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Cheltenham Festival 2026
10 March to 13 March
About Cheltenham Festival 2026
From the energy and thrill of Champion Day to the stylish elegance of Style Wednesday, every day at Cheltenham is charged with an electric atmosphere. St Patrick’s Thursday brings the joy and spirit of the Emerald Isle to life while Gold Cup Day brings the festival to a close with unforgettable drama and glory.
From the anticipation, the roar of the crowd, the thunder of hooves, and the rush of emotion as the world’s finest horses and jockeys battle for supremacy – there truly is nothing that feels like Cheltenham.
Cheltenham Racecourse has announced a series of further improvements to the customer experience ahead of the 2025/26 season and next year’s Cheltenham Festival.
Building on the successful changes introduced for 2024/25, the Racecourse continues to focus on three key areas:
Experience: Delivering a world-class raceday for all attendees.
Value: Providing better value for money for all racegoers.
Racing: Ensuring The Festival race programme reflects its status as the pinnacle of Jump racing.
Immerse yourself in the festival’s unique blend of tradition and celebration, where every race is a story waiting to be told, and every victory is savoured by thousands. Whether you’re a racing purist, or here for the social experience, Cheltenham offers something extraordinary for everyone. The unrivalled hospitality experiences offer exquisite dining and outstanding views, making every moment not just memorable, but truly unforgettable.
No matter which day you attend, you’ll be swept up in the passion, excitement, and history that make this festival a must-see event. Because when it comes to racing, nothing feels like Cheltenham.
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Tickets
Please see important booking information below.
Booking information
Tickets prices:
From £48.60
Tickets may be subject to transaction and/or delivery fees.
Dates & times:
Tuesday 10 to Friday 13 March 2026
Age guidance:
Children aged 5 and over require a full-priced admission ticket.
Children aged under 4 are free of charge and a ticket is required.
Under 18s must be accompanied by an adult.