FRIDAY MARCH 27, 2026

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King of the Mountain Raceday

TOOWOOMBA

SHOW HOLIDAY

FRIDAY MARCH 27

2026

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King of the Mountain Raceday

Queensland’s most electrifying sprint.
One mountain. One king.

Returning to the Toowoomba Show Holiday, King of the Mountain Raceday is where raw speed, regional pride and racing tradition collide. Enjoy all-day entertainment, standout style at the Florence & Marabel Fashions on the Field, and amazing food through out the day.

At its core is the King of the Mountain, a high-stakes sprint that attracts elite thoroughbreds, fearless jockeys and a crowd that knows great racing when they see it. But this raceday is more than one race. It’s a full-throttle celebration of our local racing culture, and an elegant pre-season counterpart to the iconic Weetwood. 

From the heart of the region, to the top of the mountain.

King of the Mountain is about passionate locals to travelling racing fans, this one of a kind Raceday brings everyone together for fast horses, big moments and an atmosphere that builds from the first race to the final roar. Pride of place racing, bold, competitive and unforgettable.

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Where it all began...

The King of the Mountain was born from a bold idea, to create a signature sprint race that reflects the pride, toughness and competitive spirit of the Darling Downs.

Introduced in 2022, the race was designed as a high-energy showcase for elite speed horses, quickly earning attention for its short, sharp distance and winner-takes-all prestige.

Named for Toowoomba’s elevated landscape, King of the Mountain symbolises the challenge of conquering not just the field, but the mountain itself.

Won in its inaugural running by Yellow Brick, the race set the tone for what has become a modern country racing classic, a celebration of regional pride, twilight racing spectacle and Queensland’s top sprinting talent beyond the metro lights.

The beginning of a new racing tradition in Toowoomba, where future legends are crowned.

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The KOTM Experience

How To Best Enjoy Your Day...

Discover the glamour, excitement, and unforgettable experiences at the heart of the region’s premier entertainment precinct.

Settle in for an exciting day at the track with eight action-packed races, showcasing the speed, skill and spectacle that make raceday so special.

The program is headlined by three feature events, including the new Queensland Country 3YO Guineas, adding an exciting new dimension to this year’s raceday:

  • Sub-Zero King Of The Mountain (1200m)

a high-speed sprint and one of the most anticipated races of the day

  • Toowoomba Truck Spares Pat O'Shea QTIS 2YO Plate (1200m)

a glimpse of racing’s rising stars as the next generation takes centre stage

  • Queensland Country 3YO Guineas (1625m)

where emerging talent goes head-to-head in a prestigious feature event

Whether you’re a seasoned racing fan or attending for the first time, the racing schedule promises excitement from the first jump to the final stride.

Race times will be confirmed closer to raceday.

Where to Stay

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Getting Here

Everything you need to know, find travel parking and drop-off options to make getting to Clifford Park easy on raceday.

KOTM Gallery

Explore the highlights , celebrations and behind-the-scenes moments that shape the Weetwood Day experience.

King of the Mountain Horse Race

Honours Roll

2025 Steady Ready
Steady Ready

Horse: Steady Ready

Trainer: Tony & Maddysen Sears

Jockey: Cody Collins

Rothfire

Horse: Rothfire

Trainer: Robert Heathcote

Jockey: Ben Thompson

Yellow Brick

Horse: Yellow Brick

Trainer: Tony & Maddysen Sears

Jockey: Ben Thompson

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King of the Mountain Raceday

News & Updates

Race insights, event highlights and the latest King of the Mountain news.

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