Alongside the world famous racing, Cheltenham Racecourse is bringing the family festivities for the 2024-2025 season with their popular family fun zones, plus an extra special visit in December from Father Christmas!

Find details of the family fun lined up this season below, and don't forget under 18s go free with paying adults at every Cheltenham Racecourse race meet. No additional cost for Family Entertainment.

November Meeting - Friday 15th – Sunday 17th November

Family Fun Zone on Sunday only - Sunday features free family entertainment in the Club/ Tatts Enclosure. Enjoy inflatables and live stage shows all against the backdrop of thrilling racing action. Don’t miss the Shetland Pony Race, where the stars of the future take to the track and the mascot race, which is sure to provide lots of laughs amongst young and older racegoers alike.

Book tickets here

Christmas Meeting - Friday 13^th – Saturday 14^th December

Santa's Grotto and Pony Rides (Saturday only) - Looking for that special festive day out or treat? Make your child’s Christmas dreams come true with a pony ride and don't miss an opportunity to meet Santa and his elves in Santa’s Grotto. Santa’s elves will be there to help with your Christmas crafts including - letters to Santa, making a magical Christmas wish to leave on the special night and designing snowflakes. 

Book tickets here

Wednesday 1st January 2025

There is no better way to celebrate on New Year’s Day than with jam-packed action on and off the turf at Cheltenham Racecourse. With top-class racing, live music, and FREE family fun, there is something for everyone.
• Phil The Elf one-man pantomime
• Meet real unicorns with the team from Pampered Ponies
• Bluey and Bingo meet and greet at intervals throughout the day
• Party Peeps interactive shows and snow party
• Inflatables
• Walking Pet Balloons
• Arts and Crafts
• Face painting and much more!

Book tickets here

Please note: The Family Fun Zone and Christmas Family Activities are only available to club/tattersalls ticket holders