Cheltenham Festival Tickets 2026: Prices Guide

Healy Racing PhotosEvery National Hunt racing fan should experience the Cheltenham Festival in person at least once. The atmosphere is second to none and it’s always an honour to see the most talented horses fighting it out to win the best races.

There are different options available with regards to tickets for the Cheltenham Festival and we’re going to provide you with all the information you need in order to buy tickets for this year’s four-day feast.

Below is our guide to Cheltenham Festival 2026 ticket prices.

When is the Festival?

The Cheltenham Festival dates are well known. It starts on Tuesday 10th March and concludes on Friday 13th March, which means there’s only one month to go. The early bird options are no longer available but below is the list of pricing windows.

• Super Early Bird (17th March 2025 - 30th April 2025)

• Early Bird (1st May 2025 - 4th December 2025)

• Advanced Sale (5th December - 5th February 2026)

• General Sale (6th February - the day before race day)

• On the gate (day of)

Friday’s fixture is usually the first to sell out, so if you’re interested in buying tickets for Gold Cup Day, you might want to order them sooner rather than later.

How much is a ticket to Cheltenham Races?

There are three separate enclosures and they all have different pricing brackets. Below they are listed with their ticket prices for the various pricing windows.

Best Mate enclosure

• Super Early Bird - £35 Tuesday - Thursday, £50 Friday

• Early Bird - £47 Tuesday - Thursday, £64 Friday

• Advanced Sale - £54 Tuesday - Thursday, £71 Friday

• General Sale - £60 Monday - Wednesday, £80 Friday

• Gate - £70 Tuesday - Thursday, £89 Friday

Tattersalls Enclosure

• Super Early Bird - £52 Tuesday - Thursday, £67 Friday

• Early Bird - £67 Tuesday - Thursday, £82 Friday

• Advanced Sale - £75 Tuesday - Thursday, £89 Friday

• General Sale - £82 Monday - Wednesday, £97 Friday

• Gate - £91 Tuesday - Thursday, £113 Friday

Club Enclosure Cheltenham Tickets

• Super Early Bird - £83 Tuesday - Thursday, £99 Friday

• Early Bird - £100 Tuesday - Thursday, £117 Friday

• Advanced Sale - £109 Tuesday - Thursday, £127 Friday

• General Sale - £115 Monday - Wednesday, £135 Friday

• Gate - £126 Tuesday - Thursday, £149 Friday

Hospitality

There are different hospitality packages and experiences available throughout the Festival.

Healy Racing PhotosHospitality boxes are a great way to enjoy the racing in style and the excellent chefs offer up menus featuring some of the best locally sourced ingredients.

Recent changes

Due to customer feedback, one of the changes that has been made for the Festival this year is a reduction in maximum capacity.

This is probably a positive move to improve the experience for racegoers by tackling overcrowding although it does mean that fewer tickets will be available, so make sure to purchase your tickets as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.

FAQ Cheltenham Tickets 2026

Will I be able to buy Cheltenham tickets on the day?

Yes, you can purchase walk-up tickets at the gates, but only if the specific race day and enclosure haven't already sold out.

How much is a ticket to Cheltenham races?

Ticket prices for the 2026 Cheltenham Festival vary by enclosure and how early you book, currently starting at £54 to £103.50.

When and why do Cheltenham ticket and package prices change?

Prices increase incrementally through tiered release windows—from "Super Early Bird" to on-the-day "Gate Prices"—to reward early booking and help organizers manage capacity. Additionally, costs naturally fluctuate depending on the specific enclosure you choose and the overall demand for certain race days, with Gold Cup Friday always commanding the highest premium.

Can I upgrade my Cheltenham racecourse ticket?

Yes, you can upgrade your ticket to a more premium enclosure by paying the price difference, provided that the area hasn't already sold out. While you can often upgrade on the day for standard fixtures, you should contact the racecourse well in advance for major events.

If I can no longer attend, can I give my someone else Cheltenham ticket?

Yes, you can give your ticket to a friend or family member if you are unable to attend, provided you are not selling it for profit. The Jockey Club strictly prohibits the unauthorized resale of tickets (touting) and may cancel resold tickets, but gifting it to someone you know is perfectly fine. You can simply send them the "Print at Home" PDF, or they can download the official Cheltenham Racecourse App and import the digital ticket using the QR code and your order confirmation details.

Does the Cheltenham Racecourse offer voucher codes?

While traditional "promo codes" are rarely issued for highly anticipated events like the Gold Cup, The Jockey Club does provide several official ways to get discounted tickets. The most consistent ways to save include:RacePass 18to24, Student Discounts, Group Bookings and Multi-Day Tickets.