Fixtures and Times
For our 2026 season we have 16 meetings, these include a selection of afternoons, evenings, weekends and family days.
Here at Ripon Racecourse, we offer a fantastic, affordable day out and excellent value for money. Whether you’re planning a day racing and a meal with your partner, a stag or hen party with friends, or a fun family outing, there is something for everyone at Yorkshire’s Garden Racecourse.
If you have any questions, our friendly team is always happy to help — just call 01765 530530 or email info@ripon-races.co.uk
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Join us for our first fixture on Thursday 16th April. 🎟️ Tickets will be available soon. Join us for Afternoon Racing on Saturday 25th April. 🎟️ Tickets will be available soon. Join us for Evening Racing on Friday 8th May. 🎟️ Tickets will be available soon. Join us for our fun filled Family Day on Sunday 17th May. 🎟️ Tickets will be available soon. Join us for Afternoon Racing on Thursday 28th May. 🎟️ Tickets will be available soon. Join us for an evening of racing on Wednesday 3rd June. 🎟️ Tickets will be available soon. Join us for Evening Racing on Wednesday 17th June. 🎟️ Tickets will be available soon. Join us for Ladies’ Day on Thursday 18th June. 🎟️ Tickets will be available soon. Join us for an evening of racing on Monday 6th July. 🎟️ Tickets will be available soon. Join us at the Go Racing in Yorkshire Summer Festival on Saturday 18th July. 🎟️ Tickets will be available soon. Join us for an evening of racing on Monday 27th July. 🎟️ Tickets will be available soon. Join us for an afternoon of family fun on Monday 3rd August. 🎟️ Tickets will be available soon. Join us for the William Hill Great St Wilfrid on Saturday 15th August. 🎟️ Tickets will be available soon. Join us for Bank Holiday Family Fun Day on Monday 31st August. 🎟️ Tickets will be available soon. Join us for Afternoon Racing on Tuesday 1st September. 🎟️ Tickets will be available soon. Join us for the Theakston Beer Festival and Harvest Festival on Saturday 26th September. On this day we are supporting Ripon Community House with our Harvest Festival Initiative – if you would like to contribute, please bring along a food donation and drop it in our collection point to support the amazing work they do. 🎟️ Tickets will be available soon.
Thursday 16th April – Season Opener
⏰ Gates open: TBC | 🏁 First race: TBC
Saturday 25th April – Afternoon Racing
⏰ Gates open: TBC | 🏁 First race: TBC
Friday 8th May – Evening Racing
⏰ Gates open: TBC | 🏁 First race: TBC
Sunday 17th May – Traditional Family Day
⏰ Gates open: TBC | 🏁 First race: TBC
Thursday 28th May – Afternoon Racing
⏰ Gates open: TBC | 🏁 First race: TBC
Wednesday 3rd June – Evening Racing
⏰ Gates open: TBC | 🏁 First race: TBC
Wednesday 17th June – Evening Racing
⏰ Gates open: TBC | 🏁 First race: TBC
Thursday 18th June – Ladies’ Day
⏰ Gates open: TBC | 🏁 First race: TBC
Monday 6th July – Evening Racing
⏰ Gates open: TBC | 🏁 First race: TBC
Saturday 18th July – Go Racing in Yorkshire Festival
⏰ Gates open: TBC | 🏁 First race: TBC
Monday 27th July – Evening Racing
⏰ Gates open: TBC | 🏁 First race: TBC
Monday 3rd August – Family Day
⏰ Gates open: TBC | 🏁 First race: TBC
Saturday 15th August – William Hill Great St Wilfrid
⏰ Gates open: TBC | 🏁 First race: TBC
Monday 31st August – Bank Holiday Family Day
⏰ Gates open: TBC | 🏁 First race: TBC
Tuesday 1st September – Afternoon Racing
⏰ Gates open: TBC | 🏁 First race: TBC
Saturday 26th September – Theakston Beer Festival
⏰ Gates open: TBC | 🏁 First race: TBC
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