Bank Holiday Weekend Student Racenight 2026

Friday 1st May 2026

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About The Event
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Experience thrilling May Flat All-Weather Racing at Newcastle on a Friday evening, with fast-paced action and a vibrant racecourse atmosphere.

Calling All Students🚨

Our normal raceday will be joined by students from local universities. Students, spice up your week with our Student Racenight. Gather all your mates for an unforgettable Friday evening. Join in the action and get ready for ultimate way to start off the Bank Holiday weekend 🙌 With Friday evening racing throughout the year, it’s the perfect opportunity to get the party started early and experience the buzz of racing in front of your eyes.

Spring into action on the track

Soak up the cheers from the grandstand, the vibrant spring atmosphere, and the buzz of live sport at our May 2026 racing fixtures. Newcastle Racecourse is the perfect place to enjoy a day of top-class action, as the flat season bursts into life. Picture the track at its greenest, the air warm and inviting, and thoroughbreds at their brilliant best as they thunder towards the winning post.

May Racing

With multiple fixtures to choose from throughout May—including bank holidays and half-term dates—there’s no better way to spend time with friends and family. Racing, food, drink, and atmosphere come together for a truly unforgettable day out.

Soak up the action

Friday evening fixtures are the perfect way to celebrate the end of the working week and kickstart the weekend with some power. Don’t let your Friday’s fall flat and embrace all that racing has to offer, whether you’re an avid racegoer or just looking for something to do, horse racing Fridays at Newcastle Racecourse are the perfect way to spend it.

Springtime Racing

Soak up the longer nights and the warmer days with an evening of racing. Cheer on all your favourites with the crowd as the action unfolds on the all weather track. Come rain or shine action is guaranteed with our prestigious all weather track. Experience the high-speeds and all the drama flat racing fixtures bring from neck-to-neck finishes to furlong finishes. No race is the same so make sure to grab your tickets today.

Make the most of the Bank Holiday

Make the most of the Early May Bank Holiday 2026 with trackside action guaranteed to have you on the edge of your seats.

Secure your tickets today!

Book early online to secure the best prices, or pick up your tickets at the gate on the day. Want to make your May race day extra special? Discover our premium hospitality packages or choose from exclusive options available through Seat Unique. Plus, if you’re bringing a crowd, groups of 10 or more can unlock additional discounts — the perfect way to enjoy a thrilling spring evening at the races together.

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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.

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Our hospitality & restaurant packages are available through the website of our official partner Seat Unique.

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Admission - Grandstand Advance

£22.50

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Admission - Grandstand Advance GROUP (10+)

£17.50

Minimum: 10

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A Day at the Races Early Bird *

Access:Grandstand, parade ring, all grandstand public bars, all grandstand public eateries and all grandstand public betting outlets
Details:Enables you to watch all of racing action and any live entertainment
Dining:A choice of one pint of lager, a glass of house wine, or a soft drink paired with a traditional pie
Extras:Includes a racecard

*Please note, this offer is subject to limited availability.

£25.50

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Racecard Message

Celebrate in style by crafting an exclusive message for the racecard! Your personalised greeting, such as a 'Happy Anniversary,' will be featured in the racecard.

Let us know your message (of up to 20 words) at least seven days before the event, by responding to your confirmation email or sending to racingnorth@arenaracingcompany.co.uk

*Please note that if you are attending the race meeting you need to purchase a ticket separately to get entry into the course as the racecard message does not include a ticket.

Limited availability