Friday 29 August 2025
Family Festival Friday
Under 18s race for free!
Family entertainment is returning to Sandown Park for 2025!
End this year's summer holidays on a high and enjoy one last day out with your family as we open our gates to families far and wide for one last summer party.
You'll be able to take in seven thrilling races out on the track throughout the day, as well as take part in a whole host of family fun and games throughout the day - all free of charge!
Timings and Races subject to change
GATES OPEN
12.00pm
FIRST RACE
1.50pm
LAST RACE
4.40pm
| START TIME | RACE | DISTANCE |
|---|---|---|
| 1.50pm | The Visit Sri Lanka Nursery Handicap Stakes | 5f |
| 2.25pm | The Amazing Sri Lanka Handicap Stakes | 5f |
| 3.00pm | The Sri Lanka, Jewel Of Asia British EBF Maiden Stakes | 7f |
| 3.30pm | The Sri Lanka Paradise Island Handicap Stakes | 1m |
| 4.05pm | The Sri Lanka Awaits You Handicap Stakes | 1m 2f |
| 4.40pm | The Sandown Interactive Stakes (Details TBC) |
WHAT TO EXPECT
You can expect to enjoy a whole host of FREE family entertainment at our Family Festival Friday including:
- Face Painters
- Garden Games
- Bouncy Castle
- Helter Skelter
- Derby Hoppers
- Equicizers
- Arts & Crafts
We will also be hosting the first ever Sandown Park Shetland Pony Solario Stakes races out on the track before the regular racing begins!
KIDS LUNCHBOXES
We will also be offering KIDS LUNCHBOXESon site for just £3.59! Luncboxes include*:
- A kids sandwhich (Ham or Cheese)
- A packet of crisps
- A juice carton (Apple or Orange)
- A KitKat
- A piece of fruit (Apple or Satsuma)
*items may change subject to availability.
Plan your day
Plan Visit
Lots of useful information to help you plan your time at Sandown Park, including what to wear, a map of the racecourse and handy betting guides.
Raceday style
At Sandown Park Racecourse we believe racing should be enjoyed by anyone and everyone. And one thing is certainly true, the more relaxed and comfortable we feel, the more likely we are to have a great time. So that’s why we’ve created one very simple piece of guidance, to come “dressed to feel your best”.
Frequently asked questions
Find answers to our most frequently asked questions here about visiting Sandown Park Racecourse here.
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Enclosures
Choose the right enclosure and ticket for you, from the action in the Grandstand to a premium experience in the new 1875 Lounge.
Travelling to Sandown Park
All the information you need for travelling to the racecourse, including public transport routes, taxi information and parking.
Did you know?
Half price tickets for 18-24 year olds
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Under 18s go FREE
Under 18s race for free at the majority of Jockey Club racedays.