Eagle Farm

Eagle Farm Racecourse – Brisbane’s Premier Racing Venue

Eagle Farm Racecourse is Brisbane’s most prestigious racing venue and home to the Queensland winter racing carnival. Located just 7km from the CBD, it hosts the famous Stradbroke Handicap and other major Group 1 races during the winter months.

Queensland Winter Carnival

The Queensland winter carnival is one of Australia’s most popular racing circuits, attracting horses from all over the country to escape the southern winter. The highlight is the Stradbroke Handicap in June.

Stradbroke Handicap Day

• Stradbroke Handicap – $3 million Group 1 handicap (1400m)
• JJ Atkins – $1 million Group 1 for 2-year-olds (1600m)
• Queensland Derby – $1 million Group 1 for 3-year-olds (2400m)
• Queensland Oaks – $1 million Group 1 for 3yo fillies (2400m)
• Tattersall’s Tiara – $700,000 Group 1 for fillies & mares (1400m)

Doomben 10,000 Day (Historical Note)

While the Doomben 10,000 is held at Doomben Racecourse, many horses contest both venues during the carnival. The 10,000 is one of Queensland’s most prestigious sprints.

Other Feature Races at Eagle Farm

Winter Carnival

• BRC Sprint – $1 million Group 1 (1350m)
• Kingsford-Smith Cup – $700,000 Group 1 (1300m)
• Queensland Guineas – $500,000 Group 2 for 3-year-olds (1600m)
• Grand Prix Stakes – $400,000 Group 3 (2200m)

Spring/Summer

• Channel 7 Queensland Cup – $300,000 Listed (3200m)
• BRC Open – $250,000 Listed (1300m)
• Bright Shadow – $200,000 Listed (1400m)

Track Information

Location: Racecourse Road, Ascot, Queensland
Distance from CBD: 7km north-east of Brisbane
Track Type: Turf (right-handed)
Circumference: 2087m
Home Straight: 435m

Track Characteristics

Eagle Farm is a spacious, galloping track with a good-length straight. The surface generally plays fairly, allowing all types of horses to win. The track can get heavy during the wet season (summer), but winter racing typically sees good to soft ground.

The relatively wide turns and long straight suit horses with a strong finishing burst. Unlike some tighter tracks, Eagle Farm gives horses that are trapped wide a chance to still run on and be competitive.

Barriers

Barriers at Eagle Farm are generally fair. Inside barriers (1-6) are preferred in sprints (1000-1300m), but over longer distances the draw becomes less critical due to the long straight and wide turns.

Getting to Eagle Farm

By Train: Ascot Station on the Doomben Line is a 10-minute walk from the racecourse. The train runs regularly on race days.

By Bus: Routes 300, 302, 305 stop near the racecourse on Racecourse Road.

By Car: Parking is available on-course with multiple entry points. The venue is easily accessible from the Airport Link Tunnel.

General Admission: Available on the day, with various hospitality packages for Stradbroke Day and other feature meetings.

Eagle Farm History

Eagle Farm Racecourse is Australia’s oldest racecourse, with racing dating back to 1865. The track has been the home of Queensland racing for over 150 years and has hosted countless champions.

The racecourse underwent major upgrades in 2015-2016, with the installation of a new irrigation system and track improvements. The venue now hosts over 30 race meetings annually.

Famous Eagle Farm winners include numerous Stradbroke Handicap champions, Queensland Derby winners, and champions like Rough Habit, Dane Ripper, and All Too Hard.

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Last updated: March 2026. Gamble responsibly. 18+ only.