Saturday 1st August 2026
Approx: 11:45
Approx: 13:45
Approx: 17:20
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On Saturday, 1st August 2026, join us for a Summer Saturday afternoon of thrilling flat racing on the turf, followed by entertainment that will keep the summer vibes going all day long 🎤✨.
There’s something special about August horse racing, long summer days, competitive action on the turf, and the lively buzz of the crowd. Each race brings its own drama, and every spectator has the chance to share in the excitement, whether trackside or watching from indoors with a cool drink in hand.
Cheer on the jockeys and horses as they go head-to-head across a full afternoon card, then stay to soak up the festival feel with entertainment that transforms Doncaster Racecourse into the ultimate summer day out. Expect live music, delicious food stalls, and plenty of opportunities to relax and enjoy the day with friends and family. 🎊
For the 1st August Summer Saturday Series 2026 fixture, for the first hour after gates open, we're offering:
50% off draught drinks, including: | Lager | Cider | Ale | Guinness | Soft Drinks
Your first pint on this Summer Saturday could be just £3.25!
£10 off any bottle of: House Wine | Prosecco | Champagne | Pimms Jugs
Arena Racing Company T&Cs Apply: **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 Offer can be withdrawn upon the racecourse's discretion at any time.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.
Looking for a standout afternoon in Doncaster? The Summer Saturday Series is the perfect blend of sport and celebration. It’s not just about the action on the trac, it’s about the atmosphere, the people, and the memories you’ll make together. With the buzz of competition, live entertainment, it’s the ideal way to make the most of a weekend in South Yorkshire.
Whether you’re out with friends, enjoying a family evening, or celebrating something special, this mix of thrilling horse racing and entertainment is not to be missed.
Tickets are on sale now! Don’t miss your chance to be part of this unmissable summer afternoon. Make your raceday unforgettable and elevate the experience with our premium hospitality options , where you can enjoy the racing from the best seats in the house alongside first-class food and service.
Children 17 and under go free* to the races when accompanied by an adult (*exclusions may apply). Children do not require a ticket in advance and a free ticket will be issued on the day.
Concessions discounts are only available on the day.
All bookings directly through our website and over the phone with our customer service team do not incur a fulfilment fee – the price you see, is the price you pay! Bookings through our official hospitality partner Seat Unique have a fulfilment / booking fee applied. All bookings are made in accordance with our terms and conditions of entry.
Access:Family lawn, Silver Patriarch bar, Silver Patriarch eateries and Silver Patriarch betting outlets
Features:Enables you to bring a picnic with one chair per person (no drinks), kids go free
Discount:Book in advance to secure the best price
*Please note this ticket does NOT cover any post entertainment
Access:Grandstand, pre-parade ring, parade ring, grandstand public bars, grandstand eateries, main betting hall and outlets, food court
Features:Enables you to watch all of racing action
Discount:Book in advance to secure the best price
Access:Grandstand, pre-parade ring, parade ring, grandstand public bars, grandstand eateries, main betting hall and outlets, food court
Features:Enables you to watch all of racing action
Discount:Book in advance to secure the best price
Access:Grandstand, pre-parade ring, parade ring, public bars, eateries, betting hall and outlets, food court
Features:Includes your raceday programme and enables you to watch all of racing action
Dining:Includes one pint of lager, a glass of house wine or a soft drink and a traditional pie
*Please note this offer has limited availability
Access:County enclosure, all county public bars, all county public eateries and all county public betting outlets
Features:Access to the Champagne Lawn (weather dependant), access to the Old Weighing Room during the summer months, access to all grandstand areas, enables you to watch all of the racing action and any live entertainment
Discount:Book in advance to secure the best price
Access:County enclosure, all county public bars, all county public eateries and all county public betting outlets
Features:Access to the Champagne Lawn (weather dependant), access to the Old Weighing Room during the summer months, access to all grandstand areas, enables you to watch all of the racing action and any live entertainment
Discount:Book in advance to secure the best price
Access:County enclosure, all county public bars, all county public eateries and all county public betting outlets
Details:Includes your raceday programme and enables you to watch all of racing action and any live entertainment
Dining:Includes one glass of Prosecco, Pimms No1 cocktail, pint of beer or a soft drink
*Please note this offer has limited availability
Access:Premier enclosure (3rd floor of the Eco Power Stand, all public bars, all public eateries and all public betting outlets
Features:Access for an exclusive number of people with the best views overlooking the finishing line and balcony viewing for racing, full access to county (including the Champagne Lawn) and grandstand areas
Discount:Book in advance to secure the best price
Dress Code:
The dress code for the Premier Enclosure is jacket for gentlemen with tie optional and smart attire for ladies. Jeans and sportswear are not permitted in this area.
We would also request that children dress smartly when joining us in the Premier Enclosure.
