Last updated: 28/01/2025 at 16:30pm

Are you excited about attending the Sky Bet Ebor Festival 2025, 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.

York Racecourse is only second behind Ascot in terms of prize money offered, making it a big racecourse with a long list of notable races. Among them is the Sky Bet Ebor Festival, the cherry on top of the flat racing season.

Keep reading to find out all the information you need to know about this exciting four-day festival, along with how you can be there with hospitality tickets via Seat Unique!

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Where is the Ebor Festival?

Sky Bet Ebor Festival takes place at York Racecourse in North Yorkshire, United Kingdom.

When is the Ebor Festival?

The 2025 Sky Bet Ebor Festival will take place from 20th August to 23rd August, with four days packed full of entertainment and thrilling horse racing. The days of the festival are listed here:

Day 1 – Juddmonte International

Juddmonte International is the first day of the festival, and it certainly starts with a bang. The Group 1 International Stakes is the venue’s richest race of the season, making it all the more exciting with such a large prize fund. The 2024 race was even crowned ‘World’s Best Race’ at the Longines Racehorse Awards. 

With hospitality via Seat Unique there are many packages to choose from. A private box with your own balcony, a luxury buffet, and even VIP parking will certainly make you feel at home at this prestigious raceday.

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Day 2 – Yorkshire Oaks/Ladies’ Day

Yorkshire Oaks is another Group 1 race, continuing the history and prestige of the festival. If you’ve got a small party of six or less, book Parade Ring Restaurant hospitality for the best fine dining experience all while enjoying the incredible races.

The Yorkshire Oaks also falls on Ladies’ Day, which is always an unmissable celebration. Everyone arrives in their finest clothes, dressed to the nines ready for a stylish trackside day. Grab your fascinator and book your place!

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Day 3 – Coolmore Nunthorpe

The Nunthorpe Stakes are named after the Yorkshire town, Nunthorpe, just north of the racecourse. This race is called a “dash” – basically, the horses sprint to the finish line! It makes the race extra exciting, as the thunder of hooves and adrenaline seems even stronger. 

The race is also one of few where young and elder horses are allowed to compete side by side, when usually they are separated by age. There are plenty of reasons this day of the festival is unique, so it’s definitely worth a visit!

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Day 4 – Sky Bet Ebor

The most valuable handicap in Europe, the Ebor Stakes, is a fitting final race for the festival. This famous meeting is full of glamour, and you can make sure you feel like a star with hospitality. Who wouldn’t want gourmet food and perfectly chilled champagne?

With the August sun beating down, the Ebor Festival is the perfect way to spend the summer, so book your hospitality tickets with Seat Unique now to avoid disappointment.

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