Oktoberfest Raceday in partnership with The Royal Regiment of Scotland
Saturday 12th September 2026
Enjoy stellar racing and a taste of the world-renowned Oktoberfest (officially starts in September!), featuring the Musselburgh Gold Cup.
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!).
What to Expect:
*Seven Flat Races – Featuring competitive action on the track
*Oktoberfest Marquee – Traditional Bavarian vibes with limited seating (first come, first served)
*Live Oompah Band – Enjoy the Jager Maestros performing classic tunes and Oktoberfest favourites
*Delicious German Fare – Bratwurst, pretzels, and of course, beer served in steins
*Fun Competitions – Join in the stein holding challenge, keg rolling, and sing-alongs within the Oktoberfest marquee
*Fancy Dress Encouraged – Dust off your lederhosen (optional but fun!)
*After Racing Party – Keep the festivities going for an hour after the final race
Whether you’re here for the sport or the steins, this is one raceday you won’t want to miss.
Book your tickets now and celebrate Oktoberfest – Musselburgh style!
- 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.
- 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, 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.
- 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
2:00 PM
Race Type
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First Race
4:07 PM
Last Race
7:20 PM
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Oktoberfest Raceday in partnership with The Royal Regiment of Scotland
Saturday 12 Sep 2026
Sensational Raceday Programme
£4.50Add 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 £5.00 on the day, saving you 50p per programme.
Sensational Raceday Programme
£4.50Add 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 £5.00 on the day, saving you 50p per programme.
Pommery Champagne Brut Royal (Bottle)
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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