Dederang Picnic Races

The annual Dederang picnic races are held in the picturesque Kiewa Valley on the first Saturday of January each year (except New Year’s Day).

The Dederang picnic races have been held annually since 1865 raising thousands of dollars for charity and the local community through the efforts of local volunteers.

The races attract spectators from all over the eastern states, maintaining its proud history and securing it’s standing as one of the premier picnic race meetings in country Victoria.

The day offers a six race program, with the feature event the Milestone Dederang Cup. Once the horse racing is finished stay on to experience the spectacle that is the famous Madman’s Mile. Speedsters of all ages put their bodies to the test and take on a full lap of the course proper under race conditions. But if running isn’t your style then get a team of mates together for the winner takes all Tug of War challenge.

So if you want to experience grass roots racing at its very best, come along to our next meeting for a day that promises be full of fun, fashion, fabulous food, bars, full TAB and strong bookmakers, with on ground entertainment for adults and children alike. Marquees are available for groups of friends, family or corporate groups.