Celebrating National Racehorse Week Raceday
Monday 24th August 2026
Make the most of the summer and head to the races.
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 raceday brings racing fans closer to the heart of the sport and alongside the racing, the day will feature an exciting Retraining of Racehorses (RoR) parade, shining a spotlight on the second careers of former racehorses and the incredible versatility they show beyond the track.
In the spirit of National Racehorse Week, the raceday also places strong emphasis on education and engagement. We are delighted to welcome a local primary school to the course, giving students a unique opportunity to go behind the scenes, meet racehorses up close, and see first-hand the love, care and attention that goes into looking after them, and learn how they are cared for, trained, and prepared for both racing and life after sport. This is also supported by Racing to School. If your school would be interested in visiting Musselburgh Racecourse, please email enquiries@musselburgh-racecourse.co.uk.
From thrilling live action on the track to hands-on learning and community involvement, this raceday celebrates not only the competition, but also the connection between horses, people, and the wider racing industry.
- Free car parking is available at Musselburgh Racecourse.
- 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.
- Children 17 years and under are admitted FREE at Musselburgh Racecourse, except for New Years Day and Ladies Day, when accompanied by a paying adult. Four children are permitted per paying adult and/or concession. If this event sells out, there will be no child tickets available on the gate on the day.
- All timings are provisional and may change. Please keep an eye on our website and social media channels for any changes.
- 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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Gates Open
12:15 PM
Race Type
flat racing
First Race
2:15 PM
Last Race
4:45 PM
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£180.00This is a raceday Bookmaker Admission ticket. It includes access for one bookmaker and one assistant only. To add an another assistant, you must purchase a Bookmaker Assistant Ticket.
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£30.00This is a raceday Bookmaker Assistant ticket and is only valid, when a Bookmaker Admission ticket has already been purchased.
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Celebrating National Racehorse Week Raceday
Monday 24 Aug 2026
Raceday Programme
£3.50Add a race programme to your basket, save money and be in the know! Study the card and pick your winners. Our race programmes are the best way to make the most of your day at the races, providing all essential information and much more. Please note, the main booker will receive your race programmes at the gate on arrival.
Race programmes will be £4.00 on the day, saving you 50p per programme.
Raceday Programme
£3.50Add a race programme to your basket, save money and be in the know! Study the card and pick your winners. Our race programmes are the best way to make the most of your day at the races, providing all essential information and much more. Please note, the main booker will receive your race programmes at the gate on arrival.
Race programmes will be £4.00 on the day, saving you 50p per programme.
Pie of the Day
£5.80Add a Flavourful Finish to Your Day – Grab a Pie!
Make your race day experience even more memorable with one of our delicious, hearty pies of the day – served fresh just after the feature race of the day!
There's a perfect pie for everyone – don’t miss out!
Pommery Brut Royal (Glass)
£13.50Start your dining experience off in style with a glass of Pommery Champagne! On the nose, it is fresh with citrus and white fruit notes. On the palate, it is fine and round, delicate, with notes of red fruits. Delicious!
Pommery Champagne Brut Royal (Bottle)
£76.00In 1874 Pommery created the very first successfully marketed Brut Champagne. Today Thierry Gasco, Chef de Cave and Le Figaro’s ‘Man of the Year’ oversees the whole operation from vine, to press, to bottle, producing thousands of bottles a year, aged in an 18km network of underground cellars. Consistent top quality, together with the variety and innovation afforded by nine different crus, from the Brut Royal to the divine Cuvée Louise, is what sets Pommery apart from other Grandes Marques
Pommery Champagne Brut Royal (Magnum)
£165.00In 1874 Pommery created the very first successfully marketed Brut Champagne. Today Thierry Gasco, Chef de Cave and Le Figaro’s ‘Man of the Year’ oversees the whole operation from vine, to press, to bottle, producing thousands of bottles a year, aged in an 18km network of underground cellars. Consistent top quality, together with the variety and innovation afforded by nine different crus, from the Brut Royal to the divine Cuvée Louise, is what sets Pommery apart from other Grandes Marques