Tuesday 16th September 2025
13:05 (TBC)
14:35 (TBC)
17:40 (TBC)
Flat
6 to 8
Treat yourself mid week and add a touch of excitement and some sporting action! Join us for the opening day of the Eastern Festival 2025 in Great Yarmouth for an all-around enjoyable atmosphere to share with friends and family this summer. You won’t want to miss our flagship three-day event!
Step into the world of flat racing with our afternoon horse racing event featuring several competitive races. If you’re looking for things to do in Great Yarmouth this September, this could be the ideal Summer day out to enjoy with a group of friends and family. Featuring top-class races and sporting stars and a fantastic atmosphere to match. Enjoy the sporting action, sip on a glass of bubbly and soak up the energy amongst the crowd.
Weekday racing has its own charm – it's ideal for those who have a more flexible schedule beyond the usual Monday-to-Friday routine or looking for unique Norfolk activities whilst on holiday. Skip the weekend hustle and bustle, and get a taste of the racing scene. Whether you're looking for a special outing where you can dress up to the nines and enjoy a social day out with friends and family, or want to catch a glimpse of rising stars in the sport, our horse racing fixture in Norfolk has got you covered.
Grab your tickets online before the event to unlock some savings! Bringing along a bunch of friends? Opt for a group booking to get even more discount. And of course, you can also pick up tickets and concessions at the gate when you arrive if you prefer.
Join us in kickstarting the Eastern Festival with our much-anticipated Opening Day!
Children 17 and under go free* to the races when accompanied by an adult (*exclusions may apply). Children do not require a ticket in advance and a free ticket will be issued on the day.
Concessions discounts are only available on the day.
All bookings directly through our website and over the phone with our customer service team do not incur a fulfilment fee – the price you see, is the price you pay! Bookings through our official hospitality partner Seat Unique have a fulfilment / booking fee applied. All bookings are made in accordance with our terms and conditions of entry.
Access:Premier ticket with elevated viewing, access to pre-parade ring, parade ring, all public bars, all public eateries and betting outlets
Details:Includes your raceday programme and enables you to watch all of racing action and any live entertainment
Dining:Includes two drinks (pint of beer or cider, glass of house wine or a soft drink)
*Must be booked in advance, limited availability
Access:Grandstand, pre-parade ring, parade ring, all grandstand public bars, all grandstand public eateries and all grandstand public betting outlets
Details:Enables you to watch all of racing action and any live entertainment
Discount:Book in advance to secure the best price
Access:Grandstand, pre-parade ring, parade ring, all grandstand public bars, all grandstand public eateries and all grandstand public betting outlets
Details:Enables you to watch all of racing action and any live entertainment
Discount:For groups over 40 please call 01302 499731
Access:Grandstand, pre-parade ring, parade ring, all grandstand public bars, all grandstand public eateries and all grandstand public betting outlets
Details:Includes your raceday programme and enables you to watch all of racing action and any live entertainment
Dining:Includes two drinks - your choice of a pint of lager or cider, glass of house wine or a soft drink
Limited availability
Access:Grandstand, pre-parade ring, parade ring, all grandstand public bars, all grandstand public eateries and all grandstand public betting outlets
Details:Includes your raceday programme and enables you to watch all of racing action and any live entertainment
Dining:Includes a pint of beer or cider, glass of house wine or a soft drink and a traditional pie
*Please note this offer has limited availability
Access:Premier enclosure, pre-parade ring, parade ring, all premier public bars, all premier public eateries and all premier public betting outlets
Details:Enables you to watch all of racing action and any live entertainment
Discount:Book in advance to secure the best price
Access:Premier enclosure, pre-parade ring, parade ring, all premier public bars, all premier public eateries and all premier public betting outlets
Details:Enables you to watch all of racing action and any live entertainment
Discount:For groups over 40 please call 01302 499731
This package includes admission for 2 adults and 2 children
Access:Grandstand, pre-parade ring, parade ring, all grandstand public bars, all grandstand public eateries and all grandstand public betting outlets
Details:Includes two raceday programmes and enables you to watch all of racing action and any live entertainment
Dining:Includes a welcome drink per person and sharing nachos
Join us for all 3 days of the Eastern Festival with this great value ticket, with access to the Grandstand enclosure, public bars, parade ring and pre parade ring.
NEW FOR 2025 - LIMITED AVAILABILITY!
Why not elevate your raceday experience and relish the days racing in the luxurious ambiance of our centre course pavilion? Leave the catering to us and enjoy the thrills of the day. Here, you and your guests will indulge in:
- Reserved indoor table for the day, with access to the outside lawns*
- Arrival Pimms
- Racecard
- Delicious Afternoon Tea
- Private indoor bar facility and private toilets
- Access to Tote betting facilities
- Winning post views of the racing
*(parties of less than 8 may be on a shared table)
Join us for all 3 days of the Eastern Festival with this great value ticket, with access to the Grandstand enclosure, public bars, parade ring and pre parade ring.
Join us for all 3 days of the Eastern Festival with this great value ticket, with access to the Premier enclosure, public bars, parade ring and pre parade ring.
Celebrate in style by crafting an exclusive message for the racecard! Your personalised greeting, such as a 'Happy Anniversary,' will be featured in the racecard.
Let us know your message (of up to 20 words) at least seven days before the event, by responding to your confirmation email or sending to racingnorth@arenaracingcompany.co.uk
Limited availability
