Yes, booking tickets in advance is strongly advised as some enclosures are likely to sell out, so book early to avoid disappointment.
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St. Patrick's Thursday is where the spirit of Cheltenham meets the soul of Ireland, creating an unmatched festival atmosphere that’s both joyous and fiercely competitive.
The day is a celebration of all things Irish, from the exhilarating cheers that echo from the stands to the thrilling races that unfold on the course. Feel the passion as the horses with Irish roots vie for glory, and witness the fervour of Irish racing fans, whose energy turns the racecourse into a sea of green and gold. At the centre of it all is the Ryanair Chase and the Paddy Power Stayers’ Hurdle, two of the festival’s most anticipated events, where unforgettable performances and moments of glory are etched into Cheltenham history.
St. Patrick's Thursday offers an experience filled with Irish music, dance, and camaraderie.
From the lively atmosphere of the Guinness Village to the more exclusive settings of the hospitality suites, every moment is drenched in the unique blend of fun and tradition that only St. Patrick’s Day at Cheltenham can offer. Nothing feels like Cheltenham.
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We’ve listened to your feedback and invested in a number of key enhancements to improve the overall Customer Experience at The Festival across the areas that matter to you most.
Our goal is to ensure that your visit to the Cheltenham Festival not only meets, but exceeds your expectations; because at its best, nothing feels like Cheltenham.
There are three main areas of practical changes, designed to improve every stage of your time with us.
Cheltenham Racecourse is one of the most popular sporting venues in the country, welcoming over 400,000 racegoers a year. It is a pilgrimage for racing fans from across the world. We operate a gift shop on every race day, so you can take away a special memory of your visit. It is our pleasure to now offer you some of our favourite items for online purchase.
Yes, booking tickets in advance is strongly advised as some enclosures are likely to sell out, so book early to avoid disappointment.
Our postcode is GL50 4SH for use with GPS equipment. However on a raceday customers are strongly advised to follow the yellow, temporary signs when entering Cheltenham and the local area and not the brown permanent signs.
Please check the event schedule for the most up to date timings.
Please note that these times are subject to change.
All racegoers intending to park on-site during Cheltenham Festival will require a car parking pass. The parking passes are no longer available to purchase online.
There is no set dress code for Cheltenham Festival but we ask customers to dress for the weather, take some inspiration from our Style Guide on our dress code page.
See all the frequently asked questions here.