Whilst there is no formal dress code in place, we appreciate that many guests like to dress up for the Festival. It is home to some of the finest racing in the world, and with the finest racing often comes the finest fashion.
During The Cheltenham Festival, fancy dress is not permitted in Hospitality, restaurant facilities, or in the Club Enclosure. Fancy dress is permitted in other areas as long as the outfit isn’t offensive, and at our discretion, we reserve the right to decline entry should the need arise.
Most male guests tend to choose Collar & Tie, while most female guests often opt for elegant dresses or smart outfits. The racecourse suggests: wrap up warm!
10:30 – Gates Open
10:45 – Facility Opens, Morning Coffee On Arrival
12:15 – Lunch Is Served
13:20 – First Race
16:00 – FEATURE RACE
16:25 – Afternoon Tea
17:20 – Last Race*
18:15 – Carriages
*Bar closes on the commencement of the last race
The Venue is excellent value for money, offering you and your guests a world-class Cheltenham Festival hospitality experience at a lower cost. Don’t miss your chance to experience the pinnacle of National Hunt Racing at the famous Cheltenham Racecourse in 2026.
The facility is located within the exclusive courtyard area of the Official Festival Hospitality Village at the racecourse. A firm favourite among those that attend Champion Day, it is further enhanced by fabulous live entertainment from David ‘Yosser’ Hughes and input from our very own celebrity racing experts.
Cheltenham Festival – The Venue Hospitality Highlights:
- Live entertainment from popular musician David “Yosser” Hughes
- Luxurious hospitality facility located in the exclusive Courtyard area of the tented village
Cheltenham Festival – The Venue Hospitality Package includes:
- Luxurious hospitality facility located in the exclusive Courtyard area of the Official Festival Hospitality Village
- Club admission badges
- Morning coffee and biscuits on arrival
- Four-course luncheon with wines and liquors
- Full afternoon tea at Cheltenham Racecourse
- Complimentary bar of beers, wines, spirits and soft drinks
- Live music from the popular David ‘Yosser’ Hughes
- Racing newspapers
- Race card
- Reserved car parking labels at Cheltenham Racecourse (1 per 4 guests)
- Plasma televisions
- Event documentation
- VIP hostess service at Cheltenham Racecourse
Cheltenham Festival Day One: Tuesday 10th March 2026
Day one of the Cheltenham Festival, otherwise known as Champions Day, is widely popular for the Champions Hurdle and the iconic Cheltenham Roar. With racegoers giddy with excitement, Champions Day starts one of the most thrilling weeks at Cheltenham Racecourse. Let the sheer fun and action begin with the Cheltenham Festival Silks facility.
RACE TIME
|
RACES
|
PRIZE MONEY
|
| 13:20 |
The Sky Bet Supreme Novices’ Hurdle Race (Grade 1) |
£150,000 |
| 14:00 |
The Arkle Challenge Trophy Novices’ Steeple Chase (Grade 1) |
£200,000 |
| 14:40 |
The Fred Winter Juvenile Handicap Hurdle Race (Premier Handicap) |
£80,000 |
| 15:20 |
The Ultima Handicap Chase (Premier Handicap) |
£150,000 |
| 16:00 |
The Unibet Champion Hurdle (Grade 1) |
£450,000 |
| 16:40 |
The TrustATrader Plate Handicap Chase (Premier Handicap) |
£150,000 |
| 17:20 |
The Princess Royal National Hunt Novices’ Handicap Chase |
£100,000 |
Cheltenham Festival Day Two: Wednesday 11th March 2026
Style Wednesday (Ladies Day) is renowned for adding a splash of colour to first-class racing at the racecourse. With our Cheltenham Festival Silks hospitality, guests can dress in high style while witnessing the Queen Mother Champion Chase at Cheltenham Racecourse during the festival.
RACE TIME
|
RACES
|
PRIZE MONEY
|
| 13:20 |
Turners Novices’ Hurdle Race (Grade 1) |
£150,000 |
| 14:00 |
The Brown Advisory Novices’ Steeple Chase (Grade 1) |
£200,000 |
| 14:40 |
The Coral Cup Handicap Hurdle (Premier Handicap) |
£110,000 |
| 15:20 |
Glenfarclas Cross Country Steeple Chase (A Limited Handicap) |
£75,000 |
| 16:00 |
The BetMGM Queen Mother Champion Steeple Chase (Grade 1) |
£400,000 |
| 16:40 |
The Debenhams Johnny Henderson Grand Annual Challenge Cup Handicap Steeple Chase (Premier Handicap) |
£150,000 |
| 17:20 |
The Weatherbys Champion Bumper (A Standard Open NH Flat Race) (Grade 1) |
£80,000 |
Cheltenham Festival Day Three: Thursday 12th March 2026
Day three is regarded as St. Patrick’s Thursday, allowing Cheltenham racecourse to organise an Irish theme for the Cheltenham Festival. Whether team Ireland or team Great Britain, racegoers celebrate the festival in big style. Don’t miss all the fun with our Cheltenham Festival Silks Hospitality.
RACE TIME
|
RACES
|
PRIZE MONEY
|
| 13:20 |
The Ryanair Mares’ Novices’ Hurdle (Grade 2) |
£105,000 |
| 14:00 |
Jack Richards Novices’ Limited Handicap Steeple Chase (Grade 2) |
£125,000 |
| 14:40 |
The Close Brothers Mares’ Hurdle (Grade 1) |
£125,000 |
| 15:20 |
The Paddy Power Stayers’ Hurdle (Grade 1) |
£325,000 |
| 16:00 |
The Ryanair Steeple Chase (Grade 1) |
£375,000 |
| 16:40 |
The Pertemps Network Final Handicap Hurdle (Premier Handicap) |
£110,000 |
| 17:20 |
The Rosconn Group Fulke Walwyn Kim Muir Amateur Jockeys’ Handicap Steeple Chase |
£75,000 |
Cheltenham Festival Day Four: Friday 13th March 2026
Day four and the final day of the Cheltenham Festival occur on Friday. While the day centres around the Gold Cup, day four is the climax of an exciting week. Make sure you keep an eye out for former jockeys, trainers, and numerous owners. Cheltenham Festival Silks Hospitality packages are selling fast – don’t hesitate to book your Silks hospitality to secure your place at the Cheltenham racecourse.
RACE TIME
|
RACES
|
DISTANCE
|
| 13:20 |
The JCB Triumph Hurdle (Grade 1) |
£150,000 |
| 14:00 |
The William Hill County Handicap Hurdle (Premier Handicap) |
£110,000 |
| 14:40 |
The Mrs Paddy Power Mares’ Chase (Grade 2) |
£130,000 |
| 15:20 |
The Albert Bartlett Novices’ Hurdle (Grade 1) |
£150,000 |
| 16:00 |
The Boodles Cheltenham Gold Cup (Grade 1) |
£625,000 |
| 16:40 |
The Festival Challenge Cup Open Hunters’ Steeple Chase |
£50,000 |
| 17:20 |
The Martin Pipe Conditional Jockey’s Handicap Hurdle |
£75,000 |
Cheltenham Festival – The Venue Hospitality Package
The Cheltenham Festival is the biggest meeting of the National Hunt Racing season. The Venue is excellent value for money, offering you and your guests a world-class Cheltenham Festival hospitality experience at a lower cost.
Don’t miss your chance to experience the pinnacle of National Hunt Racing at the most famous Cheltenham Racecourse in sport in 2026.
The facility is located within the exclusive courtyard area of the Official Festival Hospitality Village at the racecourse. A firm favourite among those that attend Champion Day, it is further enhanced by fabulous live entertainment from David ‘Yosser’ Hughes and input from our very own celebrity racing experts.
The Venue FAQs – Cheltenham Festival:
Where is The Venue Hospitality located?
You can find the hospitality facilities for The Venue at Cheltenham for the Cheltenham Festival and its other iconic events in the courtyard area of the Official Tented Festival Hospitality Village at the racecourse.
The atmosphere is high-end, but relaxed, making it not only a great way to enjoy the world-class horse racing action with your guests, but it is also ideal for networking with clients, entertaining colleagues or employees, as well as celebrating a special occasion with your family and friends.
How much will The Venue Hospitality cost for each day at the Cheltenham Festival?
For each of the four days of the iconic Cheltenham Festival for 2026, prices for hospitality at The Venue differ. Prices start at £459 per person plus VAT, which is for the second day, Wednesday, which is for Ladies Day.
Below are our prices for each day of the 2026 Cheltenham Festival:
Day One – Champion Day (Tuesday 10th March): £479pp plus VAT
Day Two – Ladies Day (Wednesday 11th March): £479pp plus VAT
Day Three – St. Patrick’s Thursday (Thursday 12th March): £499pp plus VAT
Day Four – Gold Cup Day (Friday 13th March): £599pp plus VAT
The fourth and final day arguably holds the most prestige, with the iconic and historic Cheltenham Gold Cup taking place on the Friday at the 2026 Cheltenham Festival.
What does The Venue Hospitality Package include?
Experience the incredible and memorable benefits of our The Venue VIP Hospitality Package with your guests, no matter which day (or days!) you choose to attend the Cheltenham Festival.
It includes: Live Entertainment from David ‘Yosser’ Hughes, club admission badges, morning coffee and biscuits on arrival, a four course luncheon with wines and liquors, a full afternoon tea, a complimentary bar of beers, wines, spirits, and soft drinks, racing newspapers, a race card, reserved car parking labels at the racecourse (1 per 4 guests), Plasma televisions, Event documentation, and a VIP hostess service.
Is there a dress code for The Venue?
Whilst there is no formal dress code, you are still expected to wear smart clothing; for example, men tend to wear a collared shirt and tie. Note that you are not allowed to wear fancy dress in the hospitality facility, as well as in the restaurants, or in the club enclosure, though it is allowed in other areas (as long as it is not offensive).
It is also advised by the racecourse that you wrap up warm for the afternoon’s racing on each day of the Cheltenham Festival in 2026 (weather dependent).
What is the Itinerary for The Venue Hospitality?
Below is a sample itinerary for all those who choose to purchase our VIP The Venue Hospitality Package for the 2026 Cheltenham Festival.
10:30 – Gates Open.
10:45 – Facility Opens, Morning Coffee and biscuits on arrival.
12:15 – Lunch is served.
13:20 – The first race starts.
16:00 – The Feature Race for the day gets underway.
16:25 – Afternoon Tea.
17:20 – Last Race (Bar closes once this final race commences.)
18:15 – Carriages.
How do I contact Eventmasters if I have a query for The Venue?
There are a number of ways to contact us if you have a query for The Venue Hospitality Package. You can get in touch with Eventmasters via the contact form at the bottom of the page, or you can, if you prefer, call our dedicated sales team directly on 0121 233 6500.
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