Hong Kong’s signature Lucky Start 2026 Raceday will be staged at Sha Tin Racecourse on Thursday (1 January). A full day of thrilling races, rewarding surprises, and racecourse entertainment awaits residents and tourists. HK$128 million is on offer to celebrate the New Year, while the Lucky Start Raceday features a grand jackpot worth a total of HK$28 million. Be where new blessings begin!

HK$128 million mega prizes welcome 2026
To mark the New Year, a mega jackpot worth a total of HK$128 million will be up for grabs on 1 and 3 January 2026. A jackpot of HK$10 million has been accumulated for Lucky Start 2026 Raceday’s Triple Trio and the dividend for a single HK$10 winning unit could reach an estimated HK$20 million.

Topped up from the Operator Reserve, a jackpot of HK$1 million will be offered for the first Double Trio pool, and the dividend for a single HK$10 winning unit could reach an estimated HK$6 million.

The Quartet & First 4 Merged Pool will be topped up from the Jackpot Reserve with jackpots totaling HK$2 million, which will be allocated to the G3 race – Chinese Club Challenge Cup (Handicap) (Race 8) and Race 11, with each race carrying a jackpot of HK$500,000 and HK$1.5 million respectively.

While the Mark Six New Year Snowball, with the First Dividend Prize Fund reaching an estimated HK$100 million, will be held on 3 January, 2026. Tickets are available across all betting channels.

An array of entertainment on offer at Sha Tin
Admission to Sha Tin and Happy Valley Racecourses commences at 10.30am with the first race at Sha Tin scheduled for 12.30pm. All Sha Tin and Happy Valley entrants will receive a designated Lucky Start tote bag * before 3.30pm or while stocks last. The 11-race event is headlined by the HK$4.2 million G3 Chinese Club Challenge Cup Handicap (1400m), scheduled as Race 8 at 4.05pm.

Take part in the Luck Catcher Quiz Challenge held underneath Mezza One at Sha Tin for a chance to win a designated Champion Horse Pen (limited to 500 pieces), while stocks last. #

Participate in the “Sha Tin Racecourse Delights” quiz for a chance to win a “Ka Ying Rising” Horseshoe Commemorative Artwork. Open the “Classic 3-in-1” app, log in to your account and access the game. The first 12 participants to submit the correct answer by 4.15pm in accordance with the terms and conditions receive a designated “Ka Ying Rising” Horseshoe Commemorative Artwork, while the following 500 participants will receive a designated “Racing Buddies” keychain. ^

DJ Sarah Watts is to create a chill vibe with her live performances during race intervals from 12 noon at Roof Deck @ 2M, located at Grandstand II.

There is a range of “Lucky Start 2026” themed merchandise and a designated bundle set available at Gift at Races outlets. For details, please refer to the Gift at Races website. From 1 to 31 January, 2026, purchase any designated “Lucky Start” themed merchandise at their original price and receive a free designated pin at Gift at Races stores and the eShop. +

Champions Connection and Hong Kong’s first-ever iconic four-story racing landmark Genso, both newly-launched venues at Grandstand II in Sha Tin, offer visitors an immersive digital experience and culinary delights. At Champions Connection, visitors can enjoy breathtaking digital displays showcasing the beauty of horses, as well admire a Mechanical Galloping Horse Sculpture.

Genso is a venue where a spectrum of culinary and entertainment choices are available. Fudo Town on 3/F and the Izakaya restaurant on 4/F are the dining spots, with the former offering five food stations. On 3M/F, visitors may enjoy special AI-engineered photo opportunities. On 4M/F, challenges and discoveries await in the “Maze Race”, an engaging, interactive journey where customers can learn about the history of horse racing.

Racecourse entrants and those who bet must be aged 18 or above. Don’t gamble your life away. Please refer to promotional materials, terms and conditions for details. Details of activities and offers may change from time to time without notice or compensation. The decision of HKJC shall be final. Photos are for reference only. For enquiries, please call HKJC’s Customer Hotline 1817 or visit the event theme site. Information is for reference only and does not constitute any advice.  Subject to the Horse Race Betting Rules and the Lotteries Rules.

* Photos are for reference only and may be different from the actual appearance and colour.

# Terms and Conditions apply. The designated Champion Horse Pen comes in different styles which will be distributed randomly and are limited to 500 pieces. No request for change will be entertained. For details please refer to onsite notice.

^ Terms and conditions apply. Further details are available on the “Sha Tin Racecourse Delights” campaign site .

+ Products and gifts are available while stocks last.