The Hong Kong Jockey Club’s Pre-season Carnival (photo 1), an eagerly-awaited annual event for the whole family, returns at Sha Tin Racecourse this year and will take place on Sunday, 3 September. This year’s event promises to be bigger and better than ever, with a wide variety of spectacular activities, programmes and performances. Tickets will go on sale from 9am on Friday, 11 August on the HKJC website.
The Carnival will feature five fun game and activity zones for participants to join.
| Live Singing Performance | Dazzling performances by singers of “Star Academy” and local music talents |
| Pony Arena | Photo taking with Shetland ponies (photo 2), enjoy riding^ opportunities, and relish the experience of getting up close to horses |
| Arts and Crafts Workshops | Unleash your artistic talent through DIY workshops, and share the beautiful artwork with family and friends |
| Backstage Challenge | Experience the physical challenges of being a jockey through on-site electronic games and get a feel of the magic, excitement and sportsmanship of horse racing |
| Fun Zone | A variety of trackside entertainment, games and performances that are guaranteed to provide lots of fun |
Ticket Combos will go on sale from 9am on Friday, 11 August on the HKJC website www.hkjc.com/r/DZdsW, while stocks last. Each Ticket Combo* costs HK$98, including an admission ticket and five game coupons.
Free shuttle bus between Sha Tin MTR Station (next to LCSD Headquarters) and Sha Tin Racecourse will be available between 12:30pm and 6:30pm at 15-minute intervals on 3 September. Please present the ticket confirmation SMS to board the bus. Alternatively, carnival-goers can take the MTR to Fo Tan station (Exit C), from where it is about an eight-minute walk to Sha Tin Racecourse.
For event details, please refer to the terms and conditions on the event website www.hkjc.com/r/DZdsW . For further information, please call HKJC’s Customer Hotline 1817.
^ Online registration is required by citing the ticket reservation number between 12 August and 19 August to enter the draw for pony riding sessions.
* Same charge for both adults and children. No admission charge for children aged three and below. No ticket will be available for purchase on-site.
