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.
Members Dining at Family of League Race Day on 9 July 2026 🏇
Enjoy a premium race day experience in the Panorama Lounge, featuring sweeping racecourse views and a front row seat overlooking the winning post.
$90 Members | $110 Non-Members
Your package includes racecourse entry, a reserved table in the Panorama Lounge, chef’s canapé on arrival, a delicious three-course luncheon and a racebook.
Book your race day experience today via (02) 4325 0461 or info@theentertainmentgrounds.com.au.
For all information and packages, visit https://www.theentertainmentgrounds.com.au/events/family-of-league-race-day-thursday-9-july-2026/
Gosford Race Day | Thursday 6th August 2026 🏇
Enjoy a chef’s canapé on arrival and a delicious three-course luncheon in the Panorama Members Lounge, featuring sweeping views of the racecourse and a front-row seat overlooking the winning post.
Members Dining Package includes:
-Racecourse entry and racebook
-Reserved table in the Panorama Members Lounge
-Chef’s canapé on arrival
-Three-course luncheon
Pricing: $92 Members | $112 Non-Members / Guests
To book your package, visit www.theentertainmentgrounds.com.au/events/260806/
Give back and get involved at the Family of League Race Day on Thursday 9 July 2026 at Gosford Race Club! 🏇💙
Enjoy a delicious three-course luncheon at a reserved table in our Lakeview Room, featuring panoramic views of the racecourse and winning straight, plus full TAB and bookmaker facilities.
At just $170 per person, it’s a fantastic day of racing, entertainment, raffles, and community spirit, all while supporting those in need through Family of League.
To book your package, visit the link in our bio!
Be quick and save on your Gosford Race Club Membership!⏰🏇🏿
Our Early Bird Membership Offer ends tomorrow, 30 June 2026 at 4:00pm!
Make sure you`ve renewed or purchased your membership to lock in the discounted rate and enjoy a full year of benefits, including:
-Free entry to 23 race meetings
-Buy One, Get One Free dining package
-5% discount on bar purchases at race meetings all year round
-Other exclusive member offers and benefits
Don`t miss out – join or renew before 4:00pm tomorrow! Call (02) 4325 0461 or visit to sign up or renew www.theentertainmentgrounds.com.au/membership/membership-application-form
The Family of League Foundation Race Day is only 2 weeks away!
Join us on Thursday, 9 July, for an exciting day of live racing at Gosford Race Club!
For just $170pp for our Family of League All-Inclusive package, you’ll receive racecourse entry, a racebook, a delicious three-course banquet, a 5-hour beverage package and afternoon tea featuring panoramic views of the racecourse.
Bookings close on Tuesday 7 July at 10am –
https://www.theentertainmentgrounds.com.au/events/family-of-league-race-day-thursday-9-july-2026/
A special thank you to our race sponsors who help make this day possible:
Family of League Foundation
Eagles Plumbing Plus
Brisbane Water Glass
Brown Commercial Buildings
Parramatta Leagues Group
The Settlers Tavern
Coastal Air Conditioning
Citicoast Showerscreens and Glass
For more information on sponsorship and hospitality packages, contact info@theentertainmentgrounds.com.au
Early Bird Membership renewals close on 30 June 2026!
Don’t miss your chance to take advantage of Early Bird pricing for the 2026/2027 season at Gosford Race Club! 🏇✨
Early Bird renewals close at 4:00pm on 30 June 2026, so make sure you renew before time runs out and secure your membership for another exciting season of racing, events and exclusive member benefits.
Renew today, contact the office on (02) 4325 0461 or visit, https://www.theentertainmentgrounds.com.au/membership/membership-application-form/
Only 6 months until Christmas! 👀🎄✨
Get into the Christmas spirit at the races and celebrate with the Elves! Whether you’re naughty or nice, there’s a sweet treat waiting for you on course 🍬
Looking for the full experience?
Enjoy a warm festive feast with our hospitality packages and make a day of it in true Christmas style at the races.
To book your package, visit https://www.theentertainmentgrounds.com.au/events/260718/
Celebrate Christmas in July with a premium dining experience in our Members Panorama Lounge 🎄🏇
Enjoy a delicious three-course luncheon with views of the racecourse and a front row seat overlooking the winning post. The perfect way to enjoy a festive raceday with friends, family or colleagues.
$102 PER PERSON (MEMBER)
$122 PER PERSON (NON-MEMBER)
Your package includes:
• Racecourse entry and a racebook
• Reserved table in the Panorama Lounge
• Chef’s canapé on arrival
• Three-course luncheon
Secure your table and enjoy Christmas in July at the races! ✨
Visit the link in our bio!
🏇 Become a Corporate Member at Gosford Race Club
Put your business in front of thousands of racegoers while enjoying exclusive member benefits all year round.
For just $900 per year (valued at over $6,500), Corporate Membership includes:
✔ Business promotion across race club channels and website
✔ Member and guest access to all race days
✔ Discounted venue hire for functions and events
✔ Tickets to major race day events, including The Coast Race Day
✔ Complimentary race day passes for staff and clients
✔ Invitations to exclusive member events
✔ Dedicated social media promotion for your business
A great opportunity to connect with the local community, entertain clients, and increase your business visibility.
Contact us today to learn more about Corporate Membership at info@theentertainmentgrounds.com.au or visit our website
https://www.theentertainmentgrounds.com.au/membership/corporate-membership/
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The Coast Club at Gosford Race Club is where business meets entertainment on the Central Coast 🏇🏆
Coast Club membership opportunities are now open for the 2026/2027 season, including the chance to win naming rights to a race on the Central Coast’s biggest race day, Coast Race Day.
Looking to grow your brand, entertain clients and connect with like-minded businesses? The Coast Club offers exclusive race day experiences, premium hospitality and high-value brand exposure throughout the racing season at @theentertainmentgrounds.
As a Coast Club member, you’ll enjoy race sponsorship, premium hospitality for 10 guests, networking events, on-course and digital signage and national exposure through SKY and the Thoroughbred Channel.
To secure your membership, contact info@theentertainmentgrounds.com.au
For more information, visit https://www.theentertainmentgrounds.com.au/membership/corporate-membership/
We`re Hiring | Bar & Operations Manager
The Entertainment Grounds is seeking a passionate and experienced Bar & Operations Manager to join our team in West Gosford.
This is a dynamic, hands-on role overseeing race days, major events, functions, conferences, live entertainment, bar operations and venue management across one of the Central Coast`s leading entertainment destinations.
If you`re a strong leader with experience in hospitality operations, events, WHS, and team management, we`d love to hear from you.
To apply, https://au.seek.com/job/92876362?tracking=SHR-WEB-SharedJob-anz-1
Book your Premium Dining Packages for Family of League Race Day for Thursday, 10 July!
Member Dining Package – $92 per person
– Racecourse entry and racebook
– Chef`s canapé
– Three-course Luncheon
Lakeview All Inclusive Package with Family Of League $170 per person:
– Racecourse entry and racebook
– Three-course banquet, plus afternoon tea
– 5-hour standard beverage package
Lakeview All Inclusive Package with Family of League $170 per person:
To book your package, visit https://bit.ly/familyofleague26
EARLY BIRD TICKETS ARE SOLD OUT FOR BREW-B-Q 2026! 🔥
Missed out? Don’t worry — Second Release Tickets are on sale now, but they won’t last long!
Join us at BREW-B-Q 2026 for a huge day of BBQ, Australia`s best pitmasters, boutique beers, bucking broncos, market stalls, exclusive merch, competitions, live entertainment and so much more.
Get your tickets before the next release sells out!
www.theentertainmentgrounds.com.au/events/brewbq26/
Know other Gosford Race Club Members? Make a day out of it together and use your exclusive BOGOF offer this July at Gosford Race Club! 🏇🥂
Gather your friends, colleagues or fellow racing enthusiasts and enjoy a premium raceday experience in the prestigious Panorama Lounge. With sweeping views of the racecourse and a front row seat overlooking the winning post, it’s the perfect setting to relax, dine and enjoy all the excitement of live racing.
For just $92 per person for Members or $112 per person for Non-Members, enjoy a delicious three-course luncheon and premium raceday hospitality in one of the best locations on course.
Your experience includes:
• Racecourse entry and Racebook
• Reserved table in the Members Panorama Lounge
• Chef’s canapé on arrival
• Three-course luncheon
Use your Buy One Get One Free offer go to waste, invite another Member along and enjoy an unforgettable day at the races this July!
To book your BOGOF package, contact the office on 02 4325 0461
or visit, https://bit.ly/familyofleague26
Big, warm Christmas sweaters 🎅✨
Have you got one that you only bring out in December, dust it off for Christmas in July Race Day on 18 July at Gosford Race Club!
Show off your style, and you could take home a prize! Winners announced at 4:00pm ahead of the last race on 18 July 2026 by our Christmas Elves.
For tickets, visit the link in our bio!
GOSFORD TRAINERS PREMIERSHIP UPDATE – 19 JUNE 2026
A shout out to two of our Gosford trainers who had fantastic results recently!
Racing on our home turf at Gosford on 18 June 2026, Kylie Gavenlock celebrated a great win with Murphilly taking out 1st place in the Christmas In July @ GRC F&M Benchmark 64 Handicap.
Gregory McFarlane also had an impressive result in the same race, with Sweet Bubbles finishing in 3rd place.
Gregory continued his strong form on 13 June 2026, with Alabama Hammer securing 1st place in the Phillip Rieck – Member Appreciation Maiden Handicap at Newcastle.
Congratulations to both trainers and their teams on these fantastic achievements!
On the Gosford Trainers Premiership leaderboard, Jake Hull currently leads the standings with 16 wins, while Adam Duggan sits close behind on 14 wins and Gregory McFarlane on 12 wins.
https://www.theentertainmentgrounds.com.au/gosford-trainers-premiership/
Best of luck to all our trainers in the coming days.
🎸🍻 LEMON JOE BAND LIVE AT BREW-B-Q | 7 November 2026
Since forming in 2018, Lemon Joe have built a reputation as one of NSW’s favourite live acts, bringing big energy, crowd interaction and all the tunes to keep the party going.
Join us at BREW-B-Q for a day of food, cold drinks and and live music. Gather your crew and don’t miss it! 🎶🔥
EARLY BIRD IS SOLD OUT!
Tickets:
www.theentertainmentgrounds.com.au/events/brewbq26/
RACE 5: SUPER 4YO&UP MAIDEN HANDICAP 1200M
SPONSOR: SARATOGA & DISTRICT PROBUS INC.
WINNER: FRANKELY SUBLIME
JOCKEY: KERRIN MCEVOY
TRAINER: KRIS LEES
RACE 6: BM64 HANDICAP 1600M
SPONSOR: 26/27 MEMBERSHIP NOW OPEN
WINNER: MENTHON
JOCKEY: TOMMY BERRY
TRAINER: CHRIS WALLER
RACE 7: F&M BM64 HANDICAP 1600M
SPONSOR: CHRISTMAS IN JULY @ GRC SAT 18 JULY 2026
WINNER: MURPHILLY
JOCKEY: GRANT BUCKLEY
TRAINER: KYLIE GAVENLOCK
RACE 8: BM64 HANDICAP 1200M
SPONSOR: TRADIES RACE DAY @ GRC FRI 28 AUGUST 2026
WINNER: LAST DRUID
JOCKEY: ALYSHA COLLETT
TRAINER: TRACEY BARTLEY
RACE 1: 2YO MAIDEN PLATE 1100M
SPONSOR: KINCUMBER BROADWATER WALKING GROUP
WINNER: COSMO GIRL
JOCKEY: TOMMY BERRY
TRAINER: CHRIS WALLER
RACE 2: MIDWAY CLASS 1 HANDICAP 1000M
SPONSOR: AVOCA BEACH PROBUS CLUB INC.
WINNER: VINGT NEUF NOIR
JOCKEY: CHAD SCHOFIELD
TRAINER: JOHN THOMPSON
RACE 3: 3YO MAIDEN HANDICAP 1200M
SPONSOR: FORRESTERS BEACH RETIREMENT VILLAGE SOCIAL GROUP
WINNER: MIND YA BIZZ
JOCKEY: TOMMY BERRY
TRAINER: BRAD WIDDUP
RACE 4: PROVINCIAL MAIDEN PLATE 1600M
SPONSOR: DENNIS BOURNES MEMORIAL
WINNER: SATONO JASMINE (NZ)
JOCKEY: BRAD WIDDUP
TRAINER: CHAD SCHOFIELD