Thursday 11 - Saturday 13 July 2024
The July Festival at Newmarket
Thursday 11 July
Ladies Day
At The July Festival
Friday 12 July
Festival Friday
At The July Festival
Saturday 13 July
July Cup Day
At The July Festival
BLOOMIN' GOOD FUN
The July Festival is the pinnacle of the Summer season at Newmarket Racecourses. The ultimate summer raceday!
Get ready to experience the ultimate Summer raceday at Newmarket Racecourses' July Festival! Three days filled with heart-pounding horseracing, luxurious hospitality, and a vibrant atmosphere like no other await you.
Ladies Day and the Sustainable Style Awards showcase elegance and fashion, while Festival Friday and July Cup Day bring the excitement and adrenaline to new heights. Every moment promises to be unforgettable, with something for everyone to enjoy.
But it's not just about the races – it's a chance to showcase your summer style with a sustainable twist. Dress to impress and be in with a chance to win big at the Sustainable Style Awards!
After the races, the party continues with live entertainment on all 3 days, to keep you dancing into the night on the picturesque July Course. It's an event you won't want to miss!
So mark your calendars and be part of the spectacle at The July Festival.
RACING IN FULL BLOOM
There’s nothing quite like an afternoon on Newmarket’s picturesque and historic July Course and as the summer arrives, all eyes turn to The July Festival.
Running from Thursday to Saturday, the festival is packed full of Group racing, with the feature race the Group One July Cup on the Saturday. Run over six furlongs, the July Cup is one of the most valuable and prestigious sprint races in the world and horses often travel from Australia and America to stake their claim.
Friday is headlined by a top-level contest in the form of the Group One Tattersalls Falmouth Stakes for fillies and mares over a mile. The race offers the first high-profile opportunity for the top three-year-old fillies to test themselves against older rivals and is regularly one to savour.
Day one is ‘Ladies Day’ and as one of THE dates in the social calendar offering thrilling racing and fabulous sustainable fashion in equal measure. The seven-race card is headlined by the Group Two Princess of Wales's Tattersalls Stakes over a mile and a half and boasts some high-profile previous winners, including Ascot Gold Cup winner Big Orange in 2015 and 2016. Off the track, the Sustainable Style Awards gives racegoers the opportunity to walk away with a prize of their own.
With so much on offer in such a glorious setting, if you enjoy a day at the races, you’ll be sure to love The July Festival!
Indulge in the timeless elegance of Newmarket's historic July Course as summer unfolds, beckoning all to The July Festival.
From Thursday to Saturday, immerse yourself in the thrill of Group racing, culminating in the crown jewel: the illustrious Group One July Cup on Saturday. Over six exhilarating furlongs, this prestigious sprint race attracts contenders from around the globe, with horses journeying from as far as Australia and America to vie for victory.
Friday takes center stage with the Group One Tattersalls Falmouth Stakes, a captivating clash for fillies and mares over a mile. It's a showcase of emerging talent, where top three-year-old fillies test their mettle against seasoned rivals, creating moments of sheer racing brilliance.
And on Day one, bask in the splendor of 'Ladies Day,' a highlight in the social calendar where racing thrills intertwine with sustainable fashion splendor. The prestigious Group Two Princess of Wales's Tattersalls Stakes, spanning a mile and a half, headlines the seven-race card, boasting a roster of esteemed past champions. Off the track, the Sustainable Style Awards beckon, offering racegoers the chance to claim their own prize in the realm of fashion and sustainability.
With an abundance of excitement set against the backdrop of Newmarket's picturesque grounds, The July Festival promises an unforgettable experience for racing aficionados and fashion enthusiasts alike. Don't miss your chance to revel in the magic of this extraordinary event! 🏇🌟👗
SUMMER IN STYLE
The Sustainable Style Awards return for 2024!
Our all-inclusive Style Awards are the perfect opportunity to get your best outfits on for a day at the races! With over £8,000 worth of prizes available for our first, second, and third-place best dressed, we are sure the competition will be hotter than ever.
Check out the prizes for 2024 here.
