Hollywoodbets Durban July ready to dazzle – on and off the course
Durban – The finest fashionistas, designers and models will rub shoulders with the country’s top trainers and jockeys at Hollywoodbets Greyville Racecourse on Saturday for the 128th running of Africa’s Greatest Horse Racing and Social Event of the year.
Durban’s balmy weather may have a wintery edge on Saturday, but the action will be hot on the course and surrounds as the 2025 Hollywoodbets Durban July promises another champagne experience of horse racing, entertainment and fashion.
Race Seven at 4pm is the focal point and features 18 of the country’s best middle-distance horses vying for victory in the 2200m race to claim their share of the R5m stake.
This year, the 128th Hollywoodbets Durban July promises to be a spectacular fashion affair with the exciting official theme of Marvels of Mzansi ramping up the creative juices of professional and amateur designers alike.
The three official components of the fashion side of the spectacular event – the Durban Fashion Fair Rising Stars, the Hollywoodbets Durban July Invited Designers Showcase and the 10 Hollywoodbets Durban July Young Designer finalists – will show off their creations with the student designers also finding out who has won some incredible prizes and this year’s prestigious title.
The fashion element in all three components has been exceptionally high this year and the followers of fashion are expecting that to largely be mirrored by the public’s choice of outfits for race day. In the Hollywoodbets Durban July Raceday Fashion Awards competitions ticket holders will have a chance to show off their remarkable outfits and creations. Categories are classic racewear for men and women, best dressed couple, and the exceptional raceday hat or fascinator.
Meanwhile the infield, marquee village, picnic spots and grandstand area of incredible suites will provide the perfect venue to network and socialize in an atmosphere of elegance and festive fun. The area provides the best space for entertainment and food while still imbibing the raceday atmosphere. Big screens will provide the perfect way to watch each race. Quality musicians and DJs will provide music and vibes until the early hours of the morning.
This year’s Hollywoodbets Durban July promises to provide everyone with a full day’s entertainment: from horse racing and fashion, to food, music and entertainment, no-one will be disappointed as Hollywoodbets Greyville Racecourse continues the proud tradition of one of the longest running racing events in the history of horse racing.
More information can be found at www.hollywoodbetsdurbanjuly.co.za