MM Gold Coast Carnival Dates Announced for 2021-2024

Media Release - Friday January 31

With the dust settling on a record breaking 2020 Gold Coast Yearling Sale and The Star Gold Coast Raceday, Magic Millions is pleased to confirm the dates for the next four years. 

After consulting with strategic partners including Racing Queensland, Magic Millions has locked in the details to assist in preparations and for visitors planning to attend the world renowned event over the coming years.
 

Year

Inspections
From

The Wave
Raceday*

GC Yearling Sale
Books 1-2

Magic Millions
Raceday

2021

8 January

9 January

13-17 January

16 January

2022

7 January

8 January

12-16 January

15 January

2023

6 January

7 January

11-15 January

14 January

2024

5 January

6 January

10-14 January

13 January


Magic Millions is currently preparing for upcoming yearling sales in Perth's Swan Valley (17-18 February), Launceston (24 February), Adelaide (10-11 March) and the Gold Coast (16-17 March).

* The Wave Raceday features three exclusive Magic Millions races and a Magic Millions Bonus - up to $950,000 in prizemoney and bonuses.

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