The Edinburgh Cup Raceday in partnership with Edinburgh Gin 2026

Saturday 6th June 2026

Come and play at Musselburgh’s biggest raceday in 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. Don’t miss the prestigious Queen of Scots Stakes – a Listed 7-furlong race that showcases the fastest fillies and mares, with winners often heading to Royal Ascot just weeks later.

Live Music & After-Racing Party
The excitement doesn’t end at the finish line! Enjoy live music on our Main Stage, followed by our legendary After Racing Party – open to all racegoers and taking place for 1 hour after the final race.

Edinburgh Gin Botanical Bar & Street Food Delights
Sip on refreshing, botanical-inspired cocktails from Edinburgh Gin and indulge in mouth-watering bites from Scotland’s finest street food vendors – with options to suit all dietary needs.

Catch the Epsom Derby Live
We’ll also be showing The Epsom Derby on screens around the racecourse – so you won’t miss a moment of the day’s biggest racing moments.

Dress to Impress 
Bring your style A-game – there’s fashion competition for the day’s most fabulous racegoers. There are fantastic prizes up for grabs.

Gather your friends, family, or colleagues, and soak up an unforgettable atmosphere of racing, entertainment, and celebration. This is an Edinburgh style raceday – and you won’t want to miss it.

  • 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. 
  • 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. If this event sells out, there will be no concession tickets available on the gate on the day.

  • On Edinburgh Cup, we have a limited number of complimentary Personal Assistant tickets. These can only be obtained with a valid Carer’s ID or other carer documentation when accompanying a paying adult. Our Personal Assistant tickets will be on a first come, first served basis. They will not be available on the raceday and must be obtained in advance. To apply for one of these limited tickets, please email the team at enquiries@musselburgh-racecourse.co.uk.

  • 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. 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.

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Gates Open

11:15 AM

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First Race

1:20 PM

First Race

Last Race

4:55 PM

Last Race

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Getting Here

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*All times to be confirmed and subject to change