The Virgin Bet Easter Saturday Raceday featuring The Queen's Cup

Racing enthusiasts and those in search of a great day out over the holiday weekend will enjoy an Easter spectacular of first-class racing and entertainment.

Come and enjoy top quality racing, featuring the prestigious £100,000 Queen's Cup and The Scottish Sprint Cup, one of Scotland's fastest races! 

Proving an ideal destination for couples, friends, families, and groups looking for an Easter get together with a difference. You can also enjoy an array of exciting street food stalls to tempt and tease, not to mention drinks destinations. 

NEW FOR 2025: an exciting after-racing party with Forth One's evening show host, Callum Gallacher (open to all Easter Saturday racegoers and will take place for 1 hour after the last race).

For those looking to bring the little ones, families are looked after too with a dedicated kid’s Clip Clop zone featuring the return of the hugely popular Easter Bunny, free game stalls, free fairground rides for all ages and free face painting. The day will also feature our world famous Corgi Derby  and The Mini Queen's Cup. The best bit is kids under 17 are FREE when accompanied by an adult. Watch our Easter Saturday Raceday highlight video to get a feel for the day, click here.

• We're only 6 miles from Edinburgh City Centre with direct transport links and a courtesy bus from Wallyford (connecting to Edinburgh) and NewCraighall (connecting to Galashiels) train stations. 
• All timings are provisional and may change. Please keep an eye on our website and social media channels for any changes.
• Children 17 years and under are admitted FREE at Musselburgh Racecourse when accompanied by a paying adult. Four children are permitted per paying adult and/or concession.
• Student and concession tickets are available. You must have a valid concession I.D. More information about our concession tickets can be found in our FAQ section, click here. Please note, there will be a price increase for student and concession tickets purchased on the day.
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