Howden Christmas Family Raceday at Ascot Racecourse

Experience the thrill of raceday at Ascot Racecourse this Autumn, where there’s plenty of fantastic family events going on!About Ascot RacecourseAscot Racecourse is synonymous with quality, excellence and a truly memorable day out with the family. It was while riding out from Windsor Castle in 1711 that Queen Anne first saw the land that had the potential for horseracing. Inspired by what she had discovered, the inaugural event – Her Majesty’s Plate – was held at Ascot upon her request that August!Things To Do at Ascot Racecourse

Alongside Royal Ascot, the racecourse’s famous five-day meeting, Ascot hosts an additional 21 race days throughout the year, each with its own unique character offering the perfect day out and the opportunity to celebrate any occasion. Including four dedicated Family race days - Spring Family Raceday, Summer Mile Family Raceday, Fireworks Spectacular Raceday, and Howden Christmas Family Raceday. Not forgetting the FREE activities for children from face painting, fairground rides, pony rides, arts and crafts, and much moreChristmas at Ascot RacecourseWelcome Father Christmas, Mrs Christmas and all our festive performers to the Parade Ring before the racing commences! Off the track, there’s an abundance of seasonal fun for all, with a range of festive entertainment set to delight racegoers of every age. From the much-beloved traditional FREE fairground rides to atmospheric candle-lit carol singing, you'll truly feel the Christmas spirit. Not forgetting the magical Ascot Brass Band filling the night with enchanting music, who remain firmly part of the entertainment! Of course, there's no Christmas without the jolly man himself! Father Christmas and his reindeer will also be in attendance, ready to spread festive joy. As well as a range of fantastic festive activities for your kids to get stuck into!