Scotland’s Premier Racecourse, home to the Scottish Grand National and Ayr Gold Cup.
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Ladbrokes Ayr Gold Cup Festival
THURSDAY 17TH – SATURDAY 19TH AUGUST 2026
Three days of outstanding racing with some of the finest horses, ridden by top jockeys and from the stables of leading trainers. It includes the greatest day of the Flat racing calendar in Scotland – The Ladbrokes Ayr Gold Cup in an absolute feast of top quality racing. An unmissable extravaganza of racing and superb entertainment.
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LADBROKES AYR GOLD CUP : OPENING DAY
Thursday 17th September
Opening Day last year was full of excitement, now lets look forward to next year, its going to be bigger and better than ever!
The three day Festival comes under starter’s orders with a fantastic day of top quality racing and entertainment.
Treat yourself to Hospitality with us….
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at Ayr Racecourse and Western House Hotel
Festive Day Dancin’
Yes Sir, I Can Boogie… All Day at Christmas! (Well from 3pm til 8pm)
Get ready to sleigh the dancefloor Saturdays in December, as Day Dancin’ – Jingle All The Day brings the ultimate festive day party to Ayr Racecourse!
Standard Ticket £15
VIP Package £40
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Get ready to sleigh the dancefloor Saturdays in December, as Day Dancin’ – Jingle All The Day brings the ultimate festive day party to Ayr Racecourse!
Standard Ticket £15
VIP Package £40
Festive Dining at Western House Hotel
The festive season is about spending precious time with family and friends, enjoying incredible shared moments and making fabulous, life-long memories.
And what better place to enjoy it than the luxurious surroundings of Western House Hotel.
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And what better place to enjoy it than the luxurious surroundings of Western House Hotel.
Christmas Party Nights at Western House Hotel
Tis the season to start your Christmas celebrations with Western House Hotel Christmas Party Nights for a night to remember. Our festive party nights are the place to be to enjoy the festivities with family, friends or colleagues.
Fridays & Saturdays in December
£63 per person
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Fridays & Saturdays in December
£63 per person