Due to the recent rain, the Come By Chance Picnic Races have been postponed. New date TBA.

You won't want to miss what's on offer...

• 6 race program including $40,000 in prize money
• Full bar
• Nn course betting facilities
• Food outlets
• Fashions on the field featuring "Miss Come-By-Chance" and Best Dressed Lady & Gent
• Face Painting
• Jumping Castle
• Kids Foot races
• Live band
• Fireworks

The unusually named village of Come by Chance is situated on the Baradine Creek in the Walgett Shire of NSW, with the name originating from a local property, Come-by-Chance station.

In late September every year, thousands - and the odd horse or two - converge on the tiny settlement to cheer home the winner of the Come-By-Chance Picnic Cup (1400m).

Racing began at Come-By-Chance mid-way through last century and has thrived ever since.

In recent years the main attraction is of course the racing but it is also a great family day out with novelty races and activities for the kiddies and parents alike!! Lets also not forget that Miss Come-by-Chance is also crowned on the day!!