A sea of festive marquees fan out in front of you as glamorously dressed partygoers mingle in the Southland sun.

Welcome to Christmas at the Races.

It’s Invercargill’s big day out as an excited buzz fills the air at the picturesque Ascot Park Racecourse venue.

Elegantly attired racegoers make their way around the park-like grounds - while others unleash their individuality.

Christmas at the Races is a destination event with people from all around New Zealand flocking south to see what the fuss is all about.

Next event date: 13 December 2025

Location: Invercargill

Keen to learn more: southlandracing.co.nz

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