After a successful 2023 season with a record prize money of £10.75m, and some of the world's best horses competing over 18 race days, York Racecourse is set for another showdown for the 2024 season.
The global music and horse racing festival is poised for another year of top-class horse racing and amazing entertainment for fans. Though the season-opener has already happened from 15 to 17 May, there are still other races scheduled from July till the October finale.
This guide features the remaining 2024 Your Racecourse fixtures and everything you need to know before betting on your favourite events at the horse racing bookies. Betting on the races has been a mainstay in UK sporting culture since at least the 12th century, and its popularity hasn't waned in the slightest, with approximately a million bets placed during the five-day event at Royal Ascot.
What are the 2024 York racing fixtures?From The Foxes, the 2023 Dante Festival race winner, to Stradivarius, a previous six-time winner at York, there are many horses set to light up the York Racecourse this year. Here are the key fixtures and dates to look forward to as fans. So, mark your calendar:
Dante Festival: 15 to 17 May, 2024If you're up to date with the latest horse racing news, you already know that Tom Marquand's Economic won the Dante at York. The three-day season opener featured 21 races, with prize money set at a whopping £1.5 million.
The exciting Dante Stakes race had over 7,000 fans in attendance, cheering their favourite horses and trainers on at this historic racecourse.
May Spring Meeting: 25 May, 2024The May Spring Meeting is another York racecourse event that has come and gone but is worth remembering. The one-day event featured a thrilling atmosphere as different top-class rating activities unfolded in front of thousands of fans.
Ultimately, different winners emerged from the day's seven races, including Ermesinde, the William Hill Bronte Cup Fillies' Stakes (Group 3) winner.
June Meeting: 14 to 15 June, 2024York's two-day June Meeting is one of Britain's biggest charity race events. With over £8 million already raised for charity at the horse racing event, it remained an exciting experience for the fans this year.
The Pavers Foundation Catherine Memorial Sprint was Saturday's major race, with prize money worth £100,000. The event over six furlongs included thoroughbred sprinters such as Sheikh Albadou, Cadeaux Genereux and Twilight Sun.
John Smith's Cup Meeting: 12 to 13 July, 2024If you missed the previous events, there are still loads of races to look forward to, including the John Smith's Cup Meeting in July.
The two-day event features the William Hill Summer Stakes on Friday 12 July and the 65th John Smith's Cup on the next race day.
The events are open to horses aged three years or older. You'll see Revolution York entertain various horses, including last year's winner, Pride Of America, and a decent challenger, Astro King, vying for the John Smith's Cup over a distance of 1 mile 2 furlongs and 56 yards (2,063 metres).
Music Showcase Weekend: 26 to 27 July, 2024With a thrilling mix of horse racing and a live concert, the Music Showcase Weekend represents everything the York Racecourse stands for. The two-day racing event makes the last weekend in July special for racegoers who can watch different horses take centre stage.
As usual, you can expect headline performances from some of the biggest names in pop music at this year's edition. Indie pop band Kaiser Chiefs will take the stage on Friday 26 July, while on Saturday, you'll be rocking to music from the popular noughties pop group S Club once the races are completed.
Sky Bet Ebor Festival: 21 to 24 August, 2024The five-day Sky Bet Ebor Festival promises to be nothing short of exciting. The race features York's oldest, fastest and most popular horses, and a mix of fashion and fun. So, if you're looking for an opportunity to show off during the York races, here's your chance to dress fabulously.
The Juddmonte International race opens the floor on Wednesday 21 August, followed by Pertemps Network Yorkshire Oaks & Ladies Day on 22 August. Sky Bet Ebor is scheduled for 24 August and will be creating its usual buzz as the biggest flat handicap on the continent.
YorkMix Family Sunday: 8 September, 2024Gear up for the penultimate race of the 2024 York Racecourse and bond with your family at the YorkMix Family Sunday on 8 September. The race features record prize money, and the younger generation can experience the usual horse racing magic.
October Finale: 11 to 12 October, 2024The 2024 York Racecourse comes to a close during 11 and 12 October. The two-day event will feature the Finale Friday and Coral Sprint Trophy races, with thousands of fans coming from different parts of the country.
You can catch up with old friends or make new ones at the racecourse, as you enjoy exciting racing events over the two days.
How to bet on the 2024 York RacesApart from buying county stand or grandstand and paddock tickets to experience the exhilarating live horse races at York Racecourse, you can find competitive odds on the best horse racing sportsbooks for a chance to place real money bets.
Here's how to bet on your favourite events or horses at the prestigious York races:
Choose a reputable bookmaker with horse racing odds. Create an account.Deposit funds to play.Find the horse racing events you want to bet on during the tournament. Start playing.Remember to take advantage of available bonuses, including the bookmaker's welcome bonus, for better opportunities.
