Here’s a guide for all those who are thinking of ‘waddling’ over to this year’s Three Rivers Machinery Duck Creek Picnic Races.
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All ages are welcome and encouraged to attend the event, those under 18 must be in the company of a parent or responsible adult who is over the age of 25.
Gates open at 12 midday
First race leaves the barrier at 1.05pm
Men and walk the red carpet for this year’s fashions on the field at 3pm
Arena Bar opens at 5pm, with the racecourse bar closing at 5.30pm
There is a huge food alley available with something for everyone!
$1000 Flight Centre raffle up for grabs, with all proceeds going to Dolly’s Dream
Swag Giveaway thanks to Nyngan Pet and Stockfeeds
Bars will cashless and will be operating on a drink ticket system
The bar will be restricted areas for those under 18
There will be no ATM at the grounds, so come stocked with plenty of cash
There will be a courtesy bus running throughout the day, thanks to Rex Vane, with a gold coin donation.
Jess Holland and 35% performing at 6pm
Shannon Noll takes the stage at 8pm
GETTING THERE
The race day runs on Saturday, July 7 to at the Nyngan Showground.
PARKING & ENTRY
GATE 1 is for those coming to Duck Creek for the day/night only. There is no parking inside the venue other than parking reserved for older persons and disabled parking only. Please use Hoskins Street or the paddock opposite the Racecourse entry for day parking.
GATE 2 is for those camping overnight. Please follow the instructions of the parking attendants and adhere to the camping rules at all times.
Were you track side at last year’s Duck Creek Picnic Races? We’ve been through our archives to dig out last year’s gallery.
In 2018, we want to see your photos as well. Snap your favourite moments and use #duckcreekraces on Instagram or Twitter or share your photos on the Nyngan Observer Facebook page.
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