York Ebor Festival 2024: Dates, Times, Races & How To Be There

Mark your calendars - get ready for the Sky Bet Ebor Festival 2024! Discover the festival dates, race times, featured races and horses to watch out for, as well as tips on how to attend this celebrated horse racing event in style.

Last updated: 2/08/2024 at 11.30am

Are you excited about attending the York Ebor Festival 2024, one of the last major race meetings of the flat season? Look no further, as this ultimate guide has got you covered with all the essential information you need to know about this celebrated horse racing event.

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When is the 2024 Ebor Festival?

This year, the Ebor Festival will take place from Wednesday 21st August to Saturday 24th August.

The full list of race days is as follows:

• Juddmonte International, Wednesday 21st August
• Yorkshire Oaks/Ladies Day, Thursday 22nd August
• Coolmore Nunthorpe, Friday 23rd August
• Sky Bet Ebor Festival, Saturday 24th August

Where is the Ebor Festival?

The Ebor Festival takes place at York Racecourse, in York, North Yorkshire, England.

What is the biggest race at the Ebor Festival?

The Juddmonte International at York Racecourse was recognized as the top race in Great Britain by the International Federation of Horseracing Authorities in 2020.

It serves as the highlight of the opening day of the Welcome to Yorkshire Ebor Festival and is considered the premier event of all thoroughbred horse races in the country, making it the standout race of the festival.

How long is the Ebor race?

The Ebor Handicap is open to horses aged four years or older and is over a distance of 1 mile, 5 furlongs, and 188 yards (2,787 meters).

What time do the Ebor Festival races start?

Each day, the Ebor Festival races start at 1:50 pm.

Which horses should I look out for at Ebor?

This year, make sure to watch out for City of Troy. After winning the Betfred Derby, the horse is likely to race in the Juddmonte International in what's shaping up to be a thrilling race with the likes of Japanese St Leger winner Durezza in the opposition.

York Chief executive William Derby told Racing 365: "City Of Troy has that mercurial potential to join the likes of Sea The Stars and Frankel, two of the great winners of the race. We all saw what he did in the Betfred Derby... and it will be fascinating to see how he performs if he comes.

“It has also been confirmed... that Durezza, who won the Japanese St Leger last year, is heading our way with Christophe Lemaire due to ride him, so to have the best two jockeys in the world in Christophe and Ryan Moore taking each other on is something very exciting for us and all race fans.”

What to wear to the Ebor Festival

The Grandstand and Paddock area at the Ebor Festival doesn't have a strict dress code, giving you the freedom to dress as you please and feel at ease.

However, many racegoers in this section take cues from the County Stand dress code and use the opportunity to showcase their glamorous ensembles.

It's the perfect excuse to dress to the nines and make a statement at this prestigious event.

How to secure your place at the Ebor Festival 2024

At Seat Unique, we are proud to be the Official Hospitality Sales Provider at York Racecourse, giving horse racing enthusiasts the chance to access official Ebor Festival hospitality and private box packages.

From gourmet food and drink options and exceptional views of the track, premium experiences at York Races are guaranteed to make your day at the races an unforgettable experience.

So don't miss out on the opportunity to witness this momentous event from one of a lavish private box or luxury stand. Book your place today and indulge in the ultimate VIP treatment at the Ebor Festival.