New Year's Day Raceday 2026 in partnership with Virgin Bet
Thursday 1st January 2026
The hugely popular Sensational Raceday has long been the place to be on the 1st of January.
GENERAL ADMISSION NOW SOLD OUT. LIMITED HOSPITALITY SEATS LEFT: Tickets will not be available at the gate on the day. This includes child, personal assistant and concession tickets.
Step into the New Year in true style with a sparkling celebration that blends top-class jump racing, live music, our winter style awards and an unbeatable party atmosphere!
Join us for an unforgettable afternoon featuring over £100,000 in prize money, including two of Scotland’s richest New Year races: the £50,000 Auld Reekie Handicap Chase and the £30,000 Hogmaneigh Hurdle. Feel the thrill of every stride as Scotland’s finest horses battle it out on the track.
But the excitement doesn’t stop there. Beyond the racing, immerse yourself in a full day of entertainment, live music, a lively ceilidh, and sets from our resident Funkwagen DJ, who’ll keep the party buzzing. Embrace the magic of the season with our Winter Style Awards. Think luxurious layers, rich textures, and statement winter fashion. Dress to impress in your most stylish seasonal look, and you could walk away with some truly fantastic prizes, courtesy of our partners at Tiger Lily Boutique and The Leddie Hotel. After the final race, the celebrations carry on with a one-hour after-racing party, ensuring the festivities continue into the afternoon. To get a sense of the day, please watch our 2024 New Year's Day video, click here.
This is one of Scotland’s most iconic New Year traditions, a unique blend of sport, style, and celebration. Book early to avoid disappointment!
Please note: Children 17 years and under go free, when accompanied by a guardian. This event is likely to sell-out so please ensure you secure your child tickets in advance. Child and concession tickets will not be available on the day.
Some frequently asked questions:
- Who is entitled to a Childs ticket and how much does it cost? Children 17 and under are entitled to a child’s ticket. Valid ID for teenagers may be requested and will need to be provided to obtain a child’s ticket. Child’s tickets are free of charge, subject to availability. All children must be accompanied by a paying adult who is 18 years or over.
- On New Year's Day, we have a limited number of complimentary Personal Assistant tickets. These can only be obtained with a valid Carer’s ID or other carer documentation when accompanying a paying adult. Due to New Years Day being an annual sell-out, our Personal Assistant tickets will be on a first come, first served basis. They will not be available on the raceday and must be obtained in advance. To apply for one of these limited tickets, please email the team at enquiries@musselburgh-racecourse.co.uk. Please note, our Personal Assistant tickets are now SOLD OUT and no more will be available.
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10:30 AM
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First Race
12:30 PM
Last Race
3:25 PM
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Advanced adult
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Advanced adult
Sold outOur Advanced Adult ticket is a general admission ticket that provides access to all public areas and a variety of options for place to eat, drink and bet.
Book your tickets before midnight on the 31st December and save £5.00 - on the day price will be £50.
Children 17 years and under go free, when accompanied by a guardian. This event is likely to sell-out so please ensure you secure your child tickets in advance. Child tickets will not be available on the day.
*Subject to change. Terms and conditions apply.
Pommery Festive Domes
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Pommery Festive Domes
£190.00Our festive luxe domes are back!
Elevate your New Year's Day experience and enjoy a day in our private festive domes, complete with a magnum of Pommery champagne and a festive foodie experience for you to enjoy throughout the day. Our domes seat ten and are located right alongside our finish line, where you can soak up the atmosphere of our action packed day.
Each dome includes:
- Unique experience providing panoramic views across the finish line
- Reserved private dome for the day (10 people)
- A magnum of Pommery Champagne to share
- Hot homemade steak and haggis pies served with homemade beetroot chutney; hearty ‘New Years Day’ seasonal soup with Nairns oatcakes plus homemade Cranachan cookies.
- Your own host including table service
- Use of our VIP toilets within our Queen's Stand
- Admission for the day
- Complimentary racecards
The domes are for 10 people and are £190 per person. If you would like to bring more than 10 guests, you will be across multiple domes. Drinks are not included but drinks packages are available on request. Please note, the furniture inside the Festive Domes will be different than pictured below, with a casual dining atmosphere for 10 guests.
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Epperston Restaurant
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Epperston Restaurant
£230.00 For 1 personDine in style, in our Epperston Restaurant ~ perfect for intimate gatherings of 2-8 people. Situated on the lower floor of our Queen's Stand, offering stunning views across the winning post, the racecourse, and the parade ring - our Queen's Stand has a real royal flare. Opened by the late Elizabeth II, it is rich in racing heritage and tradition.
Entertain guests with a fine dining Epperston Hospitality Package and enjoy:
- Your reserved table provides a base for the day.
- Pommery Champagne reception.
- A New Year three-course choice menu prepared and served by Heritage Portfolio.
- A locally sourced cheese selection.
- Finished off with tea and coffee and traditional Scottish tablet.
- Enjoy stunning views directly over the finishing line from the Epperston private viewing garden.
- You'll also enjoy a guest tipster talk, access to a private bar and Tote betting facilities.
Advance booking is required. Please note, drinks are not included in this experience, but drinks packages are available separately on request.
Queen's Stand Restaurant (premium viewing ~ shared tables)
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Queen's Stand Restaurant (premium viewing ~ shared tables)
£262.00 For 1 personEnjoy your New Year’s Day in the exquisite Queen's Stand Restaurant (upper floor with balcony access) which offers stunning views across the winning post, the racecourse, and the parade ring - our Queen's Stand has a real royal flare. Opened by the late Elizabeth II, it is rich in racing heritage and tradition.
Our restaurant package includes VIP admission, a table for the day, a raceday programme, Pommery Champagne reception, an exquisite fine dining three-course menu with a traditional Scottish New Year’s twist, followed by a locally sourced cheese board. Finished off with tea and coffee and Scottish tablet. Enjoy a private bar, Tote betting and racecourse TV. You'll also enjoy a guest Tipster Talk.
Please note, you will be on a shared table. Please do get in touch if you've any questions hospitality@musselburgh-racecourse.co.uk. There is a minimum booking of two people. If you require a private table, please purchase ten guest places and we will ensure this is for your party only.
Queen's Stand Private Suite: Gold Package
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Queen's Stand Private Suite: Gold Package
Sold outEnjoy the most exclusive and elegant location on New Year's Day. Our private Queen's Stand Suites are the ultimate jewel in our crown. With balcony views across the racecourse, the final furlong, you can soak up the atmosphere while you and your guests enjoy a memorable raceday experience.
A Pommery Grand Cru Vintage champagne reception is hosted in your private suite. Followed by luxurious canapes and a traditional new year three-course fine dining Scottish menu, with a locally sourced cheese board. All prepared and served by the award-winning Heritage Portfolio. Entertain in our exclusive facilities, with views of the paddock and the finishing straight and access to a private bar, Tote betting and Racecourse TV. You'll also get to enjoy your own private Tipster Talk.
Please do get in touch if you've any questions hospitality@musselburgh-racecourse.co.uk
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New Year's Day Raceday 2026 in partnership with Virgin Bet
Thursday 1 Jan 2026
Pommery Champagne Brut Royal (Bottle)
£76.00In 1874 Pommery created the very first successfully marketed Brut Champagne. Today Thierry Gasco, Chef de Cave and Le Figaro’s ‘Man of the Year’ oversees the whole operation from vine, to press, to bottle, producing thousands of bottles a year, aged in an 18km network of underground cellars. Consistent top quality, together with the variety and innovation afforded by nine different crus, from the Brut Royal to the divine Cuvée Louise, is what sets Pommery apart from other Grandes Marques
Pommery Champagne Brut Royal (Magnum)
£153.00In 1874 Pommery created the very first successfully marketed Brut Champagne. Today Thierry Gasco, Chef de Cave and Le Figaro’s ‘Man of the Year’ oversees the whole operation from vine, to press, to bottle, producing thousands of bottles a year, aged in an 18km network of underground cellars. Consistent top quality, together with the variety and innovation afforded by nine different crus, from the Brut Royal to the divine Cuvée Louise, is what sets Pommery apart from other Grandes Marques
Pommery Champagne Brut Royal (Bottle)
£76.00In 1874 Pommery created the very first successfully marketed Brut Champagne. Today Thierry Gasco, Chef de Cave and Le Figaro’s ‘Man of the Year’ oversees the whole operation from vine, to press, to bottle, producing thousands of bottles a year, aged in an 18km network of underground cellars. Consistent top quality, together with the variety and innovation afforded by nine different crus, from the Brut Royal to the divine Cuvée Louise, is what sets Pommery apart from other Grandes Marques
Pommery Champagne Brut Royal (Magnum)
£153.00In 1874 Pommery created the very first successfully marketed Brut Champagne. Today Thierry Gasco, Chef de Cave and Le Figaro’s ‘Man of the Year’ oversees the whole operation from vine, to press, to bottle, producing thousands of bottles a year, aged in an 18km network of underground cellars. Consistent top quality, together with the variety and innovation afforded by nine different crus, from the Brut Royal to the divine Cuvée Louise, is what sets Pommery apart from other Grandes Marques