Your Way To Happy Valley Racecourse

A vibrant mid-week nightlife destination in Hong Kong, located at one of the world's most iconic racecourses.

Joining Happy Wednesday

Admission & Hours

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Wong Nai Chung Road, Happy Valley, Hong Kong Island circle-arrow

General Admission

  • To enter the Public Enclosure, simply use your Octopus card to pay the HK$10 admission fee at racecourse entrance G to get into the public area which includes the Grandstand, betting hall and numerous restaurants.
  • To enter the special betting zone within the Public Enclosure, an additional admission fee applies.
  • No person under 18 is allowed to bet or enter premises where bets are accepted.
  • Tourist aged 18 or above and hold a valid travel document or passport for entry to Hong Kong can enjoy free entry to public enclosure.

Opening Hours

  • Horse racing runs from September to July, usually on Wednesday nights (*May subject to change on special race days, refer to racing calendar). 
  • Opening Time: 2 hours prior to the first race until the end of the last race. If there are more than 8 races during the night, the opening time will bring forward accordingly. The first race starts at 6:40* PM or 7:10*PM, depends of the number of races arranged that night. The last race finishes at around 11:00PM*
  • The suggested last entry time is 9:30PM to ensure that aside from the horse racing, you can enjoy other entertainment performances in the venue.
  • The racecourse is open on all public holidays unless otherwise announced.
  • Please stay tuned to the announcements on the HKJC website and social media platform for updates during inclement weather conditions.
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Tourist Offers

Privileges for Our Visitors

  • Tourist aged 18 or above and hold a valid travel document or passport for entry to Hong Kong can enjoy free entry to public enclosure.
  • Tourists may purchase “Happy Valley Racecourse Exclusive Package For Tourists” that includes two food and beverage vouchers worth HK$50 each and a beer coupon at Beer Garden, a racecourse tour by a Tourist Ambassador, racing edutainment and a designated mini horse plush as gifts. Click here for more details.
  • Tourists may purchase a Tourist Badge to enjoy a pleasant tour at the racecourse with an up-close view with access to the Members Betting Hall, the Priority Betting Hall and trackside areas. Click here for more details.
  • To be eligible for a Tourist Badge, you must be aged 18 or above and hold a valid travel document or passport for entry to Hong Kong, and the travel document must be presented when purchasing a Tourist Badge.
  • Please note that singlets (including sleeveless T-shirts), sports shorts, slippers, flip-flops and plastic footwear are not acceptable attire for the Members’ Enclosure.

Getting Here

Location & Transportation

Information for reference only. Please check with operators for the latest service available.

MTR

Causeway Bay Station on MTR Island Line (Blue Line), Exit A

Best walking route to Happy Valley Racecourse circle-arrow

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Explore the Racecourse

Racecourse Navigation

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Happy Valley Racecourse circle-arrow
Find your way! Our Racecourse indoor navigation has been launched in Classic 3-in-1 app and iOS web. Dive in and explore the racecourses with ease using our cutting-edge digital wayfinding solution.
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  • No person under 18 is allowed to bet or enter premises where bets are accepted.
  • Betting with illegal or overseas bookmakers is against the law and offenders may be liable to imprisonment.
  • Don't gamble your life away. Call Ping Wo Fund hotline 1834 633 if you need help or counselling.
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