Two days on the Downs
Friday 4 June
Oaks Day
The Oaks for three-year-old fillies, and the Coronation Cup
Saturday 5 June
Derby Day
The Betfred Derby, at 4pm
Ticket prices and when to buy
| Enclosure | From |
|---|---|
| The HillFree, bring a picnic | Free |
| Cheapest ticketOfficial 2026 starting price | £32 |
| Home StraightTrackside on the run to the line | £75 |
| Grandstand seatsReserved seats | £115 |
2026 starting prices: the £32 is the racecourse’s own starting price; the Home Straight and Grandstand seat prices come from a racing guide. Under-4s go free in most areas and there are discounted tickets for 5–17s. The Queen Elizabeth II Stand, Upper Tattenham and Cedric’s, the premium enclosure by the winning post, are priced on the racecourse site.
- Book ahead. Some enclosures sell out, and DerbyFest entry, though free, isn’t guaranteed without a ticket.
- Parking. Free for 2027, but book it online.
- Dress code. Morning dress and top hat for men in the Queen Elizabeth II Stand on Derby Day; no official dress code elsewhere.
- Upgrades. Tickets can be upgraded on the day, subject to availability.
Not sure which enclosure? Compare the enclosures, or estimate the cost of your trip.
Hospitality
Hospitality ranges from trackside experiences on the Tattenham straight to the Derby Suite, with private balconies.
| Package | From | What you get |
|---|---|---|
| The Derby Suite | On request | Top-floor dining with private balconies |
| Queen Elizabeth II Stand suites | On request | Dining in the premium stand |
| Trackside experiences | On request | Along the Tattenham straight |
Travel and parking
Shuttle buses
From Epsom railway station to the course and back to the town centre, every day of the festival.
Stations
Epsom Downs and Tattenham Corner are both close to the course.
Parking
Free for 2027; book online.
Entrances
Main Gate for the stands and hospitality; Tattenham Corner Road for Upper Tattenham.
More on trains, walking routes and coming from Ireland: getting to Epsom Downs.
Hotels and nights out
The few hotels near the course fill up months ahead of the Derby Festival. If they’re full, stay in London or Sutton and take the train.
After racing, the Grandstand has its After Party; most people then head back towards London. For hotels by area, see where to stay or read our Derby hotels guide.
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Prices, dates and travel details were checked on 2 October 2026. The racecourse can change prices, times and arrangements, so check your booking page before you pay. This is an independent guide, not connected to Epsom Downs Racecourse or The Jockey Club. Some links may earn us a small commission if you book, at no extra cost to you; this never decides what we recommend.