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Things to do

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11:00AM

Don’t Miss the Year of the Horse Variety Show

Parade Ring - Sha Tin Racecourse

The Year of the Horse Raceday will feature a dazzling festive showcase with two groups of popular guest singers taking turns to perform, joining you in wishing for horse-year prosperity. You can also enjoy vibrant lion dances, with the jockeys making special appearances to extend their New Year blessings. Be there in person to fully immerse yourself in the festive joy and carry home abundant horse-year luck!

Special crowd safety arrangements will be implemented at Sha Tin Racecourse. Please follow the instructions from staff on site. For details, please click here.

During Races

Experience Digital Lots-Drawing for Horse-Year Good Fortune

Underneath Mezza One — Sha Tin

A must-try onsite activity! Register underneath Mezza One, where you can participate in electronic fortune drawing to receive your New Year’s auspicious message and instantly create a personalised Fai Chun. Take it home to commemorate the occasion and immerse yourself in the festive spirit of the New Year, welcoming success in the Year of the Horse!

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Year of the Horse Themed Photo Hotspots

Public Entrance and forecourt - Sha Tin Racecourse

Sha Tin Racecourse will transform into a photo paradise on the big day, with two striking four-metre high horse sculptures with dynamic pose of running side by side, complemented by windmill arrays, festive peach blossoms, and New Year themed installations and decorations. The God of Fortune will roam the hotspots – don’t miss snapping a photo to soak up horse-year prosperity and take the luck home!

Year of the Horse Special Delicacies

Public Betting Hall Kiosk 2 – Sha Tin Racecourse

Add some equine luck to your meal on the Year of the Horse Raceday! Visit to savour limited-edition dishes inspired by the occasion, symbolising instant success and galloping fortune. Enjoy these special bites and mains trackside for full flavour and full luck!

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Must-Visit Photo Hotspots

Champions Connection – Sha Tin Racecourse

Discover a whole new experience offered at Champions Connection, where engaging photo opportunities and interactive experiences await.

This new hotspot welcomes you with immersive digital screens showcasing the beauty of thoroughbred horses living in their natural habitat, creating a captivating visual and sensory experience. Come and enjoy a variety of themed kiosks featuring authentic Hong Kong delicacies and beverages, along with hands-on DIY craft workshops. You can also pick up your favourite exclusive merchandise in our retail pop-ups.

Three Must-Visit Highlights:

  • Interactive Displays of Legendary Horses: Enjoy the fun of interacting with our six legendary horses in their digital stables and discover the fascinating world of horse racing.
  • Mechanical Galloping Horse Sculpture: Admire the shimmering dynamic movements of the mechanical horse sculpture and capture stunning moments with your camera!
  • Robotic Horse: This lifelike robotic horse greets you with its elegant and realistic movements. Get up close and appreciate its unique charm.

3:00PM

Must-See Highlight – Year of the Horse Cup

The sporting centrepiece of the raceday, the Year of the Horse Cup, is sure to thrill! Top horses will be on parade at Sha Tin to vie for the first big honour of the horse year, displaying their finest galloping prowess. Be there in person to share the excitement of their success and launch your horse-year fortune in style!

Free Shuttle Bus to Sha Tin Racecourse

Start your horse-year luck with a time-honoured tradition! On the third day of Lunar New Year, visit Che Kung Temple, Wong Tai Sin Temple or Lam Tsuen to pray for blessings, then hop on the free shuttle bus for a direct ride to Sha Tin Racecourse. You can arrive effortlessly and celebrate some abundant horse-year fortune!

  • Free Shuttle Bus Service Time: To be announced soon
  • Pick-up Locations: Che Kung Temple , Wong Tai Sin Station, Lam Tsuen

Seating is limited and available on a first-come, first-served basis. Please pay attention to the instructions from staff on site. Shuttle bus actual departure times may change due to road traffic conditions, and no further notice will be provided.

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The start time of the event is provisional. The race card, fixtures and activity arrangements may be cancelled or changed from time to time, and are subject to final announcement of The Hong Kong Jockey Club.

Activities and offers are subject to relevant terms and conditions. The Hong Kong Jockey Club may cancel, suspend or modify any content of the event (including but not limited to venue, date or time, performances or other activities, entry requirements, gifts, discounts or other offerings) or amend the relevant terms and conditions, at any time without notice, and without liability for refund, compensation or otherwise. All information and pictures are for reference only and do not constitute any advice.

Betting account and betting-related services are intended to be provided and used in Hong Kong only, and are subject to the laws of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region in all respects. Any person who is outside Hong Kong when using betting account and betting-related services is solely responsible for ascertaining and complying with all applicable laws and regulations.