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 2027.
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 16th March 2027
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.
Below is the race schedule for day one from 2026, with the schedule for 2027 yet to be confirmed.
RACE TIME
|
RACES
|
DISTANCE
|
| 13:20 |
The Sky Bet Supreme Novices’ Hurdle Race (Grade 1) |
2m abt 1/3f |
| 14:00 |
The Singer Arkle Challenge Trophy Steeple Chase (Grade 1) |
Abt 2m |
| 14:40 |
The McCoys Contractors Juvenile Handicap Hurdle Race (Registered as the Fred Winter – Premier Handicap) |
2m abt 1/2f |
| 15:20 |
The Trustmarque Ultima Handicap Chase (Premier Handicap) |
3m 1f |
| 16:00 |
The Unibet Champion Hurdle (Grade 1) |
2m abt 1/2f |
| 16:40 |
The Sun Racing Plate (A Handicap Steeple Chase) (Premier Handicap) |
2m abt 4f |
| 17:20 |
The National Hunt Steeple Chase Challenge Cup (Novices’ Handicap Steeple Chase) (Class 2) |
3m abt 6f |
Cheltenham Festival Day Two: Wednesday 17th March 2027
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.
Below is the race schedule for day two from 2026, with the schedule for 2027 yet to be confirmed.
RACE TIME
|
RACES
|
DISTANCE
|
| 13:20 |
Turners Novices’ Hurdle Race (Grade 1) |
2m abt 5f |
| 14:00 |
The Brown Advisory Novices’ Steeple Chase (Grade 1) |
3m abt 1f |
| 14:40 |
The Cup Handicap Hurdle (A Handicap Hurdle Race) (Premier Handicap) |
2m abt 5f |
| 15:20 |
Glenfarclas Cross Country Steeple Chase (A Limited Handicap) |
3n abt 5 1/2f |
| 16:00 |
The BetMGM Queen Mother Champion Steeple Chase (Grade 1) |
Abt 2m |
| 16:40 |
The Debenhams Johnny Henderson Grand Annual Handicap Steeple Chase Challenge Cup (Premier Handicap) |
Abt 2m |
| 17:20 |
The Weatherbys Champion Bumper (In Memory of Sir Johnny Weatherby) (A Standard Open NH Flat Race) (Grade 1) |
2m abt 1/2f |
Cheltenham Festival Day Three: Thursday 18th March 2027
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.
Below is the race schedule for day three from 2026, with the schedule for 2027 yet to be confirmed.
RACE TIME
|
RACES
|
DISTANCE
|
| 13:20 |
The Ryanair Mares’ Novices’ Hurdle (Grade 2) |
2m abt 1f |
| 14:00 |
Jack Richards Novices’ Limited Handicap Chase (Grade 2) |
2m 4 1/2f |
| 14:40 |
The Close Brothers Mares’ Hurdle (Grade 1) |
2m abt 4 1/2f |
| 15:20 |
The Paddy Power Stayers’ Hurdle (Grade 1) |
Abt 3m |
| 16:00 |
The Ryanair Chase (Grade 1) |
2m 4 1/2f |
| 16:40 |
The Pertemps Network Final Handicap Hurdle (Premier Handicap) |
Abt 3m |
| 17:20 |
The Rosconn Group Fulke Walwyn Kim Muir Challenge Cup Handicap Steeple Chase |
2m abt 4 1/2f |
Cheltenham Festival Day Four: Friday 19th March 2027
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.
Below is the race schedule for day four from 2026, with the schedule for 2027 yet to be confirmed.
RACE TIME
|
RACES
|
DISTANCE
|
| 13:20 |
The JCB Triumph Hurdle (Grade 1) |
2m abt 1f |
| 14:00 |
The William Hill County Handicap Hurdle (Premier Handicap) |
2m abt 1f |
| 14:40 |
The Mrs Paddy Power Mares’ Steeple Chase (Grade 2) |
2m abt 4 1/2f |
| 15:20 |
The Albert Bartlett Novices’ Hurdle (Grade 1) |
Abt 3m |
| 16:00 |
The Boodles Cheltenham Gold Cup Steeple Chase (Grade 1) |
3m abt 2 1/2f |
| 16:40 |
The Festival Challenge Cup Open Hunters’ Steeple Chase |
3m abt 2 1/2f |
| 17:20 |
The Martin Pipe Conditional Jockey’s Handicap Hurdle |
2m abt 4 1/2f |
Cheltenham Festival – The Venue Hospitality Package
The Cheltenham Festival returns to Cheltenham Racecourse from Tuesday 16th March to Friday 19th March 2027, bringing together four days of elite National Hunt Racing.
Eventmasters offers The Venue hospitality across all four days of the Festival. Located within the exclusive courtyard area of the Official Festival Hospitality Village, The Venue provides a lively and relaxed base for dining, drinks and entertainment throughout the racing day.
The Venue is a non-viewing hospitality facility. Guests can enjoy the hospitality experience inside The Venue before heading out into the racecourse enclosures and grandstands to watch the racing, returning to the facility between races.
The Venue Hospitality Package includes:
- Luxurious hospitality facility within 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
- Complimentary bar serving beers, wines, spirits and soft drinks
- Live music from David ‘Yosser’ Hughes
- Racing newspapers
- Souvenir racecard
- Reserved car parking at Cheltenham Racecourse, with one space per four guests
- Plasma television screens
- Event documentation
- VIP hostess service
Guests booked together will be seated together within the facility.
Combining premium dining, a complimentary bar and live entertainment, The Venue offers excellent value for guests looking for a dedicated hospitality base while retaining easy access to the atmosphere and racing around Cheltenham Racecourse.
The package is well suited to corporate entertaining, networking with clients, rewarding colleagues or enjoying the Festival with family and friends.
The Venue – Cheltenham Festival Corporate Hospitality 2027
The Venue is located in the courtyard area of the Official Festival Hospitality Village at Cheltenham Racecourse and is available across all four days of the 2027 Festival.
As a non-viewing facility, The Venue is designed to provide guests with a dedicated hospitality base throughout the day. Guests can enjoy their four-course lunch, complimentary drinks and live entertainment inside the facility before heading into the racecourse enclosures and grandstands for the racing.
The Cheltenham Festival features some of the most prestigious races in National Hunt Racing, including the Cheltenham Gold Cup, Champion Hurdle, Queen Mother Champion Chase, Stayers’ Hurdle and Supreme Novices’ Hurdle.
The most recent Cheltenham Gold Cup was won in 2026 by Gaelic Warrior, trained by Willie Mullins and ridden by Paul Townend.
Experience The Venue hospitality across the four days of the 2027 Cheltenham Festival, combining a relaxed hospitality setting with access to the racing and atmosphere around Cheltenham Racecourse.
To compare The Venue with the other facilities available during the meeting, explore our Cheltenham Festival Hospitality Packages.
The Venue FAQs – Cheltenham Festival 2027
Where is The Venue Hospitality located?
The Venue is located within the courtyard area of the Official Festival Hospitality Village at Cheltenham Racecourse.
It provides a relaxed hospitality base for dining, drinks and entertainment throughout the day and is well suited to corporate entertaining, client networking and enjoying the Festival with family and friends.
Can I watch the racing from The Venue?
The Venue is a non-viewing hospitality facility, so there are no direct views of the racecourse from inside the facility.
Guests can leave The Venue to watch the racing from the racecourse enclosures and grandstands before returning to the hospitality facility between races.
How much does The Venue Hospitality cost for the Cheltenham Festival 2027?
The Venue Hospitality is currently available from £519 to £649 per person plus VAT, depending on the Festival day selected.
Prices and availability may change, so guests should check the latest options when booking.
What does The Venue Hospitality Package include?
The Venue Hospitality Package includes:
- Club admission badges
- Morning coffee and biscuits on arrival
- Four-course luncheon with wines and liquors
- Full afternoon tea
- Complimentary bar serving beers, wines, spirits and soft drinks
- Live entertainment from David ‘Yosser’ Hughes
- Racing newspapers
- Souvenir racecard
- Reserved car parking, with one space per four guests
- Plasma television screens
- Event documentation
- VIP hostess service
Guests booked together will be seated together within the hospitality facility.
Is there a dress code for The Venue?
There is no formal dress code for The Venue, although many guests choose smart race-day attire for the Cheltenham Festival.
Collared shirts, ties, suits, smart jackets and dresses are common choices, and guests should also dress appropriately for the March weather.
Fancy dress is not permitted within hospitality facilities, restaurants or the Club Enclosure during the Festival.
What is the itinerary for The Venue Hospitality?
The following is a sample itinerary for The Venue during the Cheltenham Festival:
10:30 – Racecourse gates open
10:45 – The Venue opens; morning coffee and biscuits on arrival
12:15 – Four-course lunch served
13:20 – First race
16:00 – Feature race
16:25 – Afternoon tea
17:20 – Final race and complimentary bar closes
18:15 – Carriages
Timings are intended as a guide and may be subject to change.
How can I contact Eventmasters about The Venue Hospitality?
To enquire about The Venue Hospitality for the 2027 Cheltenham Festival, complete the enquiry form on this page or call Eventmasters on 0121 233 6500 to speak with a member of the hospitality team.
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