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The Betfred Derby Festival

Plan your day at The Betfred Derby Festival

The Betfred Derby Festival 2026 at Epsom Downs Racecourse will take place on Friday 5 - Saturday 6 June 2026. Find all the information you need to help you plan your day below.

 

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Plan Your Day

Event Schedule

Made for History Makers:

What time is The Betfred Derby and other races?

 

The Betfred Derby Enclosures

Made for Experiences:

Take a look at what's new for 2026 and choose the perfect enclosure for you and your guests.

Open Top Buses & Coaches

Made for Your Big Day Out:

Buses and coaches are a hugely traditional & fun part of The Betfred Derby Festival experience, renowned as a great way to soak up the day with friends!

Entertainment

Made for Fun:

Soak up the festival atmosphere with live entertainment and music throughout the day at The Betfred Derby Festival.

Group Bookings

Made for Friends:

Join us at The Betfred Derby Festival as a group in 2026 and you could save up to 25% on your booking!

Food and Drink

Made for Flavour:

Where to eat and drink at The Betfred Derby Festival.

Raceday Style

Made for Glamour:

What to wear to The Betfred Derby Festival, for whichever enclosure you chose from Hospitality to Grandstand and more.

FAQs

We are here to help with all the frequently asked questions to plan your day at The Betfred Derby Festival

Venue Accessibility

Made For Everyone:

We work very hard to make sure our course is accessible to everyone, regardless of their ability and whatever their needs. We welcome racegoers with disabilities and offer a range of facilities to enable you to get the most from your day.

Visit Our Partners

 

Hyperion Lawn, Grandstand Enclosure

 

Visit the Debenhams Day Spa on the Hyperion Lawn for complimentary hair and makeup touch-ups – plus Debenhams’ signature fragrance discovery station!

 

Not accessible to DerbyFest, Community Zone or Upper Tattenham ticket holders.

Queen Elizabeth II Stand

 

Oliver Brown will be based in the QEII Stand at Epsom Racecourse. They are pleased to offer a dedicated top hat cleaning service, giving guests the opportunity to have their hats expertly cleaned and refreshed on the day, ideal for a final polish before stepping out. Alongside this, a curated showcase of the Oliver Brown offering will be on display, highlighting their range of morning wear and top hats available to hire or purchase in advance of the event with the team being on hand to offer guidance, ensuring every detail is considered ahead of race day.

 

Not accessible to non-Queen Elizabeth II Stand ticket holders


Ultimate Provence Terrace, Queens Elizabeth II Stand


Soak up the atmosphere and enjoy a fantastic view of the winning post at the Ultimate Provence Terrace. Experience the theatre of Ultimate Provence Rosé, poured from a striking 6 litre bottle on the Ultimate Provence Terrace. Taking place on Ladies Day, between 3.00pm and 4.00pm, The Ultimate Hour sets the scene in the lead up to the Betfred Oaks, a moment designed for bold pours and shared celebrations. We invite guests to arrive early to enjoy a show stopping serve, soak up the atmosphere, and be part of one of the standout moments of the day. Elevated pours. Unmissable energy. We invite guests to arrive early to enjoy a show stopping serve, soak up the atmosphere, and be part of one of the standout moments of the day. Elevated pours. Unmissable energy.


Not accessible to non-Queen Elizabeth II Stand ticket holder

 

Grandstand Enclosure


Soak up the Ibiza spirit with a party for every music taste and mood; feel-good house, dancefloor anthems and everything in between. Expect vibrant performers, DJ sets that keep the energy soaring and a trackside atmosphere like no other.


Not accessible to DerbyFest, Community Zone or Upper Tattenham ticket holders.

 

Grandstand Enclosure

 

GAUCHO invites you to experience modern Argentine dining at The Betfred Derby Festival. Known for its exceptional steaks and outstanding Malbec wines, GAUCHO offers a relaxed yet refined place to dine throughout the day.

 

Not accessible to DerbyFest, Community Zone or Upper Tattenham ticket holders.

 

Hyperion Lawn, Grandstand Enclosure

 

Home of ‘The Derby Spritz’ cocktail, find the Bottlegreen tricycle serving the signature beverage of The Betfred Derby Festival by the Hyperion lawn.

 

Not accessible to DerbyFest, Community Zone or Upper Tattenham ticket holders.

 

Queen Elizabeth II Stand

 

Visit the Moët & Chandon Bar and enjoy the first international luxury Champagne whilst enjoying all the racing and entertainment of The Betfred Derby Festival.

 

Not accessible to non-Queen Elizabeth II Stand ticket holders

 

Hyperion Lawn, Grandstand Enclosure

 

With fantastic views overlooking the parade ring, enjoy a glass of Award Winning Sparkling Wine, Made in the Garden Of England on the Hyperion Lawn.

 

Not accessible to DerbyFest, Community Zone or Upper Tattenham ticket holders.

Getting here and where to stay


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