PICTURES: Glamour, fashion and racing thrills at the 2026 Durban July

From show-stopping fashion and elaborate hats to the excitement of race day, the 2026 Durban July once again drew thousands of spectators to Greyville Racecourse.


Our Hollywoodbets Durban July gallery features racegoers embracing this year’s theme, showcasing bold style, vibrant colour and the electric atmosphere of one of South Africa’s biggest social and sporting events.

Jockey Richard Fourie rides "Note To Self"
Jockey Richard Fourie rides “Note To Self” on his way to the finish line of the 2026 edition of the Durban July horse race in Durban on July 4, 2026. (Photo by RAJESH JANTILAL / AFP)
Models present creations by local designers during a fashion show
Models present creations by local designers during a fashion show at the 2026 edition of the Durban July horse race in Durban on July 4, 2026. (Photo by RAJESH JANTILAL / AFP)
A model presents creations by South African designers
A model presents a creation by South African designers. (Photo by RAJESH JANTILAL / AFP)
Models present creations by South African designers
(Photo by RAJESH JANTILAL / AFP)
A model presents creations by local designers
(Photo by RAJESH JANTILAL / AFP)
2026 Hollywoodbets Durban July
Gary Player mingling with horse owners during the 2026 Hollywoodbets Durban July at Hollywoodbets Greyville Racecourse. (Photo by Gerhard Duraan/Gallo Images)
2026 Hollywoodbets Durban July
Most striking couple 1st place – Larnell Maddocks and Pamela Shabane. (Photo by Gerhard Duraan/Gallo Images)
2026 Hollywoodbets Durban July
Most striking couple 2nd place – Ndumiso Madonsela and Nomathemba Zikali. (Photo by Gerhard Duraan/Gallo Images)
2026 Hollywoodbets Durban July
Top 10 Female Race wear. (Photo by Gerhard Duraan/Gallo Images)
2026 Hollywoodbets Durban July
General view during the 2026 Hollywoodbets Durban July. (Photo by Gerhard Duraan/Gallo Images)
2026 Hollywoodbets Durban July
(Photo by Gerhard Duraan/Gallo Images)
Racegoers react as they watch a race
Racegoers react as they watch a race. (Photo by RAJESH JANTILAL / AFP)
Jockey Richard Fourie rides "Note To Self"
Jockey Richard Fourie rides “Note To Self” on his way to the finish line of the 2026 edition of the Durban July. (Photo by RAJESH JANTILAL / AFP)

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