Stay Near the Randwick Twilight Christmas Festival in Sydney

Published 19 October 2026

The Randwick Twilight Christmas Festival brings an evening of equestrian sports excitement to Royal Randwick Racecourse on Friday 4 December 2026. Taking place on Alison Road in Randwick, this twilight fixture begins at 5:00 pm for an enjoyable festive celebration.

Marco Polo Motor Inn Sydney provides comfortable, welcoming accommodation in Summer Hill, located about 6.5 km from the Sydney CBD. Our motel offers an ideal base for enjoying the festive equestrian events at the racecourse before returning to a quiet, restful room.

Event details

Event: Randwick Twilight Christmas Festival
Date: Friday 4 December 2026, 5:00 pm
Venue: Royal Randwick Racecourse, Alison Road, Randwick, NSW, 2031
Tickets: see Ticketmaster for tickets and the latest event information

Randwick Twilight Christmas Festival at Royal Randwick Racecourse

Celebrate the festive season with live equestrian sport at the Randwick Twilight Christmas Festival, hosted at Royal Randwick Racecourse on Friday 4 December 2026. Located on Alison Road in Randwick, the historic venue provides a spacious setting for this Sydney sporting fixture.

With a scheduled start time of 5:00 pm, visitors can look forward to equestrian sports action running through the late afternoon and into the twilight hours of a Sydney summer Friday.

Travelling to Royal Randwick Racecourse from Summer Hill

Reaching Royal Randwick Racecourse from Marco Polo Motor Inn Sydney is straightforward thanks to convenient public transport connections. Summer Hill train station is just a 400 m walk from the motel, taking around five minutes on foot.

Trains from Summer Hill reach Central in roughly 15 minutes, where passengers connect directly across the broader Sydney transport network to reach Randwick. In addition, the Taverners Hill L1 light rail stop is walkable from the motel, and there is a bus stop right at the door.

Why Marco Polo Motor Inn Sydney Suits Festival Guests

Marco Polo Motor Inn Sydney is a 3.5-star motel situated at 42-44 Parramatta Road, Summer Hill, in Sydney's Inner West. Guests can explore local cafes, bakeries, and restaurants located just a short walk away, while enjoying straightforward transport links to the racecourse.

Our rooms feature air conditioning, a private ensuite, a flat-screen TV, a fridge, a microwave, a kettle, a toaster, and tea and coffee facilities. We cater to solo visitors, couples, and groups with options ranging from single and queen rooms to family rooms sleeping up to five guests.

One free secured undercover parking spot included per booking in a gated, CCTV-monitored car park.
Reception open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, making late returns after the festival easy.
Free unlimited Wi-Fi, luggage storage, a guest laundry, a snack bar with vending machines, and a rooftop terrace.
Only 400 m to Summer Hill train station, reaching Central in roughly 15 minutes.

Planning Your Visit and Direct Reservations

Check-in at Marco Polo Motor Inn Sydney starts from 2.00 pm, leaving plenty of time to unpack and prepare before the Randwick Twilight Christmas Festival starts at 5:00 pm. Check-out is by 10.00 am, and both early check-in and late check-out can be requested, subject to availability.

Guests can secure their accommodation directly on the Marco Polo Motor Inn Sydney website or by calling 02 8880 8320 to receive the best rate with no booking fees.

More on our Sydney hotel near the train station, or see every upcoming show on our Sydney events page.

Questions guests ask

Can I check in at the motel before the Randwick Twilight Christmas Festival begins?

Yes. Check-in starts at 2.00 pm, providing ample time to settle into your room before the festival begins at 5:00 pm. Early check-in is also available on request, subject to availability, and luggage storage is provided on site.

How do I return to Marco Polo Motor Inn Sydney after the Randwick Twilight Christmas Festival finishes?

Returning to the motel is simple via Sydney transport connections back to Central, where trains reach Summer Hill station in roughly 15 minutes. Our motel reception is staffed 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, so late evening arrivals are completely seamless.

Can I keep my car parked at the motel while attending Royal Randwick Racecourse?

Yes. Every booking includes one free secured undercover parking space in our gated, CCTV-monitored car park, allowing you to leave your car safely at the motel while taking public transport to Royal Randwick Racecourse.

Event details are provided by Ticketmaster and can change — please confirm dates and times with the ticket seller before you travel. Marco Polo Motor Inn Sydney is an independent motel and is not affiliated with the event, the venue or the ticket seller.