This is part of a paid promotion for Casino Beef Week.
Ticketed events during Beef Week go quickly. Here are the main ticket events and events that require a booking. Events already sold out like the Steaks and Mates Dinner and the Industry Dinner are not listed here. Some events don’t require tickets and are pay at the gate.
TUESDAY, MAY 27
Comedy Under Par
Get ready for a hilarious night out at Comedy Under Par at the Casino Golf Club. Comedian Mel Buttle is the headline act with comedian Damien Power as the support.
Mel is known for her sharp wit, relatable storytelling and appearances on The Project, Have You Been Paying Attention? and The Great Australian Bake Off.
She’ll be joined by the brilliantly funny Damien Power, a powerhouse of Aussie stand-up and a regular on the national comedy circuit, bringing his signature edge and energy to the stage.
Event information:
Time: 6 pm arrival for 6:30 pm start
Location: Casino Golf Club
Tickets: $60 per person
Complimentary Beef Week Beer on arrival
Lucky door prize and Country Road gift bag
Supported by Oatens and First National Casino
THURSDAY, MAY 29
Beef Week Golf Cup
Bookings are essential for this event. There are a few spots left in the morning but the afternoon is full. Call Casino Golf Club on 6662 4047.
Bush Poets Dinner
The dinner is at the Charcoal Inn, South Casino. Enjoy a meal while you listen to the bush poets show with Ray Essery, Errol Gray and Marco Gilori.
The event starts at 5.30pm and costs $40. Bookings are essential: call the Charcoal Inn on 6662 1110.
Scenic Bus Tour
Take a Mazzers coach and explore the Northern Rivers countryside on a scenic bus tour.
Departs Casino at 8:30 am. Morning tea stop in historic Grafton, then on to the riverside village of Copmanhurst, where you can enjoy a peaceful picnic lunch at your own expense – bring your favourite bites and take in the natural surrounds.
On the way home, there will be a short rest stop in Tabulam, a quiet country town nestled along the Clarence River, before returning to Casino by 4pm.
Perfect for a relaxed day out with friends or a solo escape into nature – sit back, unwind, and soak in the scenery.
Event Information:
Departure Time: 8:30 am from Casino Visitor Information Centre
Return Time: 4 pm
Tickets: $55 per person
FRIDAY, MAY 30
Beef Week Cup races
The track is looking good for race day. There will Fashions on the Field on the day.
No EFTPOS at the gate. Cash only. There are ATMs on the concourse. Bars will be cashless.
Courtesy bus is available from Woolies bus stop, Casino High School bus stop, Casino West Post Office bus stop at 11am, 11.30am. noon and 12.30pm.
Event information:
11am–4pm at Casino Showground
Entry $20
BUY TICKETS HERE or with cash at the gate on the day
Hosted by Casino Racing Club and presented by the Casino RSM Club
Casino Beef Week Cup Greyhound Races
Queen Elizabeth Park 3pm-8pm.
$5 entry at the gate.
Hosted by the Casino Greyhound Racing Club.
SATURDAY, MAY 31
This is a huge day known as Beef Week Saturday and there is lots on for free including the Airtime FMX display, the Brenda Armfield Street parade and woodchop comp. Here are the pay-for events.
Beef Week Rodeo
At Casino Showground from 3pm.
There will be no online ticket sales. No crowd limit, first in best seats. Bring your camp chairs for more comfort, gates open from 1pm.
Entry prices:
$25 adult, 16 yrs & over
$10 kids, 6 yrs over
$60 Family, 2 adults, 3 kids
$10, Concession
Free, Under 5 yrs
Presented by Westlawn Finance
Mr Beef Competition
A fun night that is usually packed so get there early. Watch the entrants strut their stuff on stage at the Casino RSM Club. The winner gets the coveted plastic Viking hat and $1000.
Time: 5pm–9pm
Gold coin donation for the Black Dog Institute
Presented by Casino RSM Club
For the full Beef Week program May 24–June 1 go here.