Nelson Harness Races at Richmond Park

  • FEEBIE AWARDS for best hospitality and best local food and wine - nelson harness racesThe Nelson Harness Racing Club is committed to growing and improving events that provide return to the racing community, opportunities for local organisations and businesses and a fun safe environment to the general public.
  • Nelson Harness Racing Club hold two annual race meets per year, one in January and one in June.
  • The two day event generally attracts over 5,000 people during the summer race meet and over 2,000 during the winter race meet.
  • The event offers a variety of additional entertainment for both young and old.
  • These race meets have become important dates on the Nelson Tasman region’s event calendar.

Find out more about Harness Racing in New Zealand here.