Cheltenham Festival 2026 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 prestigious event is one of the most anticipated sporting events of the year.
The first race of the day will commence at 1:20 PM, with the final race scheduled for 5:20 PM. Each day will feature seven races, culminating in the excitement of the last event.
Key Races and Winners
The opening day will highlight the Champion Hurdle, a key event that draws significant attention. Notable winners from the festival 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.
Other impressive performances include Lossiemouth, who claimed victory in the Champion Hurdle Challenge Trophy at 7/5 odds, and Madara, who won the Sun Racing Plate Handicap Chase at 3/1 odds. Additionally, Holloway Queen secured a win in the Princess Royal National Hunt Challenge Cup Novices’ Handicap Chase at 12/1 odds.
Viewing and Ticket Information
While the first three days of the festival will be covered by ITV starting at 12:45 PM, the final two races each day will not be shown on that channel but can be viewed on Racing TV. Ticket prices for the festival start from £54 for the Best Mate enclosure, with options available for Club Enclosure tickets priced at £103.50 and Tattersalls tickets at £73.80.
As the festival approaches, excitement continues to build among racing enthusiasts and participants alike, with many looking forward to the thrilling atmosphere and competitive spirit that define the Cheltenham Festival.
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