Racedays

Celebrating National Racehorse Week Raceday

Monday 24 August

Join us at Musselburgh Racecourse for a special Celebrating National Racehorse Week Raceday, held in partnership with Great British Racing, a raceday dedicated to showcasing the skill, athleticism, and journey of Thoroughbreds past and present.

The Portobello Cup Raceday

Tuesday 25 August

It's the perfect time to position yourself alongside the running rail and experience the power of the horses as they thunder up the final straight.

Oktoberfest Raceday in partnership with The Royal Regiment of Scotland

Saturday 12 September

Get ready for a thrilling day of racing and Bavarian revelry! For one day only, Oktoberfest comes to Musselburgh Races, blending the excitement of seven competitive flat races, including the £20,000 Musselburgh Gold Cup, with the festive spirit of Germany’s most iconic celebration (yes, it officially starts in September!).

The Student Raceday in partnership with Dropkick Murphys Irish Bar

Wednesday 30 September

Whether you’re a fresher looking to kick-start university life or a returning student ready for another unforgettable day out, Student Raceday brings together the best of racing, music, fashion, and friends.

The Racing TV Raceday

Monday 12 October

Featuring exciting flat racing, mouth-watering locally sourced cuisine, great hospitality and a captivating atmosphere.

Scottish Flat Season Finale Raceday

Wednesday 4 November

A great afternoon of racing to round off the flat season!  Top jockeys and flat trainers compete for the Musselburgh Flat 2026 season championship title.

The Start of the Jumps Raceday

Friday 27 November

Join us for a Friday like no other featuring exciting jumps racing, mouth-watering locally sourced cuisine, great hospitality and a captivating atmosphere.

The Festive Jumps Raceday

Monday 7 December

Take in the excitement of the races and start the week off as you mean to go.

The Christmas Jumper Raceday

Monday 21 December

Take in the excitement of the races and start the week off as you mean to go.

New Year's Day Raceday 2027

Friday 1 January

Step into the New Year in true style with a sparkling celebration that blends top-class jump racing, live music, our winter style awards and an unbeatable party atmosphere! Join us for an unforgettable afternoon featuring over £100,000 in prize money, including two of Scotland’s richest New Year races: the £50,000 Auld Reekie Handicap Chase and the £30,000 Hogmaneigh Hurdle.

The January Jumps Raceday

Tuesday 5 January

Join us for an exciting afternoon of jumps racing! Enjoy a more relaxed day where the focus is on exciting jumps racing, position yourself close to one of the hurdles or fences and get a real sense of the energy and power of the horses as they speed past.

The bet365 Scottish Cheltenham Trials Raceday

Sunday 31 January

Sunday features the bet365 Edinburgh National, a key trial that consistently attracts contenders bound for both the Cheltenham and Grand National Festivals.

The bet365 Scottish Champion Chase Raceday

Saturday 6 February

Past renewals have proven their Festival-making credentials, with runners such as Frodon, Seeyouatmidnight, Mighty Thunder and Greanateen and most recently, Thistle Ask going on to shine on the biggest stages.

The Student Raceday

Sunday 21 February

Ready for another unforgettable day out? The Student Raceday brings together the best of racing, music, fashion, and friends.

The Goliath Cup Raceday on Easter Saturday

Saturday 27 March

Join us for one of the biggest social and sporting highlights of the Easter weekend.

The Go North Raceday, supported by The Racing Post

Friday 2 April

Get ready for a fantastic day of Northern Jump racing as the Go North Finals arrive at Musselburgh Racecourse on 2nd April.

The Afternoon Flat Raceday

Tuesday 13 April

Free car parking is available at Musselburgh Racecourse.

The Afternoon Flat Raceday

Wednesday 28 April

It's the perfect time to position yourself alongside the running rail and experience the power of the horses as they thunder up the final straight.

Afternoon Raceday

Tuesday 4 May

Get ready for an unforgettable day at the races! This is your perfect chance to get up close to the action at the running rail and experience the raw power and speed of the horses as they charge toward the finish line.

The Sky Bet Sunday Series Raceday

Sunday 16 May

  We are thrilled to once again be part of the Sky Bet Sunday Series, with a seven-race card shown on ITV 4.

Friday at the Races

Friday 4 June

Position yourself at the heart of the action, right alongside the running rail, and experience the raw power of the horses as they thunder up the final straight.

The Edinburgh Cup Raceday in partnership with Edinburgh Gin

Saturday 5 June

Get ready for the thrill of the track and a vibrant day out as The Edinburgh Cup in partnership with Edinburgh Gin returns, one of the most anticipated events of the racing calendar! Racing Highlights Catch all the action and witness top talent as elite runners compete in The Edinburgh Cup.

The Evening Flat Raceday

Thursday 17 June

There’s no better time to line the running rail and feel the raw power of the horses as they storm down the final straight.

The Afternoon Flat Raceday

Tuesday 29 June

Sample the delights of Musselburgh Racecourse with your friends and family.

The Superhero Family Raceday

Tuesday 20 July

Get ready for an unforgettable Superhero Family Day at Musselburgh Racecourse, as we proudly bring a day packed with excitement, heart, and heroic fun! Dress up as your favourite superheroes and join us for thrilling live racing, family-friendly entertainment, and plenty of activities for little heroes of all ages.

Friday Night at the Races

Friday 30 July

Gather your colleagues and friends for an unforgettable evening of excitement at our award-winning 90s Friday Night at the Races! Enjoy seven action-packed flat races and keep the good vibes going at our After-Racing Party - open to all racegoers and running for approximately one hour after the final race.

Ladies Day in partnership with Champagne Pommery

Friday 6 August

Scotland's Biggest & Most Prestigious 5-Star Ladies Day: an Annual Sell-Out Event | Style.