The Race4 Life Event is an annual event held at Hampton Downs Raceway in Te Kauwhata.
This amazing event was first run at Pukekohe Raceway in 2008 and involved 15 patients from Mercy Hospice , 18 race cars and the Spit Roast Company.
Today, Race 4 Life is a huge event involving over 70 patients from hospices from all over the greater Auckland area. Patients from Wellsford through to Waikato share a high octane day, with their caregivers and over 200 volunteers. The thrills available on the day include thrill rides on a Harley , helicopter, or a truck, as well as a choice of rides in race cars or luxury/prestige cars.The day is magical and filled with million smiles.
“The day was amazing and one of the highlights of my year. I can’t wait until next year!” – Belinda, Patient
“Our patients have also offered their thanks – they said it was beyond their wildest imagination – their smiles that went from ear to ear said it all.” - Catherine Spence, Hospice West Auckland
“I was privileged to accompany a patient to the Race for Life Track Day at Hampton Downs race track. The many volunteers and sponsors of this day did a wonderful job ensuring everyone’s comfort and safety and it was a joy to behold the happy faces of patients who challenged themselves to go on rides in a helicopter, on Harley Davidson motorcycles, racing cars, classic cars and big trucks. Everyone was also treated to a superb lunch and felt really well looked after. So to Viv with her vision, initiative and drive and all of the people who got behind her donating all their time and their vehicles for this amazing day, congratulations and humble thanks.” – Ann Linton, NZ Herald’s Rant & Rave column
Big thank you to all our sponsors!
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