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.
Indulge in our Chef Daniel Pop-Up Italian Long Lunch at Coast Race Day ✨
Saturday 9 May 2026. Secure your seat via the link in our bio.
Tickets Are Now On Sale!
Coast Race Day, Saturday 9 May 2026 – upgrade your race day experience with an unforgettable Pop-Up Italian Long Lunch hosted by @chefdanieloz of @atbakerstgosford Restaurant & Bar and @fork_n_knife Catering, sponsored by @debortoliwines.
Indulge in a culinary journey featuring:
– De Bortoli Limoncello Spritz on arrival
– Woodfired flatbreads cooked live, and grazing station
– Live cooking demonstration by Chef Daniel
– Two-course shared menu with a wine tasting experience from De Bortoli Family Wines
– Roaming desserts, including Chef Daniel’s signature wheelbarrow tiramisu
Exclusive perks:
– Front-lawn reserved seating with panoramic racetrack views
– Access to private bar & racecourse entry
– A vibrant, immersive Italian dining experience
Pricing: $199 per person – tickets are limited and selling fast!
Secure your seat today. Book now via the link in our bio.
ANZAC Day Race Sponsorship Package 🏇
Enhance your race day experience and showcase your brand on Saturday 25 April 2026 with our all-inclusive Race Sponsorship Package.
Entertain clients, staff, or guests in style while enjoying premium hospitality and exclusive race day exposure.
Package includes:
Hospitality (10 guests):
• Racecourse entry
• Three-course luncheon
• Reserved table in the Lakeview Room
• Racebook
Race Sponsorship:
• Naming rights to a race
• Company logo displayed on the winning post & big screen
• On-course signage & venue-wide advertising
• Race book, website & media recognition
• Exposure across Channel 7, SKY Channel & Thoroughbred Channel
• Trophy presentation in the Parade Ring
• Professional presentation photo
• Celebratory drink with winning owners & connections
Package Price:
• $1,890 for 10 guests
A unique opportunity to combine premium hospitality with powerful brand exposure on one of the most significant race days of the year.
Secure yours now via the link in our bio.
#AnzacDayRaces #RaceSponsorship #CorporateHospitality #TheEntertainmentGrounds #CentralCoastEvents #RaceDay2026
We’re racing next Thursday, 9 April 2026 for Gosford Race Day 🏇
Gosford Race Club Members – have you taken advantage of your BUY ONE GET ONE FREE dining offer in the Panorama Lounge yet?
Purchase one Members dining package for $90 and receive the second FREE – the perfect way to enjoy a day at the races!
Book your two-for-one offer today, contact us on 02 4325 0461 or info@theentertainmentgrounds.com.au.
Race day info and to book your hospitality package visit the link in our bio.
Upcoming Seniors Day Packages✨
Have the chance to dress up, enjoy delicious hospitality and a fabulous day out at the Gosford Races!
For just $55 per ticket, guests will be treated to a delicious two-course meal along with tea and coffee in our Lakeview Room offering premium views of live racing.
Don`t miss out on our upcoming Seniors Race Days:
– Thursday, 9 April 2026
– Thursday 28 May, 2026
– Thursday 11 June, 2026
– Thursday 18 June 2026
To secure your tickets, contact info@theentertainmentgrounds.com.au, call us on 02 4325 0461, or book now online via the link in our bio.
Members Dining is already SOLD OUT! 🚨
Our Panorama Lounge is now fully booked for ANZAC Day Race Day 2026.
With strong demand across all areas, remaining hospitality packages are filling quickly – don’t miss your chance to be part of the day.
Book now before it’s too late via the link: https://www.theentertainmentgrounds.com.au/events/anzac-day-race-day260425/
Lakeview Reserved Table – trackside comfort, front-row action 🏇
Secure your own reserved table in the Lakeview Room this ANZAC Race Day, Saturday 25 April 2026, and enjoy panoramic views of the racecourse and winning straight.
With full TAB and bookmaker facilities nearby, you’ll be perfectly positioned to catch every moment of the day in a relaxed, indoor setting — ideal for friends, family, or colleagues.
Includes:
• Racecourse entry
• Reserved table in the Lakeview Room
Pricing:
• $49 per person
📍 The Entertainment Grounds, Gosford
🔗 Book now via the link: https://www.theentertainmentgrounds.com.au/events/anzac-day-race-day260425/
#AnzacDayRaces #LakeviewReserved #RaceDayViews #TracksideExperience #CentralCoastEvents #RaceDay2026
🐰🐣 FREE ENTRY for everyone this Easter!
Join us this Thursday, 2 April 2026 at The Entertainment Grounds for an exciting Easter Race Day.
With special appearances from the Easter Bunny and Easter Fairy, plus live racing, kids’ colouring activities, lawn games and more – it’s set to be a fantastic day out for all ages.
Gates open from 12pm, with the first race at 1:25pm and the last race at 4:55pm.
Gather your crew and enjoy a vibrant day trackside!
Experience ANZAC Race Day from one of the best seats in the house 🏇
Join us on Saturday 25 April 2026 and enjoy a premium race day experience with our Lakeview Mezzanine Package – offering panoramic views of the racecourse and winning straight.
Settle into your reserved table and enjoy a delicious three-course meal in the Lakeview Room, with full TAB and bookmaker facilities nearby so you don’t miss a moment of the action.
Package Includes:
• Racecourse entry & racebook
• Three-course meal
• Reserved table in the Lakeview Room (Mezzanine level)
• Private Sky monitor per table
Pricing:
• $105pp – GRC Members
• $125pp – General Admission
Please note: beverages are not included in this package.
A fantastic way to enjoy a memorable and meaningful ANZAC Day at the races, combining great food, racing, and atmosphere.
Seats are limited – secure your place now via the link in our bio.
#AnzacDayRaces #RaceDayExperience #TheEntertainmentGrounds #CentralCoastEvents #Hospitality #RaceDay2026
UDL TRACKSIDE PARTY 18+ 🎧🍻
Get up close to the action this ANZAC Day Race Day with a spot in our UDL Trackside Party, right in the heart of the excitement.
With prime positioning near the parade ring and winning post, plus live DJ Blake from Elevate DJ`s setting the vibe, this is your go-to for an energetic day trackside.
Includes:
• Racecourse entry
• Reserved table in a trackside area
• Private bar access, stocked with @drinkudl beverages
• Live DJ entertainment
• Access to betting facilities
• Large picnic tables with umbrellas
Pricing: $59 per person
Saturday, 25 April 2026
📍 The Entertainment Grounds, Gosford
Limited spots available – secure yours now via the link in our bio.
FEELING LUCKY?
Step up to the ring this ANZAC Day and experience the thrill of two-up in our betting ring area during the races.
Grab your hospitality package or general admission tickets, and see if luck’s on your side!
Tickets available via the link in our bio.
🧦 Limited Edition Coast Race Day Socks + Coast Race Day Ticket = $45!
Step out in style with our limited edition Coast Race Day socks and secure your ticket to the action on Coast Race Day, 9 May. Plus, your ticket gives you access to the $100,000 Golden Moment, a once-in-a-lifetime chance to win $100k for just attending Coast Race Day!
Don’t miss this exclusive, limited-time offer 🏇💛💰
To purchase, visit, www.theentertainmentgrounds.com.au/events/coast-race-day/
Funding for sports teams are now open for 2026!
We’re proud to support local sport and recreation across the Central Coast 💙
Clubs can apply for up to $2,000 to support things like:
-Equipment & uniforms
-Player registrations
-Training programs
-Facility improvements
If you’re a local club looking to grow, this is your chance. Please email info@theentertainmentgrounds.com.au
Apply now and give your team the support they deserve!
The countdown is ON 🥂
Gosford is ready to toast the Coast on Saturday 9 May, with over $1 MILLION in prize money, elite racing and an atmosphere like no other 🔥
From the $500,000 The Coast to the iconic Gosford Gold Cup, this is the Central Coast’s biggest day on the calendar 🏇
Add in premium hospitality, live entertainment and a post-race party from DJ Aria… and you’ve got a race day you don’t want to miss 🎶
🎟 Secure your spot now via the link in our bio and be part of it: www.racingnsw.com.au/news/latest-racing-news/gosfords-all-set-to-toast-the-coast-sat-9th-may/?main=true
LAKEVIEW ALL-INCLUSIVE 🍾
Enhance your ANZAC Day Race Day experience with our Lakeview All-Inclusive Package, the perfect blend of comfort, views, and race-day atmosphere.
Enjoy a reserved table in the Lakeview Room, complete with panoramic views of the racecourse and winning straight, while you indulge in a delicious grazing experience.
Includes:
• Racecourse entry
• Racebook
• Reserved table in the Lakeview Room
• Grazing station
• 5-hour standard beverage package
$149 per person
Saturday, 25 April 2026
📍 The Entertainment Grounds, Gosford
This package will sell out quickly – book now via the link in our bio.
Are you exploring new career paths? Whether you’re an active job seeker looking to broaden your exposure to opportunities or a parent/ carer considering flexible options, we have resources to help guide your next steps!
For the first year ever, the Central Coast Future Pathways Expo is open to the public!
Join us until 3pm, today, 26 March 2026 at The Entertainment Grounds in Gosford!
ANZAC DAY RACE DAY | Saturday 25 April 2026 🏇
Last year SOLD OUT and 2026 is shaping up to be even bigger.
Join us at The Entertainment Grounds Gosford for one of the Central Coast’s most iconic race days, where live racing meets remembrance, community spirit, and an unforgettable atmosphere.
From the thrill of the track to the region’s largest Two-Up ring, plus live entertainment by @hotpotatoband & @elevatedjsau , kids’ activities including pony rides and face painting @theglassslipperparties, food trucks @els_friedchicken @kerbsidefeast @palmberryacai and premium hospitality experiences, this is a day you don’t want to miss!
🎟️ Tickets are moving fast, don’t wait until it’s too late.
Secure your spot now via the link in our bio.
GOSFORD TRAINERS PREMIERSHIP UPDATE – 25 March 2026
Over the past couple of weeks, our Gosford trainers have delivered some strong results across the region.
Adam Duggan led the way with a second-place finish from Purple Haze in the Maiden HCP at Kembla Grange on 13 March. Gregory McFarlane also secured a runner-up placing on home soil at Gosford, with Capital Dancer in the Provincial BM 68 HCP on 14 March.
Neil Ward recorded a second placing at Gosford with Stratafy in the BM 64 HCP on 14 March.
Jake Hall rounded out a solid period, with Redzero finishing second in the Super Maiden Showcase HCP at Scone on 20 March, and Six Foot Song placing third in the BM 74 HCP at Goulburn on 22 March.
On the Gosford Trainers Premiership leaderboard, Adam Duggan continues to lead the standings with 13 wins.
https://www.theentertainmentgrounds.com.au/gosford-trainers-premiership/
Good luck to all our trainers in the coming days.
THE GOLDEN MOMENT ✨
One moment could change everything…
From 25 March onwards, every race day brings you one step closer to something BIG.
At The Coast Race Day on Saturday 9 May 2026, one lucky patron will have the chance to win $100,000 💰 OR drive away with TWO brand-new cars from Central Coast Motor Group 🚗🚗 (total prize value $108,888).
Here’s how it works:
– Attend one of our eligible race days
– Head to The Golden Moment sign-up booth on course and scan the QR code to enter
– Each event = another entry to win
– Be there on 9 May for the live draw
You could be our Golden Moment winner
We saw huge interest at Rock At The Races 2026 over the weekend, with so many sign-ups already – don’t miss your chance to get involved. Make sure you keep an eye out for The Golden Moment booth at our upcoming eligible events and get in early to secure your entry.
Eligible events:
• Country Music Race Day – 14 March 2026
• Rock At The Races – 21 March 2026
• Anzac Day Race Day – 25 April 2026
• The Coast Race Day – 9 May
The more events you attend, the more chances you have to win.
Don’t miss out – purchase your tickets to upcoming race days via the link in our bio and get yourself in the draw.
Will you have The Golden Moment? ✨
T&Cs apply.