Howden Christmas Racing Weekend
Visitors can celebrate the festive season with Ascot's final racing fixture of the year, combining a competitive Jumps card with festive food and drink. Spectators can watch the horses from the Parade Ring, Pre-Parade Ring, Grandstand, and trackside lawns, or upgrade to elevated viewing areas with dedicated bars. The event also hosts festive family activities alongside the racing.
What to Expect
Ascot's final race meeting of the year featuring quality Jumps racing.
Event Details
Ages
Kids (under 18s) race free when accompanied by an adult.
Timed Entry
No
Organizer
Ascot Racecourse
Food & Drink
Festive food and drink are available off the track; optional hospitality packages include buffet or three-course dining and a welcome drink.
Local Insight & Ratings
Family Friendly
Best For
Jumps racing fans and families visiting on saturday
Vibe
Festive and sporty
Energy Level
Moderate
Budget
££
Photo Friendly
High
Weather Sensitivity
Moderate
Location
Know Before You Go
- Tickets: Advance admission: Queen Anne Enclosure from £19; Queen Anne Enclosure group tickets for groups of 7+ from £15; King Edward VII Enclosure from £29. On the gate: King Edward VII Enclosure £35 and Queen Anne Enclosure £24, subject to availability. Under-18s race free when accompanied by an adult and do not need an admission ticket. The Jumps Season Pass includes Queen Anne Enclosure admission for all eight 2026/7 Jumps season fixtures Hospitality packages are also described, but no package prices are stated. – Get tickets
- Hours: Gates open 10:45am.
Tips & Advice
- Book admission in advance, since advance prices are listed and on-the-gate tickets are subject to availability.
- Visit on Saturday if you want family activities; no family entertainment is scheduled for Friday.
- For a group of seven or more, compare Queen Anne Enclosure group tickets, which have a lower listed starting price.
- Under-18s do not need an admission ticket when accompanied by an adult; older teens may be asked for proof of age.
- Choose King Edward VII Enclosure admission if elevated viewing and additional Level 4 Grandstand bars suit your visit.
Special Events & Promotions
- Family activities on Saturday 19 December only.
- Friday's Jumps card features the Grade 2 Howden Noel Novices' Chase and a Listed Bumper.
- Group tickets for the Queen Anne Enclosure for groups of 7 or more, with savings on standard prices.
- A Jumps Season Pass gives Queen Anne Enclosure entry to all eight 2026/27 Jumps fixtures.
Quick Actions
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I bring children?
Yes. Under-18s go free with an adult and don't need a ticket. Older teens may be asked for ID to prove their age.
Are there family activities?
Yes, but only on Saturday 19 December. There's no family entertainment on the Friday.
What's the racing like on the Friday?
Friday has a Jumps card that includes the Grade 2 Howden Noel Novices' Chase, which Simonsig and Politologue won before going on to win at the Cheltenham Festival. A Listed Bumper finishes the day.
What's the difference between the enclosures?
The Queen Anne Enclosure gives general access to the Grandstand, Pre-Parade Ring, Parade Ring viewing and the trackside lawns. The King Edward VII Enclosure adds raised viewing and extra bars on Level 4 of the Grandstand.
What hospitality is on offer?
The Classic Package in the Parade Ring Restaurant has a buffet lunch, a welcome drink and a private balcony overlooking the Parade Ring. The Signature Package in ON 5 Restaurant has a three-course set menu with an afternoon tea buffet and fifth-floor views of the course.
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