Plan the Ultimate Bundaberg Rum Country Music Raceday
Put your boots on and have your hats ready, Bundaberg Rum Country Music Raceday returns Saturday 15 August 2026 and it’s shaping to be one of Brisbane’s biggest country music events of the year.
Whether you’re chasing the thrill of live thoroughbred racing, a good ol’ line dance, or just a great day out with friends, here is everything you need to plan the ultimate day at the races.
Dress Code
Don your best pair of jeans, boots and biggest hat, the dress code on Bundaberg Rum Country Music Raceday embraces everything country, fashion included! Just leave the shorts and thongs at home, racedays are still a chance to get dressed up, after all.
Gates and Getting Started
Members can beat the crowd and get in early with Members Gates opening at 10am. Gates open to the public at 10:30am, for racegoers with hospitality packages, your functions open at 11:30am.
Find your vantage point and settle in for an action-packed day of racing, entertainment, and country music!
Raceday Schedule
The action on the track gets underway with Race 1 at 11:43am, continuing right through until the last race at 4:28pm.
Race 1 – 11:43am
Race 2 – 12:18pm
Race 3 – 12:53pm
Race 4 – 1:28pm
Race 5 – 2:07pm
Race 6 – 2:38pm
Race 7 – 3:17pm
Race 8 – 3:53pm
Race 9 – 4:28pm
Enjoy a full day racing with ample time to visit the mounting yard, find a bookie, and soak-up the raceday atmosphere.
Live Music and Entertainment Line Up
Country Music fans are in for an absolute treat with a stacked artist lineup running from morning into the night.
Head to the public lawn for all the day’s entertainment, boasting a mix of rising country talent and a headline performance to finish.
10:30am – Dee Jaye Bux to get the crowd warmed up
1:15pm – Chart-topping Will Day takes to the stage
2:15pm – The Dallas Line Dancers teach you how to line dance
3:30pm – 46th Toyota Star Maker Jarrad Wrigley performs
6:00pm – Max Jackson closes out a stellar day
Things to Do Between Races
Racing and live music isn’t all that’s on offer this Bundaberg Rum Country Music Raceday.
Throughout the day, you can:
· Take on the mechanical bull ride, running from 11am – 4pm
· Browse the market stalls on the Public Lawn, running all day and perfect for grabbing a unique raceday memento
· Learn new moves with the Dallas Line Dancers from 2:15pm – grab a friend and give it a go!
Bundaberg Rum Spin-2-Win
Looking for a bit of competition? Purchase any Bundaberg Rum product from the Container Bar on the Public Lawn to receive a Spin-2-Win token.
You could win exclusive Bundaberg Rum merch, plus, go into the draw for you chance to win a signed Queensland Reds jersey or a $500 Kidman Voucher.
T&Cs apply. See Container Bar staff on the day for details.
The Perfect Pre-Game Destination
Heading to the rugby league on Saturday 15 August? Bundaberg Rum Country Music Raceday is the ultimate pre-game destination for fans on their way to the Broncos vs Warriors game at Suncorp Stadium.
Simply show your Broncos vs Warriors ticket at the gate to score 50% off General Admission tickets.
Buy Tickets to Bundaberg Rum Country Music Raceday
It’s not too late to secure your ticket to one of Brisbane’s biggest country music events of the year!
