Bathurst Carnival of Cups

Admission:
General admission is free

On Course Activities:
Join us at Bathurst Harness Racing Club on Friday, December 11, 2026, for a spectacular night where elite harness racing meets live music, entertainment and trackside excitement.
Best of all, general admission is FREE — all you need to do is secure your ticket!
Experience the thrill of the races as we welcome one of the region’s favourite sons Shannon Noll back to the Carnival of Cups stage supported by The Wolfe Brothers, the reigning Australian Country Music Awards Golden Guitar Band of the Year and Max Jackson, the reigning Golden Guitar Female Artist of the Year.
The line-up will also feature fellow Australian Idol alumnus Harry Carman, together with Cowra trio Plus One, who were unearthed by Harness Racing New South Wales during Season 1 of the Carnival of Cups.
And, of course, there’s plenty of racing action to enjoy, including the second running of the $100,000 Gold Rush Cup and the $75,000 TAB Regional Championships Western Final.

The Carnival Crib
Want to take your Carnival of Cups experience up a notch?
The Carnival Crib is the ultimate trackside hospitality experience.
Enjoy an exclusive, fully catered and reserved zone, with cocktail food and beverages served throughout the night, all while soaking up a premium view of the live music action.
With limited spots available, this is your chance to enjoy the Carnival of Cups in style.
Carnival Crib tickets are $150 per person, plus booking fees.
Secure your FREE general admission ticket or elevate your night with The Carnival Crib — and get ready for a Carnival of Cups to remember!