Takapoto Estate
Takapoto Classic 2027 23 to 28 February 2027
Proudly supported by APL Window Solutions

Six days of
iconic summer
showjumping.

New Zealand’s top riders and horses, a Trade Village, food and drink across the grounds, and hospitality that runs from a Farm to Table gastronomic dinner to a Grand Prix long lunch.

A horse and rider clearing a fence beside blossom trees at the Takapoto Classic

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Hospitality add-ons and weekend General Admission. Presale pricing on selected events until 15 January.

Farm to Table Dining Experience, dinner from the estate
Thursday 25 February · 6.30pm · Gold Marquee

Farm to Table Dining Experience

The Classic's formal dinner. Four courses built from what Takapoto grows and raises, each matched with Takapoto Estate Wines or Foragers Gin, with live music through the evening.

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$230per person
Round tables of eight, $1,840 per table.
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Golden Hour Disco, a 70s-inspired cocktail party Presale on now
Friday 26 February · 7pm to 11pm · The Boatshed

Golden Hour Disco

The Classic's after-dark party with a 70s twist. G.H. Mumm Champagne on arrival, two hours of roaming canapés and a live band playing the best of the 70s and 80s.

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$150per person
Presale until 15 January. $170 from 16 January.
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R18 event
Bubbles and Blooms Derby Lunch, a Derby Day garden party Presale on now
Saturday 27 February · 12pm · Gold Marquee

Bubbles & Blooms Derby Lunch

A garden-party lunch overlooking the APL Window Solutions Grass Arena for the Anne Symes Derby. Champagne on arrival, three summer courses and Saturday General Admission.

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Saturday General Admission included
$150per person
Presale until 15 January. $170 from 16 January. Choose your seats when you book.
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VIP Grand Prix Finals Lunch, a Finals Day long lunch
Sunday 28 February · 12pm · Gold Marquee

VIP Grand Prix Finals Lunch

Finals Day long lunch. Canapés, three courses and G.H. Mumm Champagne for the table, with premium viewing of the Silver Tour and the Grand Prix Gold Tour Final. Choose how you watch: Terrace Tables, Front Row Round Tables, Bar Leaners (whole or single seats) or Watch-and-Graze Couches, shaded or uncovered.

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Sunday General Admission included
From $250per person
Tables and couches are booked as a whole. Single seats at the Bar Leaners.
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General Admission, Saturday 27 and Sunday 28 February 2027
Saturday 27 & Sunday 28 February · From 8am

General Admission

A weekend of top-level showjumping: the Anne Symes Derby on Saturday and the Grand Prix Finals on Sunday, with food trucks, bars and the Trade Village. Bring a picnic blanket or your own chairs for the grass beside the APL Window Solutions Grass Arena. Entry is free Tuesday 23 to Friday 26 February.

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$25per day
Each day sold separately. Children 12 and under free.
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Tuesday 23 to Sunday 28 February 2027

The Schedule

The full six-day programme will be published here.

The Classic builds through the week to Derby Day on Saturday and Grand Prix Finals Day on Sunday. Entry is free from Tuesday to Friday. Weekend General Admission is $25 a day, and children 12 and under come in free.

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Event map

The showjumping precinct at Takapoto Estate, off Finlay Road.

Map of the Takapoto Classic showgrounds: main carpark and truck entrances off Finlay Road, stabling and truck parking, Sand Arena 1 and 2, the APL Window Solutions Grass Arena, warm-up arenas, Trade Village, Gold Marquee, Heineken Beer Garden, Boatshed and Cabana, with Lake Karapiro below
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FAQs

Can I bring my own alcohol?

Under no circumstances can you bring your own alcohol onto our licensed areas. This policy is in place to ensure the safety and well-being of all our patrons and to comply with local laws and regulations.

Can I bring my dog?

Unfortunately, we can't allow you to bring your dog onto the premises. While we love our furry friends, our policy is in place to maintain a safe and comfortable environment for all our guests. Service dogs are an exception to this policy and are welcome to accompany individuals that need assistance with accessibility. We appreciate your understanding and cooperation in helping us create an enjoyable experience for everyone.