The Virgin Bet Scottish Sprint Cup Raceday on Easter Saturday

Join us for one of the biggest social and sporting highlights of the Easter weekend. Our Easter Saturday Raceday delivers a full day of thrilling racing, vibrant entertainment including music by Banjo Lounge in-between the races and unforgettable moments – the perfect excuse to gather your friends, family or colleagues for a fantastic day out.

Top-Class Racing: Experience a spectacular programme of first-class action on the track, featuring:

• The Virgin Bet Scottish Sprint Cup – one of Scotland’s fastest and most exhilarating races
• The prestigious Virgin Bet Queen’s Cup – a historic and highly anticipated contest
• NEW for 2026: The Virgin Bet £80,000 Listed Goliath Cup, a brand-new Class 1 contest and our second Class 1 flat race in our annual fixture list.

Between races, enjoy a buzzing atmosphere filled with street food stalls, delicious treats and lively drinks destinations. Whether you're toasting a win or simply soaking up the atmosphere, there’s something for everyone to enjoy together.

Family-Friendly Fun: Bring the whole family and head to our dedicated Kid’s Clip Clop Zone, featuring:

• The return of the hugely popular Easter Bunny
• Free fairground rides for all ages
• Free face painting

Plus, don’t miss the world-famous Corgi Derby, adding a fun and heart-warming twist to the day’s excitement. Kids 17 years and under go FREE when accompanied by an adult, making it a brilliant value Easter day out.

After-Racing Party

The excitement doesn’t stop at the final race. Stay on for our after-racing party, hosted by Garry Spence from Forth One, keeping the party atmosphere alive for a full hour after the racing concludes.

• 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. 
• All timings are provisional and may change. Please keep an eye on our website and social media channels for any changes.
• Children 17 years and under are admitted FREE at Musselburgh Racecourse, except for New Years Day and Ladies Day, 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.
• 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. Please note, there will be a price increase for student and concession tickets purchased on the day.
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