At a glance
- Who it’s for
- Anyone planning a day at the races at Rosehill Gardens, including groups and first-timers
- What to do now
- Buy a General Admission ticket online at $35 per person (group of 10 or more: $25 each) and plan to arrive by public transport; travel is included with a valid pre-purchased ticket
- When
- Saturday 7 November 2026 (Sydney time): public gates 11:15am, first race 12:20pm, last race 6:10pm
- Where
- Rosehill Gardens Racecourse, James Ruse Drive, Rosehill
- Cost
- General Admission $35 online; Party Plus $25 each (group of 10 or more, online only); pensioner and concession $15 at the gate; Trackside Reserve $89
- Getting there
- L4 light rail to the Rosehill Gardens stop, or the 920 bus from Parramatta Station; free General Admission parking in P4 and P6
- Organiser
- Australian Turf Club, as the final day of the Sydney Everest Carnival
- Last checked
- Saturday 31 October 2026, against the Australian Turf Club’s event, dress code and travel pages
- Not yet confirmed
- Race fields, entertainment line-up, wet-weather arrangements and any extra light rail services on the day
Five Diamonds Ladies Day at Rosehill Gardens is on Saturday 7 November 2026, with public gates opening at 11:15am, the first race at 12:20pm and the last race at 6:10pm. General Admission is $35 online, and the fashion theme is “Think Pink”. The Australian Turf Club says it is the final day of the Sydney Everest Carnival.
This guide uses the Australian Turf Club’s pages for Five Diamonds Ladies Day, travel and parking and dress code, plus the City of Parramatta’s @Parramatta listing, all read on Saturday 31 October 2026.
What time does Five Diamonds Ladies Day start and finish?
| Stage of the day | Time (Sydney, AEDT) |
|---|---|
| Priority Members entry | 10:45am |
| Members gates | 11:00am |
| Public gates | 11:15am |
| First race | 12:20pm |
| Last race | 6:10pm |
The club’s page links to a full race schedule, which this guide does not reproduce. The @Parramatta listing shows the day as 12pm to 6pm, so go by the club’s gate and race times above. The day’s namesake race is the Five Diamonds, a Group 3 race for five-year-old horses.
How much are tickets for Ladies Day at Rosehill?
| Ticket | Price | What the club says |
|---|---|---|
| Adult General Admission | $35 per person | Book online and save; access to General Admission areas |
| Party Plus (group of 10 or more) | $25 per person | Online only; access to General Admission areas |
| Pensioner and concession | $15 per person | General Admission pricing available at the gate |
| Trackside Reserve | $89 per person | Reserved table for eight on the lawn, a dedicated bar and a complimentary Asahi Super Dry or Hard Rated per person |
Prices are as listed on the club’s page on Saturday 31 October 2026. For hospitality enquiries or large private bookings the club lists 1300 729 668.
Can I use public transport to get to Rosehill Gardens?
Yes, and the club recommends it. For the Sydney Everest Carnival, valid pre-purchased tickets and ATC Members cards include travel on Sydney trains, metro, buses, ferries and light rail. Show your ticket or Members card to transport staff when you board, and keep it for the trip home. The entitlement is valid until 4:00am the following day.
| Option | How it works, according to the club |
|---|---|
| L4 light rail | Westmead/Carlingford to Rosehill Gardens. The Rosehill Gardens stop is on Grand Avenue North (Camellia), a 6-minute walk to the main entrance. Services run from 5:00am until 1:00am, with additional services on major racedays and events. |
| Bus 920 | From Parramatta Station Interchange, Stand A2, to James Ruse Drive opposite Prospect Street. The return leaves from the same stop and drops off at Parramatta Interchange. |
| Train and ferry | Train to Parramatta Station, or ferry to Rydalmere, then connect to light rail or a bus. |
| Taxi and hire car | Enter through the Grand Avenue gates. Taxis are not permitted to stop on James Ruse Drive and Grand Avenue. The hire car waiting period is a strict 15 minutes. |
The club has not said how many extra light rail services will run on 7 November. Check the Transport for NSW trip planner for the day before you travel.
Where can I park at Rosehill Gardens?
Free General Admission parking is in the P4 car park (James Ruse Drive and Prospect Street) and the P6 infield car park, entered through Gate 2 on Unwin Street. The infield car park tunnel is 3.2 metres high, so check your vehicle’s height. Reserved Members parking needs an annual pass, and limited unreserved parking is in P2, P3 and P4.
- Limited accessible parking is in the P1 and P3 car parks. Entry is via James Ruse Drive (P3) and Grand Avenue, Gate 1 (P1). Display a disability parking permit in the vehicle.
- Private coaches over 3.4 metres high set down and pick up along the western side of Arthur Street.
- Minibuses under 3.4 metres high use the Grand Avenue P1 entry bus stop area.
What should I wear to Ladies Day at Rosehill?
The fashion theme for Five Diamonds Ladies Day is “Think Pink”: every shade of pink, from soft blush to deep fuchsia. What you can wear depends on where you are.
| Area | Dress standard |
|---|---|
| General Admission | No formal dress code. The club recommends smart dress and asks guests to avoid fancy dress costumes, tattered clothing or shoes, thongs or going barefoot, and offensive attire. Jockey outfits or clothing resembling official racing attire are not permitted. Dining rooms and function venues in General Admission require smart casual. |
| Members Reserve (including guests in its dining rooms) | Ladies: a dress, skirt and blouse, or tailored pants with a dress top, with heels, dress shoes or dress flats. Gentlemen: a suit with collared shirt and tie, and dress shoes. During NSW daylight saving, jackets are optional but ties are still required. |
The club’s Members Reserve list of items it will not accept includes denim, shorts, playsuits, garments that show the midriff, sandals, joggers and caps. The dress code applies to children aged 14 and over. Overseas visitors may wear the formal national dress of their country. If you need an adjustment for medical or accessibility reasons, the club asks you to email members@australianturfclub.com.au before the day.
Is there dining and where do I watch the horses?
The club lists $10 food and drink deals across the course, plus trackside treats made for the Carnival. Premium dining packages on the club’s page include the Cocktail Bar at $99, the Ascot Restaurant at $185 and the Winning Post Restaurant at $285. The Hive, the Open Terraces and the Private Suites were listed as sold out on 31 October.
For the horses, the club says to head to the day stalls at the southern end of the racecourse, or to the parade ring about 15 minutes before each race.
What has the club not said yet?
- It has not said how many additional light rail services will run on the day.
- It has not published an entertainment line-up on the event page.
- It has not said what happens in wet weather.
- Whether tickets will be sold at the gate for adults is not stated; the club says online booking saves money and lists only pensioner and concession tickets for sale at the gate.
Racing earlier in the Carnival is covered in our guide to The Big Dance on Cup Day at Royal Randwick. Photos on this page show the venue and light rail in other years and are not from Ladies Day.
OZ Local Updates is an independent local guide and is not affiliated with the Australian Turf Club or the City of Parramatta.
Sources
- Australian Turf Club: Five Diamonds Ladies Day, checked Saturday 31 October 2026
- Australian Turf Club: Travel and Parking at Rosehill Gardens, checked Saturday 31 October 2026
- Australian Turf Club: Dress Code, checked Saturday 31 October 2026
- City of Parramatta (@Parramatta): Five Diamonds Ladies Day, checked Saturday 31 October 2026
- Transport for NSW trip planner