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Cheltenham Racecourse Fixtures
2025-2026

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What's On at
Cheltenham Racecourse

Explore this year’s key race days and plan your perfect Cheltenham stay.

From high-profile highlights like The Festival and Gold Cup Day to exciting seasonal meets, Cheltenham’s race calendar is packed with unmissable moments. We’re just 3.3 miles from the course, making DoubleTree by Hilton Cheltenham-Cotswolds the ideal base for racegoers looking for comfort, convenience, and a few thoughtful extras along the way.

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New Year's Day Racing

1st January 2026

 

This is it! The final chance to see Festival hopefuls test their mettle. With seven races all linked to March’s big event, Festival Trials Day delivers edge-of-your-seat action and serious anticipation.

Festival Trials Day

24th January 2026

 

This is it! The final chance to see Festival hopefuls test their mettle. With seven races all linked to March’s big event, Festival Trials Day delivers edge-of-your-seat action and serious anticipation.

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Cheltenham Festival

10th - 13th March 2026

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Four days. Unrivalled drama.
From the roar of Champion Day to the glamour of Ladies Day, the craic of St Patrick’s Thursday and the pinnacle of Gold Cup Day, The Cheltenham Festival is racing’s most iconic event, bursting with energy, pride, and pure sporting theatre.

The April Meeting

15th - 16th April 2026

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A springtime celebration of jump racing.
With sunshine on the turf and Cleeve Hill in full bloom, The April Meeting offers top-class racing, lighter crowds, and a brilliant day out to round off the season in style.

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Race Night
Featuring One Night in Nashville 

1st May 2026

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The grand finale of the 2025/26 season.
Cheltenham’s only evening fixture is packed with atmosphere, entertainment, and live racing under the lights. The perfect way to say goodbye to the season and celebrate one last time.

We look forward to welcoming you!

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