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Welcome to Musselburgh Racecourse
Exemplary Horse Racing Since 1816
Musselburgh Racecourse is firmly established as one of the UK’s most stylish racecourses, offering award-winning facilities in a 5-star visitor attraction located only 6 miles from Edinburgh with excellent transport links and free parking. There’s something for everyone with racing hosted throughout the year from Ladies Day to Family Racedays. We’re proud to be the home of the world-famous Corgi Derby. Come racing!
Upcoming racedays
Hospitality & VIP
Give your guests the finest experience
Queen's Stand Private Suites
Epperston Restaurant Experience
The Racegoer Experience
The Punters Restaurant Package
The Punters Restaurant Package: 3-course
The Punters Restaurant Experience
Queen's Stand Private Suites
Enjoy the most exclusive and elegant location on a raceday. Our private Queen's Stand Suites are the ultimate jewel in our crown. With balcony views across the racecourse, the final furlong, you can soak up the atmosphere while you and your guests enjoy a memorable raceday experience.
Epperston Restaurant Experience
Dine in style, in our Epperston Restaurant ~ perfect for intimate gatherings of 2-8 people. Situated on the lower floor of our Queen's Stand, offering stunning views across the winning post, the racecourse, and the parade ring - our Queen's Stand has a real royal flare. Opened by the late Elizabeth II, it is rich in racing heritage and tradition.
The Racegoer Experience
This is a fantastic way to spend a day at the races with a loved one or friend.
Included in this amazing experience is a mouthwatering lunch in our ‘Owners and Trainers Restaurant’ including a private table for the day. This restaurant is located on the lower floor of our historic Grandstand.
You’ll enjoy a private table for the day, a set three-course casual dining menu, a glass of champagne and a race programme each.
The Punters Restaurant Package
Experience this wonderful new package in The Queen’s Stand which features a home hearty menu. Offering stunning views across the winning post, the racecourse, and the parade ring - our Queen's Stand has a real royal flare. Opened by the late Elizabeth II, it is rich in racing heritage and tradition.
The Punters Restaurant Package: 3-course
Experience this wonderful package in The Queen’s Stand which features a home hearty menu. Offering stunning views across the winning post, the racecourse, and the parade ring - our Queen's Stand has a real royal flare. Opened by the late Elizabeth II, it is rich in racing heritage and tradition.
The Punters Restaurant Experience
Experience this wonderful new package in The Queen’s Stand which features a home hearty menu. Offering stunning views across the winning post, the racecourse, and the parade ring - our Queen's Stand has a real royal flare. Opened by the late Elizabeth II, it is rich in racing heritage and tradition.
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Experience the seasonal highlights
The Virgin Bet Scottish Sprint Cup Raceday on Easter Saturday
Saturday 4 April 2026
Edinburgh Cup Raceday in partnership with Edinburgh Gin
Saturday 6 June 2026
The Family Raceday
Tuesday 21 July 2026
90’s Friday Night at the Races
Friday 31 July 2026
Ladies Day
Friday 7 August 2026
Oktoberfest Raceday in partnership with the Royal Regiment of Scotland
Saturday 12 September 2026
New Year’s Day Raceday
Friday 1 January 2027
The bet365 Scottish Cheltenham Trials
Date announcement coming soon
The Virgin Bet Scottish Sprint Cup Raceday on Easter Saturday
Join us at one of Easter weekend’s most electric sporting events with a high energy celebration of top-quality racing featuring a listed race and over £300,000 prize money
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Edinburgh Cup Raceday in partnership with Edinburgh Gin
Experience the buzz of our flagship raceday, as the Edinburgh Cup explodes into life with thrilling racing, live music, and an epic after-party. It’s a summer day out not to be missed.
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The Family Raceday
Time for fun with all the family featuring pony and horse racing, free funfair rides, pony rides, face painting, arts & crafts and more!
90’s Friday Night at the Races
Take a trip down memory lane and start your weekend at the races with our award-winning 90’s race night.
Ladies Day
Scotland’s biggest and most prestigious 5-Star annual-sell out Ladies Day.
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Oktoberfest Raceday in partnership with the Royal Regiment of Scotland
Get ready for a thrilling day of racing and Bavarian revelry! Blending the excitement of seven competitive flat races, including the Musselburgh Gold Cup, with the festive spirit of Germany’s most iconic celebration (yes, it officially starts in September!).
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New Year’s Day Raceday
Step into the New Year in true style with a sparkling celebration that blends top-class jumps racing, live ceilidh band, the Winer Style Awards and an unbeatable party atmosphere.
The bet365 Scottish Cheltenham Trials
The build-up to Cheltenham and the Grand National Festivals starts here, as we stage the pinnacle of our jumps season in unforgettable style. This standout fixture attracts some of the UK and Ireland's leading jump trainers, owners and horses, aiming to secure some of the £400,000+ prize pot we have on offer.
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