Pretty in Pink: Friday Night Racing Experience at Hollywoodbets Greyville

Hollywoodbets press release - 22 Oct 2026

A little pink, a lot of personality and a Friday night worth getting dressed up for. Pretty in Pink brings a fresh pop of colour to Friday Night Racing at Hollywoodbets Greyville Racecourse on Friday, 23 October.

Gather your crew, embrace the theme, and make a night of it. Best of all, entry is free, so you can enjoy the atmosphere without paying an entrance fee.

Come hungry, because the food vendors will have plenty to tempt you throughout the evening.

Pick up something sweet, grab a bite between races, or explore the different flavours on offer.

Food vendors include:

• Home Style Delights: Desserts
• Dos Brews: Coffee
• Crazy Korean: Korean cuisine
• Street Food Frenzy: Burgers
• Dreams of Heaven: Baked goods
• Pepper Pot: Steak and chicken footlongs
• Nachitos: Mexican food
• New York Pizza: Pizza
• Chip n Dip: Chips
• Wok on Fire: Asian cuisine
• Shirley's Catering: Samoosas
• Bluff Meat Supplies
• Koeksister Queen
• Vetkoek
• Biltong station

Paris Crêpes Station and Pizza Bae will also be joining the standard vendor line-up for the evening, bringing even more options to the table.

The entertainment line-up will keep the atmosphere lively as the evening unfolds. The Kickstands will bring the live music, while DJ Yash keeps the vibe going between artists.

Catch Kubo from 17:00 to 19:00, and keep an eye out for two roaming characters, adding a little extra fun around the venue.

With racing, music and plenty happening around the course, there's every reason to settle in and enjoy the evening.

Friday night activity with a creative twist. Pretty in Pink will feature a guided bouquet-making experience, giving you the chance to create something beautiful while enjoying the evening.

Spaces are limited, so be sure to plan ahead if you'd like to take part.

Guided bouquet-making prices:

• Team members: R120 per person or R220 for two
• Public: R170 per person or R320 for two

No Friday night is complete without a few specials to look forward to. Whether you're catching up with friends or settling in for the evening's entertainment, there will be selected drinks on offer.

Look out for:

• Selected beers and ciders: 3 for R90
• Selected whiskies: R15 per tot
• Selected wines: On special
• Jägerbombs: Special available
• Aperol Spritz: Available as part of the Pretty in Pink offering

There's also a little something extra for early arrivals. The first 50 people at the Lightning Shot Bar will receive a complimentary glass of champagne, so getting there early could make your evening even more special.

If you're in the mood for a sit-down meal, the Durban View Room offers a buffet for R325 per person. With a selection of starters, salads, hearty mains, sides and desserts, it's a lovely way to turn Friday Night Racing into a full evening out.

On the menu

Starters and salads

• Cocktail rolls and mini butter
• Green salad
• Pink coleslaw with red cabbage and cranberries
• Beetroot, feta and orange salad
• Watermelon, feta and mint salad
• Chicken and peppadew skewers

Mains

• Roast leg of lamb
• Lamb curry
• Grilled hake with lemon herb butter
• Roast beef
• Chicken curry

Sides

• Vegetable biryani
• Dhal
• Soya prawn chutney
• Roasted butternut
• Creamed spinach
• Roast potatoes
• Basmati rice

Desserts

• Strawberry cheesecake
• Pink lamingtons
• Mini berry trifles
• Ice cream with wildberry sauce

For Durban View Room bookings, contact 031 314 1736 or email fbbookings@racecoast.co.za.

Mark your calendar for Friday, 23 October, and bring your favourite people along for an evening of racing, good food, music and pink-inspired fun at Hollywoodbets Greyville.

Event details

• Date: Friday, 23 October 2026
• Venue: Hollywoodbets Greyville Racecourse
• Gates open: 15:00
• Entry: Free

Dress up, enjoy the atmosphere and make Pretty in Pink your Friday night plan. We'll see you at the races!