Cheltenham Festival Overview
The Cheltenham Festival is back with jockeys, trainers, horses and spectators all heading to Prestbury Park for four days of thrilling racing action. Scheduled from March 10 to March 13, 2026, this event is one of the most anticipated sporting events of the year.
The first race of each day begins at 1:20 PM, culminating with the last race at 5:20 PM. The final two races of each day will not be shown on ITV but can be watched on Racing TV, providing fans with multiple viewing options.
Highlights of the Festival
The opening day features the Champion Hurdle, a highlight of the festival, showcasing some of the best horses in the sport. Notable winners from previous races include Old Park Star, who triumphed in the SkyBet Supreme Novices’ Hurdle at 15/8 odds, and Kargese, who won the Singer Arkle Challenge Trophy Novices’ Chase at 7/1 odds.
Additionally, Saratoga claimed victory in the McCoy Contractors Juvenile Handicap Hurdle at 10/1 odds, while Lossiemouth took home the Champion Hurdle Challenge Trophy at 7/5 odds. Other notable performances include Madara’s win in the Sun Racing Plate Handicap Chase at 3/1 odds and Holloway Queen’s success in the Princess Royal National Hunt Challenge Cup Novices’ Handicap Chase at 12/1 odds.
Ticket Information
Tickets for the first three days of the festival start from £54, with various pricing options available for different enclosures. The Club Enclosure ticket price is £103.50, while Tattersalls tickets are priced at £73.80, catering to a wide range of attendees.
As the festival approaches, excitement builds among fans and participants alike, with expectations for thrilling races and memorable moments. Observers anticipate a competitive atmosphere, with many looking forward to the performances of top horses such as The Mighty Celt, Johnnywho, and others.
Details remain unconfirmed regarding additional events or changes to the schedule, but the enthusiasm for the 5.20 Cheltenham race remains high as the festival draws near.
