Where are the Family Racedays in September?

Features | 1st September 2026

Check out the racecourses’ websites for full details. Entry and entertainment for kids is free at most of the fixtures.

Here’s a look at all those fixtures in September.

Newmarket

Sunday 6 September

The will be fun for all at the annual YorkMix Family Raceday. Children’s book character The Gruffalo is sure to be popular when he makes an appearance throughout the day and there will also be inflatables, zorb football, and sublime science. In the Racing Interactive Zone there will be the chance to try on racing silks, meet the track’s equine ambassador retired racehorse Remy and question some racing experts.

Fontwell

Sunday 6 September

The K-Pop Superstars will be making an appearance at the Sussex track’s Family Festival. There will be loads to do with funfairs, face painting and other entertainment. Visitors are welcome to bring a picnic to enjoy.

Horses approach the stands at Fontwell

Doncaster

Sunday 13 September

Chase and Skye from Paw Patrol will make sure everyone enjoys Doncaster’s Sunday Funday.

They will be mingling with visitors to the Yorkshire course as they enjoy a variety of entertainment and activities to amuse all the family.

Hamilton

Monday 28 September

There will be a fun-filled afternoon with a range of activities to entertain all the family, especially younger visitors to the Scottish track.

Experience The Thrill of Horse Racing

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  • Prince Charles and Camilla arriving at Royal Ascot in their carriage