Musselburgh Racecourse trio of summer race days

The Musselburgh race card is packed with possibilities for spectators as the track prepares to host a top-class trio of summer races this year.

Article Source: Musselburgh Racecourse
Last Updated: 26 April 2022 12:08

Join in the excitement with Edinburgh Gin Raceday (21 May), celebrate The Queen’s magnificent Platinum Jubilee weekend (4-5 June) or get glammed up to the nines for Scotland’s most prestigious five-star Ladies Day (5 August).

The exhilarating Sensational 7, Summer programme begins with the return of The Edinburgh Gin Raceday featuring The Edinburgh Cup. In addition to high-quality racing, there will be plenty of opportunities to party and enjoy some great food and drink: catch live music from local bands on the courtyard stage; sip botanical-inspired cocktails from the Edinburgh Gin Tipple Trailer and savour dishes from some of Scotland’s finest street food vendors.

Musselburgh Racecourse has a proud Royal heritage, opened by Princess Anne and visited by The Queen, and its Platinum Jubilee Weekend in June will honour the monarch’s 70 years on the throne in a way that pays tribute to her enthusiasm for the sport.

Offering a fabulous weekend of celebrations for everyone, from racing enthusiasts to families, groups of friends and couples, it begins on Saturday, June 4 with the £50,000 Inch’s Cider Scottish Sprint Cup Raceday. Then the Skybet Sunday Series Raceday, featuring the Queen of Scots Fillies Stakes and the Jubilee Family Fair, follows on 5th June.

As well as racing, spectators will be able to enjoy live music, indulge in delicious fresh street food and enjoy a range of local beers and ciders. The Funkwagen DJ will also be there to get the party started.

With a real family feel and party atmosphere, the event is suited to all ages and visitors are encouraged to bring along a picnic and join in the street-party extravaganza. The day is also packed with family activities including a free funfair and face-painting, plus prizes for the best dressed Prince and Princess.

The course’s Queen Stand is also hosting the Big Jubilee Lunch, catered for by Royal Warrant holders Heritage Portfolio, followed by Afternoon Tea inspired by items served at The Queen’s Garden Parties.

Glad rags will be the order of the day later in the summer when the course welcomes the glamour of Stobo Castle Ladies Day on August 5. Part of the Sensational 7 series, it has traditionally been held on a Saturday but will now take place on Friday.

An annual sell-out, for more than a decade, it has been Scotland’s premier five-star Ladies Day and one of the country’s biggest fashion extravaganzas. Showcasing all the top racing action alongside dazzling fashion parades, there is an after-race party with celebrity DJs, A-lister celebrities, some fantastic food and drink, live entertainment and amazing fashion prizes.

Packages include a day at the beautifully decorated Picnic Pavilion marquee. Located alongside the running rail, it is in prime position for viewing the action and has its own dedicated bar, betting facilities and private washrooms.
Elegance is obligatory and the most marvellous afternoon mandatory.

Book tickets for the Edinburgh Gin Raceday before midnight on May 20 and save £5 per person www.musselburgh-racecourse.co.uk/view-fixture/the-edinburgh-cup-2022

Book tickets for the Jubilee Weekend before midnight on April 29 to save £10 per person www.musselburgh-racecourse.co.uk/tickets/afternoon-meeting-04-06-2022

Book tickets for Stobo Castle Ladies Day - Purchase your advanced adult ticket now and save £5.00. On the day gate price will be £55.00
www.musselburgh-racecourse.co.uk/view-fixture/stobo-castle-ladies-day-2022

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