Happy Valley Racecourse and Sha Tin Racecourse｜Spectacular Duo of December Racing Extravaganzas! World-class Races Plus Entertainment Galore Ensure Action-packed Climax to 2025 Racing Calendar

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This December, Hong Kong's premier world-class horse racing spectacle will be making a triumphant return! The LONGINES International Jockeys' Championship (IJC) and LONGINES Hong Kong International Races (HKIR) will take centre stage on Wednesday 10 December at Happy Valley Racecourse and Sunday 14 December at Sha Tin Racecourse respectively. These international horse racing celebrations not only feature thrilling contests between the world's elite jockeys and champion horses, but also blend star-powered entertainment, global culinary delights and spectacular pyrotechnic displays. Horse racing lovers from around the world are warmly invited to join The Hong Kong Jockey Club at the two racecourses, immerse themselves in the pulsating trackside energy and create unforgettable memories.

As one of the world's most prestigious jockey challenge events, this year's LONGINES IJC will gather top riders from around the globe for a pinnacle showdown of skill, allowing racegoers to witness up close intense battles between Hong Kong's local stars and international luminaries. Four days later, there will be further thrills in the LONGINES HKIR, which have attracted entries for over 185 elite thoroughbreds from around the world to compete for a record-breaking total prize pool of HK$130 million across four Group 1 races. 

This year, International K-Pop legend RAIN (Jung Ji-hoon) returns to Sha Tin Racecourse, kicking off the action with a freshly choreographed high-energy performance; while international pop music group Now United will energise both events with their vibrant shows, ensuring pitch-perfect blends of racing and partying.

Racing fans from around the world are invited to join this duo of international horse racing entertainment extravaganzas. A range of hospitality packages makes planning trips effortless: the Happy Valley Racecourse F&B and Guided Tour Package or Sha Tin Racecourse F&B and Guided Tour Package both include racecourse entry, food vouchers, expert-guided tours and the gift of a designated mini horse plush; while the immersive International Races Week Tour Package spans the opening LONGINES IJC on 10 December plus morning trackwork viewing and barrier draw insights on 11 December, culminating in the grand finale LONGINES HKIR on 14 December – ensuring a comprehensive exploration of the world of horse racing, including behind-the-scenes expertise. Whether adventuring solo or with friends, this journey lets international racing fans witness the crowning of the year's turf champions while savouring a multicultural fusion of thrills! Prospective visitors can book through https://campaigns. hkjc.com/racing-event-hub-ladies-purse-day/en/tourists to experience the excitement, allure and global spectacle of Hong Kong International Races Week.

Wednesday 10 December at Happy Valley Racecourse: 

LONGINES International Jockeys' Championship – Global Elite Jockeys in a Pinnacle Showdown, Dazzling Pyrotechnic Show and Culinary Delights Create a Starlit Racing Night, as Now United Ignite the Crowd with High-octane Singing and Dancing  

Happy Valley Racecourse will be transformed into a global arena on 10 December, with 12 of the world's top jockeys – including James McDonald, who is currently topping the 2025 LONGINES World's Best Jockey rankings – battling across four races in the LONGINES IJC, delivering heart-pounding displays of outstanding horsemanship.

The evening's activities begin at 4:45 pm. After race 3, a brilliant pyrotechnic display that will add dazzling splendour to the racing action! The Beer Garden's food trucks and stalls will offer global speciality food and beverages, so that racegoers can savour international flavours while enjoying the action. Other highlights of the evening include a live performance by international pop group Now United – a group of young singers and dancers from around the world including Ariel Tsang, the representative for Hong Kong, China, who was selected through a collaboration between top entertainment brand XIX Entertainment and The Hong Kong Jockey Club, and Krystian Wang from Beijing, China. They will perform a high-octane song-and-dance spectacular, blending racing passion with pop rhythms for an unforgettable entertainment feast.

Newly Launched: Now United Performance × Beer Garden Racing & Music Experience Package – Enjoy Now United’s exclusive live show from the Beer Garden’s prime balcony and take home a signed plush. Sip unlimited beers, wines, and snacks with seamless table service all night long. Catch thrilling international races and a spectacular pyrotechnic display at Happy Valley! Book now at https://shorturl.at/faduP 

Ahead of LONGINES IJC, a special pop-up IJC Heros AI Photo Booth will be set up in the Beer Garden at Happy Valley Racecourse on the three Wednesday race nights of 26 Nov, 3 Dec and 10 Dec. Racegoers can step into a virtual world full of comic-style charm and “take exclusive photos” with international jockeys gathered at the racecourse, exploring innovative fusions of technology and horse racing, for endless thrills and charm!

Sunday 14 December at Sha Tin Racecourse:

LONGINES Hong Kong International Races – The Year's Most Anticipated Horse Racing Spectacle Features World-class Kings of the Track, plus International K-Pop King RAIN Returning for an Ultimate Entertainment Bonanza

One of the premier international turf championships, the LONGINES HKIR will unfold in spectacular style on 14 December at Sha Tin Racecourse, with early entries received for over 185 top horses from Japan, France, the UK, Ireland, Australia and beyond. On HKIR, selected runners will compete in four Group 1 races – the LONGINES Hong Kong Cup, LONGINES Hong Kong Mile, LONGINES Hong Kong Sprint and LONGINES Hong Kong Vase – for a record total prize pool of HK$130 million! Each racegoer will receive a complimentary International Races Cap upon entry1.

This year’s event will again welcome international K-pop legend RAIN (Jung Ji-hoon) as the opening performer, channelling his "K-Pop Stage King" charisma in a show replete with surprises tailor-made for Hong Kong as he launches the action-packed race day. Building on last year's electrifying debut at the same venue, RAIN will deliver a high-energy song-and-dance set at Parade Ring, giving Hong Kong fans another demonstration of the megastar qualities that have made him a driving force in bringing K-pop to the global stage. 

Special Promotion: LONGINES HKIR Opening Performance x Genso Digital Racing Experience Package - Racegoers can reserve package for designated seating to experience RAIN’s electrifying opening performance up close, along with access to a range of digital horse racing entertainment experiences. After the opening show, participants can visit the new four-storey digital racing hub Genso, for an immersive horse racing experience, enjoy world-class races from an open terrace, savour themed cuisine, and explore phygitainment experiences. By joining designated programmes at Genso, racegoers will have a chance to win RAIN-autographed horse plush. Book now at https://shorturl.at/rNLcS. Packages are limited and available on a first-come, first-served basis.

Additionally, producer-songwriter XTIE will take the stage throughout the afternoon at the performance area underneath Mezza One. Her new track Rocket Science recently landed on major music streaming platforms' international playlists, captivating fans in Hong Kong, Taiwan, the US and beyond with her quietly powerful vocal style. Racegoers shouldn’t miss this musical extravaganza, affording an opportunity to revel in a perfect blend of diverse music and exhilarating racing!

Of course, thrilling races call for gourmet accompaniments! The venue features themed food stations with specialities from various countries including baked French cheese potato escargot pie, Chinese fermented bean curd fried chicken burger, baked English Bedfordshire clanger, Japanese beef tendon konjac stew and sweet crepes, satisfying every palate with multicultural flavours.

While soaking in the international racing action, racegoers can also participate in the Sha Tin Racecourse Delights prize quiz. At 4:15 pm, the first 500 participants to submit correct answers can win a designated Romantic Warrior 40cm Horse Plush – an unmissable collector's gem! Terms and conditions apply. For details, please visit the campaign site.

To mark this premier event, Gift at Races has created a exquisite collection of stylish themed merchandise, featuring the HKIR’s themed colours of classic red, white and navy blue. This stunning line-up includes HKIR Jackets, Cap, Sitting Horse Plush, Mini Sitting Horse Plush Keychain, 999.9 Gold Craftsmanship Gold Coin Lucky Charm (approximately 0.2 grams), Horse Tote Bag and Horse Plush Lucky Charm. With a total of 7 new racing products to choose from, racing fans and visitors should seize this opportunity and bring home their favourite products.

After the races conclude, attention will shift to the grand finale performances. International pop music group Now United will make their Sha Tin Racecourse debut, performing their latest hits; followed by a starry pyrotechnic display illuminating the Sha Tin night sky with vibrant brilliance. Amid dynamic beats and pyrotechnic displays, this year's LONGINES HKIR will draw to an unforgettable close.

The Hong Kong Jockey Club invites visitors from Hong Kong and around the world to Sha Tin Racecourse to immerse themselves in the tense excitement of the races while relishing international cuisine and music performances in a sizzling atmosphere – a feast for all the senses!

Ultimate Sha Tin Racecourse Guide! Revamped Smart Racing Experiences at Genso and Champions Connection Forge a New Realm of Digital Entertainment

Beyond the thrilling races, Sha Tin Racecourse offers an immersive blend of digital technology and cuisine. The newly revamped Champions Connection transport hub seamlessly connects the Public Betting Hall, Hay Market, Wins Café and Genso – featuring digital displays of legendary horse where visitors can interact virtually with legendary thoroughbreds and admire elite jockeys' exclusive gear up close. Also there is American artist Adrian Landon's Mechanical Galloping Horse Sculpture, which dynamically interprets the power and beauty of horses – making it a must-visit photo spot!

Genso is Hong Kong's first four-level digital racing hub, delivering multiple surprises while perfectly balancing culinary delights and interactive fun. Level 3's Fudo Town gathers five gourmet zones including ramen and Western dishes; Level 4's Izakaya offers refined Japanese pub fare; Level 3M features AI photo hotspots and immersive experiences, while Level 4M features puzzles and a virtual jockey simulator, providing an engaging and innovative racecourse experience that elevates the international racing action into a multisensory party. From 16 November, visitors aiming for the very best experience on the day can pre-book Izakaya at https://bit.ly/47xdriz to be sure of enjoying digital racing entertainment and delectable cuisine.

Pre-Race Warm-Up: Online and On-site Cheers for Racing Heroes!
A Chance to Win Jockey-signed Horse Plush and Designated Merchandise 

The Hong Kong Jockey Club’s "Cheer for Your Heroes" campaign is open to all racegoers, allowing them to support their favourite racing heroes or the Hong Kong team. Phase 1 of the cheering activities will take place on 23 November, 30 November and 7 December at Sha Tin Racecourse, where racegoers can admire the LONGINES HKIR trophies up close. On-site visitors can write supportive messages for their top jockeys or horses, with the three most creative entries winning a designated signed horse plush and goggles. Phase 2 runs from 28 November to 7 December, with online voting for racing heroes, offering chances to win HK$50 F&B vouchers. Terms and conditions apply. More details will be announced on the campaign site at https://shorturl.at/Ia30P 

LONGINES International Jockeys' Championship (10 December) Highlights:

The opening ceremony will feature a brilliant pyrotechnic display adding sparkle to the day's races and igniting the atmosphere

This year's LONGINES IJC finale features Now United's debut at this event. This multinational idol group, including Ariel Tsang, the representative for Hong Kong, China and Krystian from Beijing, China, will energise the crowd with high-octane singing and dancing

The Beer Garden's food trucks and stalls will offer global speciality cuisines, with a variety of tantalising flavours for racegoers to savour.

 LONGINES Hong Kong International Races (14 December) Highlights:

The LONGINES Hong Kong International Races will be an assembly of the world's top thoroughbreds competing for honours in four international Group 1 races, with a total prize pool of HK$130 million!

Admission Gift: Each racegoer will receive an International Races Cap.1

This year, international K-pop legend RAIN has again been invited to perform at the opening ceremony2, sharing this unforgettable day with racing fans.  

Producer-songwriter XTIE will deliver powerhouse sets in the performance area underneath Mezza One.
  
Racegoers can challenge themselves in the Sha Tin Racecourse Delights prize quiz, for a chance to win a designated 40cm Romantic Warrior Horse Plush.

Terms and conditions apply. For details, please visit the campaign site.

After the races, a starry pyrotechnic display will illuminate the Sha Tin Racecourse night sky with vibrant brilliance. Amid Now United's dynamic beats and the dazzling pyrotechnics, the LONGINES HKIR will come to a perfect end!   

Golden Mechanical Galloping Horse Sculpture 
The newly-revamped Champions Connection interchange building boasts multiple photo hotspots and interactive installations for stunning souvenir snaps

“Genso Snap” AI Interactive Photo Spot
Hong Kong's first four-level digital racing landmark Genso delivers multiple surprises! From 16 November, racegoers can pre-book at https://bit.ly/47xdriz to enjoy digital racing entertainment and delectable cuisine.

Key Information on LONGINES International Jockeys' Championship
Date:Wednesday 10 December 2025
Time:
Gates open at 4:30pm
Event starts at 4:45pm
First race at 6:30pm
Location:Happy Valley Racecourse 

Key Information on LONGINES Hong Kong International Races
Date:Sunday 14 December 2025
Time:
Gates open at 10:25am
Event starts at 11:10am
First race at 12:25pm
Location:Sha Tin Racecourse
Enquiry hotline:1817
Remarks：Racecourse entrants and those who bet must be aged 18 or above. Don’t gamble your life away.

The start time of the event is provisional. The race card, fixtures, activity arrangements and offers may be cancelled or changed from time to time without compensation, and are subject to final announcement of The Hong Kong Jockey Club.

The content of any activities and offers is subject to relevant terms and conditions. For details, please refer to the campaign site https://shorturl.at /JrFKE

1 Available at Happy Valley and Sha Tin Racecourses before 3:30pm on event day, while stocks last. Photo for reference only and may differ from the actual appearance and colour.

2 Special crowd safety management measures will be implemented at Sha Tin Racecourse; for more details, please refer to the event website.