Sport · Chester Racecourse
The Virgin Bet Autumn Festival Friday
Friday fixture in Chester Racecourse autumn festival weekend.
Friday 11 September
11:30-17:03 · Chester Racecourse Listing checked Fri 31 Jul
What it is
Chester Racecourse lists the first day of the Virgin Bet Autumn Festival for Friday 11 September 2026. Gates open at 11:30, the first race is at 13:37 and the last race at 17:03.
Best for
Sport, race days and groups who can cope with a crowd.
Watch for
Allow extra time nearby. Bigger events can make Chester slow in all the predictable places.
Before you go
Tickets
Use the official listing for current ticket options, availability, concessions and fees.
Getting there
Garden Quarter & outskirts. Use the map link for the exact entrance before travelling.
On the day
Gates open at 11:30, the first race is at 13:37 and the last race at 17:03.
This weekend
Planning Friday to Sunday?
Use the weekend planner for the tighter view: checked listings, day-by-day options and practical fallbacks.
Listed events can change, including scheduling, times, ticket status and entry rules. More than a month out is up-to-date-ish.