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Betfred St Leger Festival
Betfred St Leger Festival
Thu 11 Sep - Sun 14 Sep

You're invited to experience all the excitement, prestige and festival-feels at one of the best and most highly-anticipated horse racing festivals in the country, taking place over four days.

The Betfred St Leger Festival is one of the highlights of the flat racing season
. Thousands attend to watch history in the making across four thrilling days of action and excitement. Day 1 is the glamorous Ladies Day, Day 2 is the perfect lads' day out for Doncaster Cup Day, Day 3 we have the Group 1 Betfred St Leger Stakes, this historic race has been won by some legendary horses through the decades and jubilant crowds watch on to see a little piece of horse racing history each year.   All of this culimating in Day 4, our grand finale with Betfred Sunday Funday for all the family to enjoy!   

What our members are saying:
"Good day out highly recommended, enjoyed by all"
"Good selection of places to eat, & drink, and plenty of areas to view the racing. Would recommend & I will attend future events"
"Great day out at the races... there was a good atmosphere & the horse racing was excellent"
The Doncaster Racecourse Betfred St Leger Festival is one of the most prestigious race weeks of the British horse racing calendar and an experience not to be missed!  You can expect a mix of music, photo opportunities, as well as our normal variety of delicious food and drink across the course and fantastic entertainment line ups to be confirmed.

See last year's highlights: 

Ladies Day - Doncaster Racecourse Book now
Thu, 11 Sep 2025 at 11:50am


ABOUT THE EVENT
Experience a girl's day out like no other! Get ready for a glamorous day at the Betfred St Leger Festival! Ladies Day 2025 is going to be the ultimate celebration of fashion, racing, and entertainment, making it one of the most anticipated events in the horse racing calendar. Expect a spectacular display of stunning outfits, eye-catching hats, and an electric atmosphere as racegoers enjoy a Ladies Day races experience like no other.
This glamorous occasion is the perfect way to kickstart the Doncaster Betfred St Leger Festival, setting the tone for an incredible week of world-class racing. Whether you're here for the Style Awards, top-tier racing action, or a fantastic day out with friends, Ladies Day at the Betfred St Leger Festival promises to deliver it all.
General Admission - Grandstand | Children 17 and under go free to the races when accompanied by an adult - Children do not require a ticket in advance and a free ticket will be issued on the day

Access Fee: £5.00
Doncaster Cup Day - Doncaster Racecourse Book now
Fri, 12 Sep 2025 at 11:50am


ABOUT THE EVENT
Join us on Friday at Doncaster Races for day two of the Betfred St Leger Festival. Watch the thrilling Betfred Doncaster Cup, enjoy world-class racing, live entertainment, and indulge in great food and drink – all part of an action-packed day out in Doncaster.
Catch the excitement of top-tier racing, headlined by the historic Betfred Doncaster Cup – the oldest race still run under official rules, first held in 1766. Racing fans won't want to miss it.
Get ready to cheer on the best British stars at the Betfred St Leger races as they aim for glory, while Irish contenders push hard to take the win.
General Admission - Grandstand | Children 17 and under go free to the races when accompanied by an adult - Children do not require a ticket in advance and a free ticket will be issued on the day

Access Fee: £5.00
Betfred St Leger Day - Doncaster Racecourse Book now
Sat, 13 Sep 2025 at 11:20am


ABOUT THE EVENT
Along with witnessing history-in-the making when the runners and riders enter the stalls to compete in the World's oldest Classic, expect to experience a social occasion and atmosphere like nothing else.
This is THE pinnacle of Doncaster events to attend in 2025. The city flocks to experience all the drama and showmanship you'd expect from an event of this calibre. But it's not only the proud Yorkshire folk that won't want to miss any of the action – the eyes of the World will be on Doncaster Racecourse for this epic moment in the British Flat horse racing calendar.
General Admission - Grandstand | Children 17 and under go free to the races when accompanied by an adult - Children do not require a ticket in advance and a free ticket will be issued on the day

Access Fee: £5.00
Betfred Sunday Funday: FT Leger Legends Charity Race - Doncaster Racecourse Book now
Sun, 14 Sep 2025 at 12:05pm


ABOUT THE EVENT
Last but by no means least, the grand finale of the Betfred St Leger Festival Doncaster 2025 promises to be the most exciting closing day yet. We are raising the bar this year with an experience that celebrates the very best of horse racing festivals.
It's the perfect day out for everyone, whether you're looking for a pub garden feel where you can sit back, be entertained and enjoy a pint or Prosecco with friends, or you're on the hunt for sporting action – we've got you covered!
As well as the thrilling live horse racing, the Betfred Sunday Funday will feature an abundance of free entertainment and activities, including: Arrival entertainment in reception Home Straight & Garden Suite, Roaming brass band, Leger Legends Race, Kids disco, Stilt walkers & jugglers, Colouring, Reading corner, Character appearances throughout the day, Treasure hunt, Yorkshire Air Ambulance
General Admission - Grandstand | Children 17 and under go free to the races when accompanied by an adult - Children do not require a ticket in advance and a free ticket will be issued on the day

Access Fee: £5.00