Colac Racing Track

Colac is located about 150km south-west of Melbourne on the southern edge of Lake Colac, with the racecourse situated just 3km from the centre of town. The venue also attracts many visitors travelling through from the nearby Great Ocean Road region.

Christmas Day is a major highlight at Colac Racecourse, with crowds gathering to celebrate the holiday alongside family and friends. Racegoers set up picnics and marquees trackside, creating a festive and relaxed atmosphere throughout the day.

The track has a circumference of 1,740m and is well suited to staying races, featuring a slight uphill run along the back straight before easing into a downhill 350m home straight. The course’s most prestigious staying contest is the 2000m Colac Gold Cup, held each year in February.