The Ipswich Cup FAQ's

Below are the answers to our most commonly asked questions.

Transport

Parking

Members, VIPs and Racing Queensland Licensees have access to the main carpark. Please note the car park will be closed for entry or exit from 4pm - 6pm.
Public parking is unavailable at the ITC. 
Persons with disabilities are able to access the car park at the ITC. Persons with disabilities can also be dropped off near the front gate.

Road Closures

TL Cooney Ave is only accessible by public transport and emergency services.

Queensland Rail

Bundamba station is being upgraded to make it more accessible for everyone in the community. You can plan your travel by downloading the MyTranslink app, visiting  translink.com.au or by calling 13 12 30.

Entry

Gates
Open at 10am.
You do not need to print your ticket for entry.
You can check in from your phone. Check your ticket for your specific Gate entry.
Gate Numbers
Gate 1 - 1666 Precinct
Gate 2 - Owners & Members
Gate 3 - VIP, GA, & Corporate Box 
Gate 4 - The Ranch, Grange Gardens
Gate 5 - The Terrace | Gate 6 - Sponsors
Gate 6 - Outfield Private Marquees 
Gate 7 - Racecourse Lawn Marquee
Gate 8 - The Home Turn 
Gate 9 - Infield Festival | Gate 10 - Licensees
Marquee/VIP
Packaged services open at 11am.
 Your ticket only allows you to access the specific area you have purchased a ticket into and the General Admission area.
Public & members services
Start at 10am. Reciprocal membership is unavailable for the Ipswich Cup. NO CASH SALES available at BARS or FOOD OUTLETS. This excludes member's and owner's areas. Click here for the Public Bar Beverage List. Dress code - click here
Remember!
Check your ticket for the correct gate number. 
Last gate closes
at 8pm.

Fashions on the Field

The River 94.9FM Fashions on the Fields stage is located at the courtyard just inside the main gates. Please note you require a ticket for the 2024 TAB Ipswich Cup to access the Fashions on the Field event. It is strictly an 18+ event. It is not recommended that you participate in the Fashions on the Field event if you have an Infield ticket due to the time it will take to get to the stage. All other tickets provide access to the stage but it is recommended you make your way here on arrival after checking through your appropriate ticketed area. You must enter through the gate that corresponds with your purchased ticket.

Competition

Heats will commence at approximately 12:00pm. Finals will be run immediately following the conclusion of the heats. Entry is available - click here.

Ipswich Cup Infield Festival

Entry is only available via Gate 9 from 10:00am and operational when races allow. DJ festival will commence at 11am. Only those with a Infield Festival ticket or a Private Infield Marquee ticket have access to the DJ festival.

After Party

The After Party Band will get you dancing after the last race and will play until 7:30pm in the Forecourt. All tickets provide access to the After Party.

18 Years + Event

The TAB Ipswich Cup is strictly an 18+ Event. Government Issued photo identification will be required at the gate. Accepted types of identification include drivers licence, learners permit, valid passport, adult proof of age card (Keypass ID) and foreign drivers licence (must include photo and date of birth). Final approval will be at the discretion of  Security on the day. In the best interest of all parties, we are unable to welcome children or anyone under the age of 18 years of any patron including owners and trainers to the meeting. To avoid disappointment please make arrangements prior to attending.

Dress Code

Public areas - Smart casual. Appropriate shoes must be worn at all times. No thongs permitted.

Member’s Lounge – Closed in shoes and collared shirt for men. Neat dress in keeping with contemporary standards for ladies. No midriffs. Dress jeans or dress shorts without rips are acceptable.

The ITC management reserves the right to exercise discretion in respect to dress regulations.

Licensees / Owners

Only Racing Queensland licensees can access the grounds via the horse gate or jockeys may enter through gate 10.

The Owners Precinct will be located in the Eye Liner Lounge for this year's TAB Ipswich Cup. Trainers and owners can catch up pre and post race in this area and have access to the grandstand to watch the action. This is an over 18 event. Entry via Gate 2.

The ITC endeavours to accommodate all requests, but space restrictions mean the event is restricted to a maximum of 10 owners per horse. You must be listed as an owner in the race book. Syndicators should email their list of 10 names to racing@ipswichturfclub.com.au no later than two days prior to race day.

PASSES: Syndicates should email their list of 10 names to racing@ipswichturfclub.com.au prior to race day.

Tickets

TICKET CHANGES - Ensure you make the correct ticket purchase as we are unable to make changes or cancel. You are able to change names on the ticket via the email you received on purchase - click here (external site) for instructions. Names will not be checked at the gate although it is highly recommended your ticket includes your name as it will assist in solving any potential gate issues.  

GATES - Please refer to your ticket for Gate entry. You are unable to enter through an alternative gate. No pass outs available for ticket holders.

RECIPROCAL MEMBERSHIP - Unfortunately we are unable to offer reciprocal membership at feature meetings including the Ipswich Cup. 

Map

Site Map - click here

The map is not to scale.

Other Questions 

CHAIRS & ESKIES - NO eskies or chairs brought on site are permitted.

CLOAK ROOM - There is a cloak room available at the outfield area only.

Can't find an answer?

If you can't find an answer, please don't hesitate to contact us.