounge to Coast Race Day, a bold, immersive trackside activation designed for those who go the distance.
Blending premium hospitality with pop-culture energy, the TAB Stayers Lounge offers front row views of every race, paired with elevated hospitality.
Here’s how it works:
Enter the lounge, scan in, make your pick, and if your horse wins, you stay on and enjoy refreshed hospitality for the next race. Lose, and your seat goes to the next punter ready to take their shot.
We’re thrilled to have TAB on board, adding an exciting new dimension to the day.
Limited availability – Lakeview All-Inclusive, Lakeview Mezzanine & Italian Long Lunch curated by Chef Daniel are the only packages left to purchase!
Secure your Coast Race Day tickets now via the link in our bio.
🥂 WIN A YEAR`S SUPPLY OF De Bortoli PROSECCO ON COAST RACE DAY on 9 May 2026! 🥂
Thanks to @debortoliwines, one lucky attendee will score a 12-month supply of Prosecco (valued at $1,300!) – that’s a six-pack delivered to your door EVERY MONTH!
To enter:
-Snap your best Prosecco moment at the @debortoliwines photo wall at The Entertainment Grounds on 9 May 2026
-Post it to Instagram
Tag @theentertainmentgrounds and hashtag #Coast26
The most delightfully fresh & lively entry will be announced after the last race! 💃✨
Entries close at 4:30pm on Saturday, 9 May. Must be 18+ and live in NSW to win.
For more information on Coast Race Day, visit www.theentertainmentgrounds.com.au/events/coast-race-day/
We’re proud to highlight and thank @ncissydney2016 for their sponsorship of a race at our upcoming Coast Race Day on Saturday 9 May 2026 🏇
A valued Coast Club Member of Gosford Race Club, NCIS Sydney is a Central Coast-based shopfitting and interior fit-out company delivering high-quality solutions across commercial, residential, retail, hospitality and industrial sectors.
With the capability to manage projects from concept through to completion, their experienced team is known for efficiency, attention to detail, and consistently delivering outstanding results across projects of all sizes Australia-wide.
We truly appreciate their continued support and are proud to have them involved in Coast Race Day.
📍 Central Coast Address: 3/141 Erina Street, Gosford NSW 2250
📞 02 4329 2452
📧 brendan@ncissydney.com.au
🌐 www.ncissydney.com.au
To find out more about Coast Race Day and secure your tickets, visit the link in our bio.