Dederang Picnic Races

12/07/2026

Vale – Peter Graham

It is with great sadness that we share the passing of Peter Graham.

Peter was a valued member of the Dederang Picnic Races community for many years. As a Race Club committee member, he generously gave his time and energy to help make the event a success.

Together with Wendy, Peters commitment to the broader Dederang community is sincerely appreciated and will not be forgotten.

On behalf of the Dederang Picnic Races Committee, we extend our heartfelt condolences to Wendy, their family and friends at this difficult time. Peter's involvement, commitment and friendly presence will be greatly missed by all who knew him

19/06/2026

📣 CALL OUT – COMMUNITY CATERING OPPORTUNITY | 2027 DEDERANG PICNIC RACES

The Dederang Picnic Race Club is now inviting local community groups to register interest in providing catering for the 2027 Dederang Races 🎉

This is a great opportunity for a group to fundraise for their own activities, with an estimated profit of around $2,500 - $3,000 based on previous years.

✅ What’s typically provided:
Recent catering has included sandwich boxes, nibble boxes, fruit platters and individual packs for marquee guests, umbrella areas, luncheon attendees, jockeys, volunteers and officials.

✅ What’s available to you:
Full use of the Multipurpose Building at the Reserve for preparation and packaging. A cool room located at the marquee for storage and service
Flexibility to put forward your own ideas and approach

👉 Please note:
This is not a formal tender process — it is an opportunity for a local group to support the event while raising funds for their own purposes.

We are open to suggestions and proposals from interested groups.

📩 To express your interest, please submit a brief proposal to the Dederang Picnic Race Club by Friday 31 July 2026, [email protected] and we’ll be in touch with further details.

14/06/2026

Only 250 days until the 2027 Dederang Races! 🏇

We’ll have tickets and packages released shortly, but if you’re really keen (or don’t think you can make it on the day), why not grab a Social Membership?

Secure your Social Membership and receive great value, including gate entry plus exclusive event merchandise.

We are proud to offer an exciting range of Events and Hospitality across the season to entertain your clients, friends and family.

09/06/2026

🏆 Picnic Club of the Year – Dederang 🏆

We’re incredibly proud to share that the Dederang Picnic Racing Club has been named 2025/26 Picnic Club of the Year 🐎🍻

This recognition belongs to our entire community — the volunteers, sponsors, committee and everyone who turns up year after year to make the Dederang races what they are. It’s a true credit to the effort that goes into delivering a great picnic race day.

If you’ve never been, or it’s been a while… this is your sign.

📅 Saturday 20 February 2027 — lock it in now.

Come and see for yourself what makes Dederang the best day on the picnic racing circuit. Big crowds, great racing, a top atmosphere and plenty happening both on and off the track.
Don’t just take our word for it — come and experience it.

08/06/2026

Picnic Racing Awards 2026

Still hard to wipe the smile off our faces after a brilliant night celebrating the 2025/26 picnic racing season 🏇

Being named Picnic Race Club of the Year was a huge honour for everyone involved with the Dederang Picnic Racing Club. It reflects the effort that goes in right across the year — from track prep and facilities through to the volunteers, sponsors and community who back the day and make it what it is.

Our 2026 Cup meeting was something special, with a fantastic crowd turning out and plenty happening on and off the track. To be recognised for that — along with the work we’ve been putting into improvements, camping, and building a great day out — means a lot.

What really stood out on the night though was the chance to celebrate alongside so many others across the picnic circuit. From trainers and jockeys to fellow clubs, there’s a lot of good people doing great things in country racing. It was great to see the success of horses like Magnardo and Diamanda, and to acknowledge standout seasons from participants right across Victoria.
A big congratulations as well to Buchan & Gelantipy race club on their Community Club of the Year award — a great example of a club bouncing back and delivering for their community.

The night was a great reminder of what the picnic circuit is all about — strong communities, good racing, and people backing each other in.

We’re proud of what’s been achieved, but we’re just getting started. Bring on Dederang 2027 🍻🔥

06/06/2026

With the final episode of Oops I Bought a Pub airing tonight, we thought it was about time we got around to it 👀
Especially given this journey actually kicked off right here at the 2025 Dederang Picnic Races — not a bad starting point for a story about chasing a big country dream!

If you’re still wondering why you should make the trip to Dederang Picnic Races on 20 February 2027 (or better yet, come sooner), take a look tonight… then head back and watch the full series on 7Plus.

You might just get a feel for what makes country events like ours something pretty special.