The Christmas Meeting
Visitors can celebrate the holiday season with two days of top-quality racing at Cheltenham Racecourse. Following the Friday races, guests can watch the Tattersalls Cheltenham Sales offering point-to-pointers and form horses in the sales ring. Hospitality experiences and private boxes provide seasonal dining and course views.
What to Expect
Two days of festive jump racing and bloodstock sales.
Event Details
Ages
Under 18s race free (excluding Cheltenham Festival)
Timed Entry
No
Organizer
The Jockey Club
Food & Drink
Hospitality offers award-winning dishes made with fresh, local and seasonal produce.
Local Insight & Ratings
Family Friendly
Best For
Horse-racing fans and festive-season racegoers
Vibe
Festive and exciting
Energy Level
Moderate
Photo Friendly
Moderate
Weather Sensitivity
Moderate
Location
Know Before You Go
- Tickets: Admission tickets from £30.50. Under-18s race free; apply for a free children's ticket online. Hospitality from £119. – Get tickets
- Parking: Car parking, coach drop-offs, local bus services and taxi drop-offs all serve the racecourse.
- Accessibility: The racecourse has a sensory room.
Tips & Advice
- Book your admission tickets in advance, since booking early gets you the best price for the Christmas Meeting.
- Apply online ahead of time for a free children's ticket for each under-18 in your group, since under-18s race free.
- Sign up to RacePass first if you are aged 18 to 24, because it can save up to 50% on an admission ticket.
- Stay on after Friday's racing for the Tattersalls Cheltenham Sales, where winning and placed point-to-pointers and form horses go through the sales ring.
- Read the guide to the three enclosures before buying, so you pick the one that suits your day at the races.
Special Events & Promotions
- Tattersalls Cheltenham Sales after racing on Friday, with winning and placed point-to-pointers and form horses in the sales ring.
- RacePass: up to 50% off an admission ticket for 18 to 24-year-olds who sign up.
- Under-18s race free with a free children's ticket applied for online.
- New this season: The Favourite Membership, with Club Enclosure access at all 16 fixtures plus the Members' Marquee and Istabraq Bar.
Quick Actions
Frequently Asked Questions
Can children come?
Yes. Under-18s race free, but you need to apply for a free children's ticket online.
What happens after racing on Friday?
The Tattersalls Cheltenham Sales take place in the sales ring. They offer a select group of winning and placed point-to-pointers and form horses.
What hospitality options are there?
Hospitality packages serve award-winning dishes made with fresh, local, seasonal produce. Private Boxes for groups of ten or more come with views over the course.
Is there a discount for young adults?
Yes. If you're 18 to 24, signing up to RacePass saves up to 50% on an admission ticket.
How do I get to the racecourse?
You can drive and use the car parks, come by coach, take a local bus, or get dropped off by taxi.
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