Wednesday 5th August 2026
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6 to 8
Brighton Racecourse is the place to be this August for the three-day Festival of Racing. Day One of the Festival kicks off on Wednesday 5th August 2026 and features the prestigious Brighton Mile Challenge – one of the highlight races on the Brighton calendar!
If you're looking for what to do in Brighton, the Festival is the perfect day out where kids go free to the racecourse. With seaside-themed stalls and a vibrant summer vibe, Brighton Racecourse is the place to be this August!
We’re planning another incredible line-up of family-friendly entertainment for the 2026 Festival of Racing – full details are to be confirmed and will be announced soon!
🎉 The following entertainment was on show at last year’s Festival and gives a taste of what to expect:
🏖️ Seaside funfair stalls
🦆 Hook a Duck
🥥 Coconut shy game
⭕ Hoopla traditional game
📸 Seaside photo board
🏖️ Oversized deckchairs
Looking for the perfect thing to do during the summer holidays? The Brighton Racecourse Festival is the ultimate family-friendly day out this August!
Kids go FREE, and the mix of exciting racing, funfair games, and seaside vibes makes this a top choice for summer fun and memory-making!
🎟️ Book your tickets in advance online for the best savings!
From how to find us to what you can bring along, click here to get answers to all your questions.
Children 17 and under go free* to the races when accompanied by an adult (*exclusions may apply). Children do not require a ticket in advance and a free ticket will be issued on the day.
Concessions discounts are only available on the day.
All bookings directly through our website and over the phone with our customer service team do not incur a fulfilment fee – the price you see, is the price you pay! Bookings through our official hospitality partner Seat Unique have a fulfilment / booking fee applied. All bookings are made in accordance with our terms and conditions of entry.
