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Saturday 11 July 2026

July Cup Day 2026

Name: The Debenhams July Festival
Start: 2026-07-09T11:59
Location: Newmarket Racecourse

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THE PINNACLE OF THE JULY COURSE'S FLAT SEASON

The final day of The Debenhams July Festival is all about the Al Basti, Dubai July Cup. This Group 1 Race is one of the most valuable and prestigious sprint races in the world and the winner is often acknowledged to be the best sprinter in Europe.

The day is also eternally popular with families who flock to our relaxed garden enclosure for quality time together.

Gates Open 11.40am

First Race 1.40pm

Last Race 5.10pm

After Races Entertainment Starts: 5:30pm (approx) End: 6:45pm (approx)

Timings subject to change

Gates Open 11.40am

First Race 1.40pm

Last Race 5.10pm

After Races Entertainment Starts: 5:30pm (approx) End: 6:45pm (approx)

TIME	RACE	DISTANCE
1.40pm	The Rossdales British EBF Fillies' Maiden Stakes	7f
2.12pm	TrustATrader 20th Anniversary Fillies' Handicap Stakes	7f
2.50pm	The bet365 Mile Handicap	8f
3.25pm	The bet365 Superlative Stakes	7f
4.00pm	The bet365 Bunbury Cup (Heritage Handicap)	7f
4.35pm	The Al Basti Equiworld, Dubai July Cup	6f
5.10pm	The Trust A Trader Handicap Stakes	12f

Plan Your Day

July Cup Day Map

Don’t miss a thing on July Cup Day at The Debenhams July Festival, view and download our festival guide here.

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Plan Visit

All the information you need to plan your raceday.

FAQs

Do you have any questions about your visit to Newmarket Racecourses? Here's everything you need to know.

When and what time is the July Cup?

When is the July Cup 2026?

The July Cup 2026 will take place on Saturday 11 July at Newmarket Racecourses. It is the final day of the 3 day July Festival at Newmarket and is the pinnacle of the event.

What time is the July Cup 2026?
The July Cup will be run at 4.35pm

Times may be subject to change closer to the raceday.

View the July Cup Roll of honour

The Debenhams Spring/Summer Style Guide

All the Race Day essentials you need to shop from Debenhams.com

The Racing Calendar has commenced, signalling the official start of spring/summer with Britain’s finest outdoor occasions that are worth dressing up for. That said, finding the perfect Race Day outfit can be a little tricky – if you don’t know where to look, of course.

Lucky for you, you can find the best occasionwear styles on the market right here… and they’re all available to shop on Debenhams.com! Browse our favourite looks below and prepare to win best-dressed attendee at every event you turn up to this summer.

Whether you’re looking for the best women’s ensembles, the smartest men’s attire, or must-have beauty to keep you looking flawless from paddock to party, Debenhams has it all – and it’s only a tap away…

View THE Style Guide

Highlights from July Cup Day 2025

Our dedication to Sustainability

Our mission is to act for the long-term good of British horseracing but we also have a responsibility to our customers and beyond and are determined to have a positive impact on the world around us. In 2012 we launched the Going Green programme to engage our colleagues and get their help with improving the environmental impact of our business.

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