About
Tweed River Jockey Club is the thoroughbred racecourse for the Murwillumbah district, set on Racecourse Road at Tygalgah just north of town. It runs around 11 race meetings a year as part of the Northern Rivers racing circuit, working alongside Racing NSW, TAB and Sky Racing, and is a long-standing community fixture for race-day crowds, owners and trainers.
Beyond the races, the club hosts weddings and private functions in its event spaces, with the racecourse grounds providing the backdrop. Members receive free entry to TRJC meetings as well as other Northern Rivers tracks, and race-day tickets are sold through the club's online calendar.
Best For
A day at the country races near Murwillumbah, plus weddings and functions on the racecourse grounds.
Good to Know
TypeThoroughbred racecourse
Race meetingsAround 11 per year
CircuitNorthern Rivers / Racing NSW
FunctionsWeddings & events
MembersFree entry to TRJC & regional tracks
LocationTygalgah, near Murwillumbah
Opening Hours
The racecourse opens to the public on scheduled race days and for booked functions rather than keeping fixed daily hours. Check the club's event calendar for upcoming meetings and gate times.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Tweed River Jockey Club?
It is the local thoroughbred racecourse at Tygalgah near Murwillumbah, running around 11 race meetings a year on the Northern Rivers circuit.
Can you hold weddings or functions there?
Yes — the club hosts weddings and private functions in its event spaces on the racecourse grounds. Contact the secretary to enquire.
How do I get tickets to a race day?
Race-day tickets are sold through the club's online event calendar, and members receive free entry to TRJC meetings and other Northern Rivers tracks.
When are race meetings held?
Meetings run on scheduled dates through the year rather than weekly. Check the club's calendar for the next meeting.