Britain’s most northerly track lies in the Perth and Kinross region of eastern Scotland. Set amidst beautiful countryside, with the ancient Scone Palace in the backdrop, the course plays host to around 15 National Hunt meetings between the months of April and September.
The three-day April Festival is the track’s most popular meeting, with further highlights including the Perth Gold Cup in June, and the Summer Champion Hurdle in August.
Upcoming Fixtures at Perth
- Monday 7th September 2026 - Jump / Turf
- Wednesday 23rd September 2026 - Jump / Turf
- Thursday 24th September 2026 - Jump / Turf
Recent Fixtures
- Saturday 15th August 2026 - Jump / Turf
- Sunday 12th July 2026 - Jump / Turf
- Thursday 2nd July 2026 - Jump / Turf
- Sunday 7th June 2026 - Jump / Turf
- Thursday 14th May 2026 - Jump / Turf
- Wednesday 13th May 2026 - Jump / Turf
- Friday 24th April 2026 - Jump / Turf
- Thursday 23rd April 2026 - Jump / Turf
- Wednesday 22nd April 2026 - Jump / Turf
- Tuesday 21st October 2025 - Jump / Turf
- Thursday 25th September 2025 - Jump / Turf
- Wednesday 24th September 2025 - Jump / Turf
- Monday 8th September 2025 - Jump / Turf
- Saturday 16th August 2025 - Jump / Turf
- Sunday 13th July 2025 - Jump / Turf
- Thursday 3rd July 2025 - Jump / Turf
- Sunday 8th June 2025 - Jump / Turf
- Thursday 15th May 2025 - Jump / Turf
- Wednesday 14th May 2025 - Jump / Turf
- Friday 25th April 2025 - Jump / Turf
- Thursday 24th April 2025 - Jump / Turf
- Wednesday 23rd April 2025 - Jump / Turf
- Tuesday 22nd October 2024 - Jump / Turf
- Thursday 26th September 2024 - Jump / Turf
- Wednesday 25th September 2024 - Jump / Turf
Perth Major Meetings
Perth Racecourse is Scotland’s most northerly National Hunt venue and enjoys a reputation as one of the country’s friendliest sporting destinations. Set in the beautiful surroundings of Scone Palace Park, the racecourse stages a compact but high-quality season of jump racing from spring through to early autumn.
With prestigious staying chases, popular social occasions and spectacular scenery, Perth offers a racing experience that is as memorable off the track as it is on it.
The Perth Festival (April)
The Perth Festival signals the return of top-class jump racing in Scotland and is one of the biggest meetings north of the border. Staged over three days, the festival attracts leading trainers from Scotland, Ireland and England, with competitive fields and excellent prize money helping to launch the heart of the jumps season.
The Highland National provides one of the meeting’s standout moments, while the welcoming atmosphere makes the festival a favourite among racegoers.
- Perth’s flagship three-day racing festival
- Features the historic Highland National
- One of Scotland’s premier National Hunt meetings
Ladies Day (May)
Ladies Day brings together competitive racing, fashion and entertainment for one of Perth’s biggest social occasions. Stylish racegoers fill the enclosures as hospitality, live entertainment and National Hunt action combine to create a memorable spring afternoon.
It’s one of the best-attended fixtures of the year and a highlight for many regular visitors.
- Perth’s leading social race day
- Fashion competitions alongside quality jump racing
- A lively atmosphere attracting large crowds
Perth Gold Cup Day (June)
One of the racecourse’s most prestigious fixtures, Perth Gold Cup Day centres around its feature handicap chase, which regularly attracts talented staying chasers from across Britain. The meeting combines competitive racing with a relaxed summer atmosphere in the picturesque setting of Scone Palace Park.
- Headlined by the prestigious Perth Gold Cup
- One of Scotland’s leading summer jumps meetings
- Popular with owners, trainers and racing enthusiasts
Stone of Destiny Raceday (August)
Named after one of Scotland’s most famous historic symbols, Stone of Destiny Raceday is a popular summer Saturday fixture that blends competitive National Hunt racing with a welcoming family atmosphere. The meeting has become an established favourite during Perth’s summer programme.
- Popular Saturday meeting during the summer season
- Competitive National Hunt racing in scenic surroundings
- Celebrates Scotland’s rich heritage alongside the sport
Glorious Finale (September)
Perth rounds off its racing year with the two-day Glorious Finale, bringing another successful season to a close. Dating back to local racing traditions stretching as far as 1613, the meeting has become a fitting celebration of the racecourse’s long history and loyal support.
There’s a warm atmosphere throughout the fixture as racegoers gather for one final opportunity to enjoy racing before the winter break.
- Two-day festival closing the Perth racing season
- Celebrates centuries of racing heritage in the area
- A popular end-of-season gathering for Scottish racing fans
