Onetangi Beach Races is...
A family fun day out
There’s something for everyone at the Onetangi Beach races. A host of activities for children (don’t miss the sandcastle competition), our annual Fullers Fashion on the Foreshore event, a Silent Auction, a beachside market plus much more…
A chance to win at the Tote
A race day just isn’t the same without the excitement of a flutter on the horses. To do that, you’ll need to buy one of our race packs. It contains a full race programme and tickets for the Tote. Be in to win.
All the excitement of the races
The sound of thundering hooves down the beach, the intense rivalry of the sealegs crews, the roar of the tractor engines, Onetangi Beach Races is a thrill for everyone
A key fundraiser for charity and community projects
Rotary Waiheke supports local and national charities and community organisations. In the last year we have helped: • Spirit of Adventure • Dictionaries in Schools • The Waiheke Hoispice • Christchurch Mosque appeal • Many more local and national projects
Race schedule (2022)
10:00am
13 Feb 2022
10:30am
13 Feb 2022
10:30am
13 Feb 2022
10:45am
13 Feb 2022
11:00am
13 Feb 2022
11:00am
13 Feb 2022
11:20am
13 Feb 2022
11:40am
13 Feb 2022
11:50am
13 Feb 2022
12:30pm
13 Feb 2022
12:40pm
13 Feb 2022
12:50pm
13 Feb 2022
1:00pm
13 Feb 2022
1:00pm
13 Feb 2022
1:10pm
13 Feb 2022
1:20pm
13 Feb 2022
1:40pm
13 Feb 2022
2:00pm
13 Feb 2022
2:10pm
13 Feb 2022
2:30pm
13 Feb 2022
2:40pm
13 Feb 2022
2:50pm
13 Feb 2022
3:10pm
13 Feb 2022
3:30pm
13 Feb 2022
3:40pm
13 Feb 2022
Important Information
Stall Holders
Please register your stall here
With 5000+ visitors to the Onetangi Beach Races, there’s never been a better opportunity to put your business in front of a relaxed and happy crowd.
Please ensure that you are aware of the council requirements for stall holders before registering.
For more information including site sizes, prices, electrical arrangements etc, please check out our Stall Holders page
Kauri Dieback
Kauri Dieback is a fungus-like disease specific to Kauri trees. It is spread through soil movement on footwear and equipment.
The disease is currently incurable and nearly all infected Kauri will die.
We don’t have this disease on Waiheke and we want to keep it that way.
- Please ensure all equipment and footwear brought from off-island is throughly cleaned
- Horses need to be brushed and hooves cleaned before departing for Waiheke
Please see the Kauri Dieback website for more information
Tractor Races
You can bring and race your own tractor (subject to available space).
You will need to send us a completed declaration and entry form.
Horse Races
If you are an experienced horse rider, you can bring and race your own horse (subject to available space).
You will need to send us a completed declaration and entry form.
Waka Ama
The Waka Ama teams are opening two race events to the public. There will be an Open race and a Juniors (age 7-13) race. Each Waka will be helmed by a Waka Ama club member.
Safety First
Please help us to keep you safe
- The Race Track is cordoned off. There is no access to the water during the races.
- No swimming 10am to end of last race
- Safe Swim Area outside the flagged area well behind the start line and 200 metres past the finish line
- Please mind your child
- NO DOGS ALLOWED
Naming Rights Sponsor
Gold Sponsors
Silver Sponsors
Bronze Sponsors
Official Charities
The Onetangi Beach Races is organised and run by Rotary Waiheke. All funds raised are used to support local and national charities and community organisations