Friday Night Racing - First Friday

Great entertainment, thrilling horse racing and unbeatable Friday night vibes – this is where your weekend begins!

Get ready for an exciting evening out as Lucky Fish Friday Night Racing presents First Friday, a monthly social experience that brings together the thrill of horse racing, live entertainment, delicious food, and good company.

Join us on Friday, 6 November 2026, at Hollywoodbets Greyville in Durban, for an evening filled with excitement, music and unforgettable moments. Best of all, entry is FREE!

Live Music, Dancing and Karaoke

Bring your dancing shoes and singing voice because the entertainment doesn't stop at the racetrack. Enjoy live music from AfroDivas and Blended SA, hit the dance floor and show off your singing skills with karaoke. Whether you're there to sing along, dance with friends or simply enjoy the atmosphere, there's plenty of entertainment to keep your Friday night going.

Exciting Horse Racing and Delicious Food

Experience the thrill of eight exciting horse races while enjoying the vibrant First Friday atmosphere. With a selection of food trucks and vendors serving up tasty favourites throughout the evening, you'll have plenty of options to satisfy your cravings.

Grab a quick bite, enjoy something delicious with friends or settle in for an evening of great food and racing action.

Check out our list of vendors below.

Dos Brews: Coffee
Pepper Pot: Burgers and hot dogs
Wok on Fire: Chinese food and sushi
Dream Cakes: Cakes
Flavours of Home: Hot chilli, burgers and corn dogs
Nachitos: Nachos
Homestyle Delights: Cakes
Shirley's Catering: Samoosas
Paris Crêpes: Crêpes
Street Food Frenzy: Burgers and hot dogs
John Dory's: Fish and chips, available every race day
Chefs Corner: Lamb on the spit
NY Pizza: Pizza

Drink Specials

Good company and great drinks go hand in hand. Whether you're meeting up with colleagues or settling in with friends, make the most of a variety of drink specials available throughout the venue.

Lightning Shot 1 and 2

Selected whiskies: R15 per tot
Selected wines: Special prices by the glass or bottle
Selected gin specials: 2 for R70
Selected ciders: Any 3 for R90, while stocks last

Trackside Vibe

Selected whiskies: R15 per tot
Selected gin specials: 2 for R70
Cocktails: R30 to R60
Selected ciders: Any 3 for R90, while stocks last

Durban View Bar

Selected whiskies: R15 per tot
Selected gin specials: 2 for R70

The selected cider range includes Bernini cans, Hunters Dry, Red Ice, Savanna Free, and Savanna Lite. There's a reason to raise a glass to the weekend.

Elevate Your Experience at Durban View Restaurant

Looking for something extra special? Make your evening even more memorable with a buffet dining experience at Durban View Restaurant.

For R325 per person, enjoy a generous selection of starters, salads, hearty mains, sides and delicious desserts – the perfect way to enjoy a night of racing in comfort.

Take A Closer Look At the Menu

Starters and salads

Cocktail rolls and mini butter
Garlic and herb focaccia with olive oil and balsamic
Italian antipasto pasta salad with peppers, olives and herbs
Garden green salad
Mediterranean roasted vegetable salad

Mains

Italian herb-roasted leg of lamb with rosemary and garlic jus
Lamb curry
Grilled hake piccata with lemon, caper and herb butter
Melanzane alla Parmigiana, baked aubergine with tomato, mozzarella and Parmesan
Roast beef with garlic, rosemary and jus

Sides

Vegetable biryani
Dhal
Chicken and mushroom Alfredo pasta with Parmesan
Roasted vegetables
Rosemary and garlic roast potatoes
Creamy Parmesan polenta
Basmati rice

Desserts

Classic tiramisu
Lemon cheesecake
Ice cream and berry coulis

To reserve your table, contact the Durban View Restaurant bookings team:

Telephone: 031 314 1736
Email: [email protected]

Eight Races. Endless Betting Excitement.

Want to add another layer of excitement to the racing action? Follow your favourite horses and explore the available betting markets with Lucky Fish.

With eight races on the card and a variety of betting markets and odds to explore, you can enjoy the racing while placing your bets through your Lucky Fish account.

Whether you're a seasoned racing fan or simply looking for a fun night out, First Friday brings together everything you need for a fantastic Friday evening.