Ladbrokes Launceston Cup
Wed, February 25 - 11:30 AM
Celebrating the history, the people and the champions
Join us for the 2026 Ladbrokes Launceston Cup — where tradition runs deep and the excitement runs strong. Set for Wednesday, 25 February 2026, the Launceston Cup is one of Tasmania’s most iconic racing events, bringing together the thrill of top-tier racing with the charm and style of a true Cup Day celebration.
The state’s best thoroughbreds converge at the Launceston Racecourse to compete for Cup glory and a place in Tasmanian racing history. We celebrate the horses, the people, and the atmosphere that make this day unforgettable — from the fashion and glamour to the food, entertainment, and electric trackside energy.
We have something for everyone, with a range of dining and hospitality options to suit every racegoer:
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Clover Hill Cup Marquee – Experience premium trackside hospitality with gourmet Tasmanian food, flowing drinks, and live entertainment.
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House of Arras Corporate Marquee – Step into the pinnacle of Cup Day luxury with a Latin-inspired tapas feast by Tres, premium Tasmanian beverages, live music and celebrity guests in the exclusive Horseshoe Enclosure.
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Ladbrokes Punters Marquee – The perfect place for the social punter, featuring an all-day grazing table, four-hour drinks package, live entertainment and trackside energy.
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Trackside Enclosure – Secure your front-row seat to the action with reserved bench seating, umbrellas, and uninterrupted views down the home straight.
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Hampers & Champers Picnic Spaces – Set up your own private picnic area on the leger or grandstand lawn and enjoy the day in relaxed, classic Cup Day style.
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Beer Garden – A lively space to enjoy a drink, a bet, great food and live entertainment throughout the afternoon — free and open to all.
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General Admission – Soak up the atmosphere, fashion and fun of Cup Day from anywhere on course.
Don’t miss Tasmania’s premier racing tradition — secure your tickets today.
FAQs
What does it cost to adopt a greyhound?
GAP Tasmania is a program administered by Tasmania’s Tri-Code Racing Authority – Tasracing. No profit is sought from any income derived from GAP Tasmania. The aim of charging fees is to help cover the administration costs of running the program.
An adoption fee of $300 (including GST from 1st February 2018) per dog assists GAP Tasmania cover the following costs in relation to preparing each greyhound for adoption:
Vaccination | Desexing | Microchipping | Worming | Flea Treatment | Teeth cleaning | Nail trimming | Health exam | Grooming | Temperament testing | Printed materials | Post-adoption support
All greyhounds are handed to their new owner with a new coat, a special collar that identifies him as a GAP Tasmania dog, a harness, matching leads and a muzzle.
If you adopt 2 previously fostered greyhounds at the same time the fee is reduced to $500 the pair.
If you are a non-fostered greyhound and elect to do the home introductions your self the adoption fee is $250 for one dog or $400 for two at the same time.
Are Greyhounds good with other dogs?
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What is the average size of a greyhound?
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Why do greyhounds make good pets?
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What happens if things don’t work out?
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Are greyhounds good with other animals?
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Are greyhounds good with children?
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What ages are available and how long do greyhounds live?
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Are the greyhounds for adoption house trained?
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Do greyhounds have to be muzzled in public?
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Do greyhounds require a lot of exercise?
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Do retired racing greyhounds adjust quickly to life as a pet?
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FAQs
What does it cost to adopt a greyhound?
GAP Tasmania is a program administered by Tasmania’s Tri-Code Racing Authority – Tasracing. No profit is sought from any income derived from GAP Tasmania. The aim of charging fees is to help cover the administration costs of running the program.
An adoption fee of $300 (including GST from 1st February 2018) per dog assists GAP Tasmania cover the following costs in relation to preparing each greyhound for adoption:
Vaccination | Desexing | Microchipping | Worming | Flea Treatment | Teeth cleaning | Nail trimming | Health exam | Grooming | Temperament testing | Printed materials | Post-adoption support
All greyhounds are handed to their new owner with a new coat, a special collar that identifies him as a GAP Tasmania dog, a harness, matching leads and a muzzle.
If you adopt 2 previously fostered greyhounds at the same time the fee is reduced to $500 the pair.
If you are a non-fostered greyhound and elect to do the home introductions your self the adoption fee is $250 for one dog or $400 for two at the same time.
Are Greyhounds good with other dogs?
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What is the average size of a greyhound?
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Why do greyhounds make good pets?
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What happens if things don’t work out?
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Are greyhounds good with other animals?
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Are greyhounds good with children?
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What ages are available and how long do greyhounds live?
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Are the greyhounds for adoption house trained?
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Do greyhounds have to be muzzled in public?
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Do greyhounds require a lot of exercise?
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Do retired racing greyhounds adjust quickly to life as a pet?
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