Frequently Asked Questions

  • How much is entry? Throughout the year on a normal race night, entry is $10 for Adults, $5 Concession, Family $22 and Accompanied Children aged 16 and under are Free.
  • On special race nights such as the Fremantle Pacing Cup, WA Pacing Cup, Australian Pacing Championship, Golden Nugget and Fireworks Nights prices may vary. Please contact the WATA on 9323 3555 for exact prices on special race nights.



  • How many races and when do they start? On a usual Friday night, the gates open to the public at 5.00pm with racing from around 6:00pm. There are usually 10 races finishing around 10.30pm.


  • When does the Harness Racing Season run from? Gloucester Park races all year round, with the season running from 1 September to 31 August (with a Saturday night race meeting during Easter). There are also midweek races held approximately once a week on a Monday or Tuesday at Gloucester Park, usually with a lunchtime or twilight start.


  • Can I bring kids? Gloucester Park is a family friendly venue, often with kids entertainment such as free carnival rides, face painting, entertainers, etc. There is also a FREE childcare centre at Gloucester Park that is open on a Friday night for children aged 3 -12 however bookings are essential on 9325 6662.


  • Where can I eat on-course? There are 3 restaurants at Gloucester Park plus a number of bars and snack outlets around the grounds. Try the Pure Steel Restaurant on the Ground Floor, the Radiant Oro Restaurant on the First Floor or the Beau Rivage Restaurant on the Second Floor. Phone Red Pepper Catering on 6210 8688 or check out the Restaurant section of the website for further information.


  • Do you hold functions/parties at Gloucester Park? Gloucester Park's on-course caterer, Red Pepper Catering can cater for any group, function or event from 10 through to 500 people. Trade shows, 21st Parties, Balls, meetings, Christmas parties, dinner/dance, you name it we can hold a memorable function for you. Phone Red Pepper Catering on 6210 8688 or email bookings@redpeppercatering.com.au for further information.


  • How do I become a member? Full Memberships cost just $247.50 (GST inclusive). Country and Pensioner Memberships at reduced costs are also available. See the Membership section of the website for further information or contact Amanda Thomas, Membership Secretary on 9323 3555 or email athomas@gloucesterpark.com.au


  • Who is the face painter? Gloucester Park is proud to have Rosie 'O' Face Painter Extrodaire at Gloucester Park on Family Nights. Rosie 'O' is Perth's best face painters. For further details contact Rosie on either 9419 5073 or rosiefacepainter@yahoo.com.au.