Join us for an afternoon of racing insight, spirited bidding and great company as we build towards the 2026 1EQUINE Weetwood Raceday.
The Weetwood Calcutta Lunch is a key event on the Carnival calendar, bringing together owners, trainers, racing participants, sponsors and guests for an exciting afternoon ahead of race day.
Whether you're a seasoned racing enthusiast or attending a Calcutta for the first time, this popular social event offers a unique chance to connect with fellow racing supporters, gain valuable insights into the field and immerse yourself in the anticipation surrounding Queensland's richest provincial handicap.
A must-attend event in the lead-up to the 2026 1EQUINE Weetwood Handicap.
Calcutta: Sweepstakes conducted prior to a big event with each horse being raffled and then auctioned to the highest bidder.
A Calcutta auction (also known simply as a “Calcutta”) is an open auction held prior to a major horse race.
Originally in Calcutta, India, from where this technique was first recorded by the Colonial British, to bid among themselves to “buy” each of the contestants, with each contestant being assigned to the highest bidder. The contestant will then pay out to the owner a predetermined proportion of the pool depending on how it performs in the tournament.
Also called Calcutta pool: A form of betting pool in which people bid for participating contestants in an auction, the proceeds from which are put into a pool for distribution, according to a prearranged scale of percentages, to those who selected winners.
