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Pete Tong to headline Grand National Day

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DJ Pete Tong is set to continue the Grand National Day party atmosphere with a se after racing live in the Red Rum Garden.

The legendary DJ has a career stretching back over four decades as a broadcaster, clubland DJ and music industry tastemaker, with his emphasis always firmly focused on people having fun.

The Red Rum Garden will hit capacity, so get there early to make sure you end the Grand National Festival in style.

Aprés Racing in the Red Rum Garden

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Après will be bringing the Après Racing Party to Red Rum Garden. Expect their signature party energy from the first race through to the evening celebrations.

Look forward to a vibrant mix of local DJs, live dancers, saxophonists, bongos and more, creating a festival feel between races. Exclusively on Ladies Day, the Red Rum Garden will host the Après Racing Party, continuing the party after the last race.

O BEACH

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For the first time ever on a UK racecourse, O Beach will bring it's iconic Ibiza energy to racing's biggest party. Brand new for 2026, The Festival Zone will host the world famous beach club, offering an elevated social experience, blending curated music, high-energy atmosphere and the unmistakable O Beach look and feel throughout the day.

Get there early to grab your seat, then soak up the Balearic atmosphere all day long with live racing on screens, and party vibes in between. Be one of the first to experience this unmissable experience and start a brand new Grand National story, only in the Festival Zone.

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BOXPARK

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BOXPARK Liverpool will return to the Randox Grand National Festival for 2026, bringing bringing even more energy, entertainment and street food to the Festival Zone.

The energy will be unmatched once again. Expect a mix of disco, house and party anthems from some of Liverpool’s most recognised names, alongside interactive moments, giveaways and surprise performances across the three days. It’s set to be the place to Eat, Drink, and Play all weekend long at The Randox Grand National Festival.

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Entertainment Schedule

Get ready for a full day of energy, music, and unforgettable moments across the Festival Zone!

 

For the first time, we welcome the iconic O Beach, bringing its signature party atmosphere to the experience. Alongside our fantastic roaming performers, you’ll find live bands setting the tone in the Garden Club and Courtyard, plus standout acts across key locations including...

 

Aintree Pavilion 

The Revival Band will be performing at intervals throughout the day, closing the stage with a final set at 18:15


Red Rum Garden Stage

A selection of DJs will be brining feel-good beats to Red Rum Garden, featuring Adam Foxcrift, Dean Peet, Warren Cane and Ant Armstrong, concluding at 17:10

 

Don't miss the Horse Auction between 17:20-18:30

 

Box Park

Keep the party going with DJ's at intervals throughout the day including Dom Townsend, Danny Black, Joel Lee and Rob Cain, ending at 18:15

Get ready for a full day of energy, music, and unforgettable moments across the Festival Zone! Highlights include the Après Racing Party after the last race in Red Rum Garden (until 18:30) and the Style Awards announcement at 15:10.

For the first time, we welcome the iconic O Beach, bringing its signature party atmosphere to the experience. Alongside our fantastic roaming performers, you’ll find live bands setting the tone in the Garden Club and Courtyard, plus standout acts across key locations including...

 

Aintree Pavilion 

The Revival Band will be performing at intervals throughout the day, closing the stage with a final set at 18:25


Red Rum Garden Stage

A selection of DJ's will be bringing feel-good beats to Red Rum Garden, featuring Annie Clegg, Chloe V, Kayla Lou, and ending with the ultimate Aprés Racing Party with Kaci-Lea Lynch concluding at 18:30


Don’t miss the coveted Style Awards being announced at 15:10

 

Box Park

Keep the party going with a selection of DJ's at intervals throughout the day including the likes of AMBA, Sean Myers, Rob McPartland and more ending at 18:25

Get ready for a full day of energy, music and unforgettable moments across the Festival Zone. Headline act is Pete Tong after racing in the Red Rum Garden after from 17:05 - 18:30.

 

For the first time, we welcome the iconic O Beach, bringing its signature party atmosphere to the experience. Alongside our fantastic roaming performers, you’ll find live bands setting the tone in the Garden Club and Courtyard, plus standout acts across key locations including...

 

Aintree Pavilion 

The Revival Band will be performing at intervals throughout the day, closing the stage with a final set at 18:25.


Red Rum Garden Stage

A selection of DJ's will be bringing feel-good beats to Red Rum Garden at intervals through the day featuring Dom Dunn, Kayla Lou, and more.

 

Don’t miss the headline with Pete Tong after racing from 17:05 - 18:30

 

Box Park

Keep the party going with a selection of DJ's at intervals throughout the day including Sean Myers, Rob McPartland, Lee Butler and more, ending at 18:25

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The Style Awards
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The Style Awards

The Randox Grand National Festival celebrates the best in racing, style and fashion as The Style Awards returned to Ladies Day at Aintree Racecourse.

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Enclosures & Stands
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Enclosures & Stands

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Grand National Dress Code
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Grand National Dress Code

There’s no official dress code at The Grand National. We encourage you to come dressed to feel your best! Aintree is a spectacle of colour for all three days of the festival, with many using their trip as an opportunity to showcase their favourite raceday looks".

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