We’re delighted to welcome you back to Doncaster Racecourse for the start of our popular Meadowhall Summer Saturdays Series, kicking off the bank holiday weekend with Daytime Disco!
Join us for an incredible day of competitive racing and a high-energy disco playing all the biggest hits throughout the day in the Exhibition Hall.
Please note: Children aged 18 and under go free but must be accompanied by a parent or guardian who has a valid entry ticket. Concessions discounts are available at the gate.
Ahead of the gates opening, here’s everything you need to know:
Timings
- Gates open: 14:35
- First race: 16:35
- Last race: 20:02
- Entertainment: From 3pm
50% Off Drinks – First Hour After Gates Open
On Saturday, 2nd May for the first hour after gates open, you can enjoy:
- 50% off draught drinks – including soft drinks, lager, cider, bitter, and Guinness. Your first pint could be just £3.25!
- £10 off any bottle of house wine, Prosecco, Champagne, or jug of Pimms!
**Up to 50% off drinks terms and conditions: Offer strictly available for 1 hour after the advertised gate opening time only. Offer only available for general attendance customers including annual members and owners & trainers. Offer can be withdrawn upon the racecourse's discretion at any time. Please speak to a member of the team for further details where needed. Please drink responsibly.
Entertainment
Get ready for a day of nonstop dancing and unforgettable party vibes! Shortly after gates open, the party starts in the Exhibition Hall. Enjoy high-energy DJ sets, chart-topping tracks and an unrivalled atmosphere as the DJs play all the biggest hits.
Relive classic party anthems from throughout the years, at one of the most popular fixtures in the Meadowhall Summer Saturdays Series. The disco will continue for 45 minutes after the last race, so you can keep on dancing after the racing action concludes. Grab a drink, cheer on the horses, and soak up the disco vibes in the exhibition hall!
Please note that access to the entertainment is available exclusively to Grandstand, County, Premier, and Hospitality ticket holders for this raceday. The disco will take place in the Exhibition Hall from approximately 3pm to 8:47pm.
Hospitality Packages – Selling Fast!
There's still time to book one of our popular hospitality packages, but they are selling fast. Elevate your raceday experience with one of the below packages, or head to our website for our full range of hospitality options:
Pizza & Poretti (From £96pp) – Enjoy hospitality admission, a rustic pizza of your choice, a bottle of Poretti, glass of Prosecco, house wine or a soft drink and a private table for the entire fixture.
Home Straight Restaurant (From £135pp) – Our popular Home Straight Restaurant offers delicious food, refreshing drinks, a private table and unrivalled views of the racing action.
Click here to book now and avoid missing out!
If you’ve booked and would like to upgrade your tickets, please reach out to our sales team on 01302 304200 or racingnorth@arenaracingcompany.co.uk.
Meet Tony Knowles
Don’t miss the opportunity to meet snooker legend, Tony Knowles. Knowles is a two-time ranking event winner and an icon of the sport, who rose to a career-high world ranking of number two in the 1984/85 season.
In recent years, Tony has remained a well-known face in the sport, competing regularly in the World Seniors Championship. Tony will be meeting and mingling throughout the day.
Dress Code
Standard dress code applies. Details available here: https://www.doncaster-racecourse.co.uk/visitor-experience/dress-code
Parking
- Car Park A (opposite the main stand): Reserved for Annual Members, Owners & Trainers, Hospitality & Restaurants, and Blue Badge Holders (permit/ticket/ID required).
- Car Park C (next to the Family Enclosure): Free for all guests, first-come, first-served.
Please follow the yellow road signage to direct you to the correct car park.
Transport
101 Shuttle Buses to Doncaster Racecourse will be running from 14:15 to 16:45 from Doncaster Interchange, Stand B2, on Saturday 2nd May 2026. This service will return from 19:15 onwards.
Fares are £3 for a single and £5 for a return ticket, and no other passes or concessions are valid on this service.
Security
- Bag checks on entry – no bags larger than A4 size.
Ticket Information
Tickets are available at the gate or online HERE.
FAQS
We are a cashless site, so we only accept card payments.
Download our raceday-ready app for access to your tickets, the racecard, and tips.
You can find more information, including food & drink, security, and payment, via our FAQ page here.
Thank you for booking tickets, and above all, enjoy your time at Doncaster Racecourse. For any other questions, please contact us.
