2026 Fixtures & Tickets
We are pleased to confirm our 2026 fixtures, are now on-sale!
Get the best price when you pre-book, with a saving of 20% when you book over 10 tickets or more!
April
Friday 10 April 2026
Friday 10th April - Easter Family Day
Kick off the 2026 season in style with our Easter Family Day an exciting afternoon of competitive racing and family fun at Thirsk!
What’s On:
live music, bars & food vendors - why not upgrade to one of our three hospitality packages and reserve a table for the day!
This is also a Family Day so we will have heaps of FREE children’s entertainment including: Inflatables, Fairground Stalls, Games, Face Painting, Kids Disco and more!
Saver Rate:
Book before midnight on Tuesday 7th April to secure our Saver Rate. Prices then increase to the On-The-Day rate, so don’t miss out!
Gates Open
11.00am
First Race
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Last Race
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Saturday 18 April 2026
Saturday 18th April - Afternoon Racing
Join us for a Saturday Raceday — Admission Only tickets follow our midweek pricing, so you can enjoy a Saturday Raceday for less.
What’s On:
Live music from THE Y STREET BAND, bars & food vendors - why not upgrade to one of our three hospitality packages and reserve a table for the day!
Saver Rate:
Book before midnight on Wednesday 15th April to secure our Saver Rate. Prices then increase to the On-The-Day rate, so don’t miss out!
Gates Open
11am
First Race
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Last Race
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May
Saturday 2 May 2026
Saturday 2nd May - Thirsk Hunt Cup
Thirsk Hunt Cup Day is a date to get in your calendar with first class racing! Watch top sprinters compete in our most valuable race of the season.
What’s On:
Live music, bars & food vendors - why not upgrade to one of our three hospitality packages and reserve a table for the day!
Saver Rate:
Book before midnight on Wednesday 29th April to secure our Saver Rate. Prices then increase to the On-The-Day rate, so don’t miss out!
Gates Open
11.00am
First Race
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Last Race
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Saturday 16 May 2026
Saturday 16th May - Sky Bet Irish Day
Be a part of our hugely popular Sky Bet Irish Day! Prepare your Irish-themed outfits and join us for thrilling races, live Irish music from The Emerald Thieves and some quality racing!
What’s On:
Live music from THE EMERALD THIEVES, bars & food vendors - why not upgrade to one of our three hospitality packages and reserve a table for the day!
Saver Rate:
Book before midnight on Wednesday 13th May to secure our Saver Rate. Prices then increase to the On-The-Day rate, so don’t miss out!
Gates Open
11.00am
First Race
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Last Race
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Sunday 31 May 2026
Sunday 31st May - Sky Bet Sunday Series
We’re delighted to announce that Thirsk has been selected to host a Sky Bet Sunday Series fixture! This exciting raceday will showcase competitive racing, live on ITV, with excellent prize money attracting top trainers and jockeys. It’s the perfect way to spend a Sunday afternoon with family and friends – don’t miss the chance to be part of it.
This event will run as ONE ENCLOSURE, with Premier areas open. Grandstand tickets will be the only admission option.
What’s On:
Live music from THE FLAT CAP BRASS BAND, bars & food vendors - why not upgrade to one of our three hospitality packages and reserve a table for the day!
This is also a Family Day so we will have heaps of FREE children's entertainment including: Inflatables, Fairground Stalls, Laser Battle Zone, Games, Face Painting, Kids Disco and more!
Saver Rate:
Book before midnight on Thursday 28th May to secure our Saver Rate. Prices then increase to the On-The-Day rate, so don’t miss out!
Gates Open
11am
First Race
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Last Race
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June
Friday 5 June 2026
Friday 5th June - Afternoon Racing
Join us for an Afternoon of Racing!
What’s On:
Live music, bars & food vendors - why not upgrade to one of our three hospitality packages and reserve a table for the day!
Saver Rate:
Book before midnight on Tuesday 2nd June to secure our Saver Rate. Prices then increase to the On-The-Day rate, so don’t miss out!
Gates Open
11.00am
First Race
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Last Race
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Tuesday 16 June 2026
Tuesday 16th June - Afternoon Racing Featuring Royal Ascot
Feel the buzz of Royal Ascot at Thirsk! Enjoy a brilliant day of racing alongside live broadcasts from one of the biggest racing events of the year.
What’s On:
Live coverage of the Royal Ascot on the big screens, Live music from TOM POWELL, bars & food vendors - why not upgrade to one of our three hospitality packages and reserve a table for the day!
Saver Rate:
Book before midnight on Saturday 13th June to secure our Saver Rate. Prices then increase to the On-The-Day rate, so don’t miss out!
Gates Open
11.00am
First Race
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Last Race
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July
Wednesday 1 July 2026
Wednesday 1st July - Afternoon Racing
Enjoy a midweek summer afternoon of racing at Thirsk!
What’s On:
Live music from ELENA LARKIN, bars & food vendors – why not upgrade to one of our three hospitality packages and reserve a table for the day!
Saver Rate:
Book before midnight on Sunday 28th June to secure our Saver Rate. Prices then increase to the On-The-Day rate, so don’t miss out!
Gates Open
11.00am
First Race
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Last Race
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Thursday 16 July 2026
Thursday 16th July - Afternoon Racing
Join us for an afternoon of racing at Thirsk!
What’s On:
Live music from TOM POWELL, bars & food vendors – why not upgrade to one of our three hospitality packages and reserve a table for the day!
Saver Rate:
Book before midnight on Monday 13th July to secure our Saver Rate. Prices then increase to the On-The-Day rate, so don’t miss out!
Gates Open
11am
First Race
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Last Race
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Friday 24 July 2026
Friday 24th July - Summer Family Day
Join us for our Summer Family Day, part of the Go Racing in Yorkshire Festival! Bring the family for a day of fun with free kids' entertainment!
What’s On:
Live music from JACK CRITCHLOW, bars & food vendors - why not upgrade to one of our three hospitality packages and reserve a table for the day!
This is a Family Day so we will have heaps of FREE children's entertainment including: Inflatables, Fairground Stalls, Jungle Run, Games, Face Painting, Kids Disco and more!
Saver Rate:
Book before midnight on Tuesday 21st July to secure our Saver Rate. Prices then increase to the On-The-Day rate, so don’t miss out! (Admission Only)
Gates Open
11.00am
First Race
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Last Race
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August
Saturday 1 August 2026
Saturday 1st August - William Hill Summer Cup
The William Hill Summer Cup is back—one of Thirsk’s major summer highlights, offering high-quality racing and a fantastic day out in the heart of the season.
What’s On:
Live music from THE EMERALD THIEVES, bars & food vendors - why not upgrade to one of our three hospitality packages and reserve a table for the day!
Saver Rate:
Book before midnight on Wednesday 29th July to secure our Saver Rate. Prices then increase to the On-The-Day rate, so don’t miss out!
Gates Open
11.00am
First Race
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Last Race
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Friday 7 August 2026
Friday 7th August - Superhero Family Day
Join us for our Superhero & Princess Family Day!
What’s On:
Live music from REBECCA YORK, bars & food vendors - why not upgrade to one of our three hospitality packages and reserve a table for the day!
This is also a Family Day so we will have heaps of FREE children's entertainment including: Live Shows from the team at Emma Enchanted, Inflatables, Fairground Stalls, Laser Battle Zone, Games, Face Painting, Balloon Modelling and more!
Saver Rate:
Book before midnight on Tuesday 4th August to secure our Saver Rate. Prices then increase to the On-The-Day rate, so don’t miss out! (Admission Only)
Gates Open
11.00am
First Race
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Last Race
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Friday 14 August 2026
Friday 14th August - Country Music Night
Our only evening meeting of the season gets a brand-new twist for 2026! We’re bringing full country vibes to Thirsk with live music from a country band, bucking broncos, line dancing, and all your favourite sausage and beer stalls. Dust off those cowboy boots and hats—this is an evening you won’t want to miss!
What’s On:
Live music from COUNTRY BOUND, country themed entertainment, Sausage Stalls (featuring HECK!), Local Breweries (featuring THEAKSTONS) – why not upgrade to one of our three hospitality packages and reserve a table for the day!
Saver Rate:
Book before midnight on Tuesday 11th August to secure our Saver Rate. Prices then increase to the On-The-Day rate, so don’t miss out!
Gates Open
3.30pm
First Race
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Last Race
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Friday 28 August 2026
Friday 28th August - All Creatures Great & Small Family Day
Our well-loved All Creatures Great and Small Family Day makes its return! With Thirsk’s close ties to the world of James Herriot, this raceday brings the charm of the Yorkshire vet to the racecourse with a brilliant mix of racing, animals, and family fun.
What’s On:
Live music from REBECCA YORK, bars & food vendors - why not upgrade to one of our three hospitality packages and reserve a table for the day!
This is also a Family Day so we will have heaps of FREE children's entertainment including: Ian's Mobile Petting Farm, Inflatables, Fairground Stalls, Jungle Run, Games, Face Painting, Kids Disco and more!
Saver Rate:
Book before midnight on Tuesday 25th August to secure our Saver Rate. Prices then increase to the On-The-Day rate, so don’t miss out!
Gates Open
11.00am
First Race
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Last Race
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September
Saturday 5 September 2026
Saturday 5th September - Ladies' Day
Ladies’ Day is one of the most popular and glamorous dates of the Thirsk season.
What’s On:
Join us for a fabulous day featuring our Most Stylish and Best Hat competitions, with fantastic prizes generously provided by our partners. Enjoy live music from THE EMERALD THIEVES BAND and a vibrant atmosphere throughout the course—this really is a day you won’t want to miss.
Looking for the perfect base for the day? Upgrade to one of our hospitality packages, including our exclusive Ladies’ Pavilion packages, available only on Ladies’ Day.
Saver Rate:
Book before midnight on Wednesday 2nd September to secure our Saver Rate. Prices then increase to the On-The-Day rate, so don’t miss out!
Gates Open
11.00am
First Race
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Last Race
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Monday 14 September 2026
Monday 14th September - Season Finale
Our final race meeting of the season, join us one last time before we close our gates for 2026.
What’s On:
Live music from ELENA LARKIN, bars & food vendors – why not upgrade to one of our three hospitality packages and reserve a table for the day!
Saver Rate:
Book before midnight on Friday 11th September to secure our Saver Rate. Prices then increase to the On-The-Day rate, so don’t miss out! (Admission Only)
Gates Open
11.00am
First Race
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Last Race
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Premier Season Ticket
Our popular Premier Season Ticket is on sale for £180 and, as the name suggests, the Premier Season Ticket offers admission into the Premier Enclosure for all of Thirsk’s 16 race fixtures in 2026.
The Premier Season Ticket is fully transferable so if you cannot attend, simply share it with someone who can.