Race Night 2025

Join Canterbury's Most Exciting Fundraising Night

Over 200 people come together each year for an unforgettable evening of harness racing, great food, and friendly competition. Enjoy a 2-course dinner, live racing commentary, and our famous Priest Punter of the Year competition - all while supporting local families.

📍 Addington Raceway, Silks Room

🕕 5:30 pm0pm doors open

👔 Semi-formal dress

Ticket Options

Individual Tickets: $65 per person

• Includes 2-course dinner, racing programme, and entertainment

Table of 10: $650

• Perfect for groups - book a whole table and enjoy the night with friends, family, parishioners or colleagues

What to expect:

• 2-course dinner

• Racing programme and commentary

• Raffle with great prizes

• Priest Punter competition

• Cash bar

• Great company and atmosphere

About the John Paul II Centre for Life

We walk alongside families through life's seasons of joy and struggle. Whether you're preparing for marriage, strengthening your relationship, navigating family challenges, or healing from loss, we're here to support you.

Our services include:

• Marriage preparation and enrichment programmes

• Support groups for various life challenges

• Family guidance and resources

Based in Christchurch, we serve families across the Christchurch Diocese with practical, emotional, and spiritual support.

Make a Difference

If you'd like to help support families further, by sponsor a race on behalf of your parish, business or family Or donate items or services for our raffle prizes. Email Brigid Conroy - info@jp2.org.nz for a sponsorship package by the 10th August.

See you on August 29th!