The landmark event will mark the return of twilight racing to Seymour after a lengthy absence, providing a fresh experience for racing participants, members and the wider community.
The meeting is the first of three twilight fixtures scheduled for the 2026-27 racing season, following the club's successful push to reintroduce the timeslot to its racing calendar.
Seymour Racing Club chief executive Chris Martin said the occasion represented a significant milestone in the Club's history and an exciting opportunity to showcase Seymour racing in a different setting.
“This is a huge milestone for Seymour Racing Club and something we've been working towards for some time,” Martin said.
“To be bringing twilight racing back to Seymour after 15 years is an exciting moment for everyone involved with the club.
“Twilight racing provides an opportunity to attract a different audience to the races, particularly those who might not ordinarily be able to attend during traditional daytime racing hours.
“We want to create an atmosphere where people can finish their working day, come along to the races and enjoy an afternoon and evening of quality thoroughbred racing in a relaxed, social environment.”
Racegoers can also enjoy a two-course dinner in the club's Bar Landy Restaurant, featuring a main and dessert served from about 6pm.
Overlooking the home straight and surrounding hills, the restaurant offers an ideal setting to enjoy twilight racing, with table service throughout the evening. Dining packages start from $50 per person and must be pre-booked online ahead of the meeting.
General admission tickets are available for $15 per person, with free entry for Seymour Racing Club members.
The return of twilight racing forms part of the club's broader efforts to enhance its racing calendar, improve the race-day experience and strengthen its connection with the local community.
It follows a successful bet365 Seymour Cup meeting earlier this month and reflects the club's continued focus on building its profile as a leading regional racing venue.
Martin said the November meeting would be an important first step in re-establishing twilight racing as a regular feature of the Seymour calendar.
“We've made significant progress in recent years in improving our facilities and the overall experience we offer at Seymour,” he said.
“Bringing twilight racing back is another step forward and gives us an opportunity to build on that work, attract new visitors and continue growing the club.
“Our board has been supportive of bringing twilight racing back to Seymour, and we're incredibly proud to be reaching this milestone. We look forward to welcoming the community to be part of this special occasion.”
The November 12 meeting will be followed by two further twilight fixtures, including the club's popular Christmas Party Race Day on Thursday, December 17, and another meeting on Thursday, January 14.
