The Cheltenham Racecourse Christmas Meeting is amongst the highlight fixtures on National Hunt racing season.
Held on December 13-14, 2024, this event will bring spectacular racing performance, an energetic mood and those feeling of the first Christmas celebration.
Overview of the Event
The Christmas Meeting offers top-class races bringing together some of the best horses, trainers and jockeys to the sport.
It usually includes several races, one of which is the International Hurdle race this being considered a trial in the Cheltenham Festival in March.
While that is the focus of this meeting, it is also the racing, and there are many festive activities, presentations, and performances during the holiday.
Key Races to Watch
1. International Hurdle:
It’s conducted in the Grade 2 category over 2 miles and remains one of the biggest attractions of the meeting where the best hurdlers are produced to fight for the accolades.
2. The Unibet Handicap Chase:
A competitive class that allows many horses and riders to participate in a Handicap Steeplechase chasing race in which two or more riders compete with each other in one race.
3. The Albert Bartlett Novices’ Hurdle:
A special race that helps understand who might become one of the leaders in the field of hurdles in the future.
What to Expect
Festive Atmosphere
Due to festive atmosphere people can see all the Christmas decorative all over the racecourse, taste some seasonal foods and beverages, and even enjoy some jolly entertainments for children.
Hospitality Packages
For those visitors who want something more than a basic racecourse experience, Cheltenham has many hospitality packages which include food a beverages and private grandstand.
Family-Friendly Activities
This event is suitable for both adults and children, there are sections for children and family, and as such, it is perfect during the holiday seasons.
They can be car racing lovers or just people who decided to have fun with their friends and families and this event will satisfy all of them.
