The Edinburgh Cup Raceday in partnership with Edinburgh Gin
Saturday 5th June 2027
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. More details to follow, closer to the event.
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.
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.
Please note: Children 15 years and under go free, when accompanied by a guardian. Young Adults aged 16 and 17 years required a Young Adult ticket.
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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.
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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.
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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. Please note, these have all been allocated for Edinburgh Cup 2026.
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Children 15 years and under are admitted FREE, 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. Children under the age of 16 years must be accompanied by an adult. Proof of age may be requested and, if so, must be provided.
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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
11:30 AM
Race Type
First Race
1:40 PM
Last Race
5:15 PM
Car Parking
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Tickets & Packages
Super Early Bird Adult & concession
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Super Early Bird Adult & concession
£35.00Our Super Early Bird ticket is a general admission ticket that provides access to all public areas and a variety of options for places to eat, drink and bet.
Purchase your ticket before midnight on the 29th October and SAVE £13 per person.
Children 15 years and under go free, when accompanied by a guardian. Young Adults aged 16 and 17 years required a Young Adult ticket.
Super Early Bird Young Adult (16 & 17 year olds)
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Super Early Bird Young Adult (16 & 17 year olds)
£18.00Our Super Early Bird Young Adult is our best ticket price. This is a ticket for attendees aged 16 and 17 years old on the day of the event and must be purchased alongside an adult or concession ticket. It is a general admission ticket that provides access to all public areas and a variety of options for places to eat and enjoy the atmosphere of a raceday. Please ensure you have a supervising adult. I.D will be required. Challenge 25 is in place.
Purchase your super early bird young adult ticket before midnight on the 29th October and SAVE £6 per person!
*Subject to change. Terms and conditions apply.
Child Tickets (15 years & under)
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Child Tickets (15 years & under)
£0.00Our standard Child ticket is a general admission ticket that provides access to all public areas. You can obtain four child tickets, per adult/concession ticket or foodie experience. Please note, this is for 15 years and under.
Children under the age of 16 years must be accompanied by an adult. Proof of age may be requested and, if so, must be provided. You are responsible for each child that you bring onto the Racecourse and shall ensure each child complies with these Conditions. Please ensure you’ve read and fully understand our terms and conditions.
Early bird Corporate Picnic Experience
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Early bird Corporate Picnic Experience
£80.00A day at the races is the perfect opportunity to get the team together and excellent for a corporate day out. Our package has been specifically tailored for companies to enjoy some valuable time outside of the office or working from home.
The package includes:
- A general admission ticket
- A race programme
- Three drinks vouchers per person. Each voucher is for one cold pint of beer or glass of house wine or a soft drink per voucher.
- A food voucher from our popular local streetfood vendors*. Your voucher will be valid for a main and a side (for example fish and chips or a burger and chips).
- Picnic table for the group with picnic cushions
Additional information:
- Your race programme will be given to you on arrival at entrance 3.
- Drink and food vouchers will be available for collection on arrival at Entrance 3 and group organisers should distribute to their guests. These can be used in any of our bars.
- Our food vendors vary from raceday to raceday, and you will be able to choose your meals from our mobile vendors on the day of the event. A list of participating vendors will be emailed to attendees in advance. All vendors cater to a range of dietary requirements and offer a variety of menu options. Please note that exclusions may apply.
This package must be booked in advance and cannot be purchased on the day. This package is for a minimum of 6 to 36 people. Please note, bookings may be split across different tables. The price above is per person.
