From £23 in 2026
General admission at Musselburgh
One ticket for all the public areas: the lawns, the rails, the Parade Ring area, the grandstand steppings and the public bars, with no formal dress code.
Photo: Leslie Barrie, CC BY-SA 2.0, cropped
Who it suits
- Racegoers who want a good-value day out near Edinburgh.
- Families, with under-18s free at most meetings.
Ticket prices
| Raceday | From |
|---|---|
| Autumn and winter racedays 2026For example, 12 October | £23 |
| Scottish Cheltenham Trials 2027Two days | £26 |
| New Year’s Day 2027Children pay on this day | £42 |
Under-18s free except on New Year’s Day, Edinburgh Cup day and Ladies Day.
Where your ticket takes you
- The public lawns and rails.
- The Parade Ring area and grandstand steppings.
- The public bars, Café 1816, Pinkie’s Deli and street-food units.
- Bookmakers and betting.
Not included
- Reserved tables in the Harris Tweed Bistro or Queen’s Stand.
- Group picnic-table and drinks packages.
The view
You can watch from the rails, the lawns or the grandstand steppings, and walk to the Parade Ring area to see the runners before each race.
Food and drink
The public food offer includes Café 1816, Pinkie’s Deli, bars and street-food units; Pinkie’s lists vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free and allergy-aware choices.
Café 1816 and Pinkie’s Deli
Hot food, snacks and dietary options.
Bars and street food
Across the public areas.
Facilities
Programmes
Printed race programmes, plus a digital programme on the fixture page.
Accessible toilet
At Pinkie’s Bar, managed by security staff.
Dress code
There’s no formal dress code. Major social days are dressier, but much of the viewing is outside, so bring waterproof layers and shoes for lawns and steps.
Getting in
Gates opened at noon for the 12 October 2026 raceday, with the first race at 1.47pm. Parking and the courtesy buses from the station are free. Security may search bags, and ordinary re-entry isn’t allowed.
Accessibility
A companion ticket is available for a paying disabled adult with valid carer ID or supporting documents: email the application before the meeting. Reserved disabled spaces are at the front of the public car parks on Balcarres Road, with a free shuttle to the entrances about 500 metres away. An accessible toilet is at Pinkie’s Bar. Call 0131 665 2859.
Children and families
Under-18s are free with a paying adult except on New Year’s Day, Edinburgh Cup day and Ladies Day, with up to four children per paying adult. Book child tickets in advance: if a meeting sells out, none are issued at the gate.
Tips
- Book child tickets in advance: none are issued at the gate if a meeting sells out.
- Bring a card and some cash for the independent bookmakers.
- Pack waterproofs: cover isn’t guaranteed.
Upgrading
Add a table at the Harris Tweed Bistro, overlooking the finish, or Queen’s Stand hospitality for a reserved indoor table and food.
Questions people ask
Are there separate enclosures?
No, general admission covers all the public areas.
Is there a dress code?
No formal code; dress for the weather.
Do children pay?
Under-18s are free except on New Year’s Day, Edinburgh Cup day and Ladies Day.
Can I leave and come back?
Ordinary re-entry isn’t allowed; speak to Customer Services if you must leave urgently.
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