Chester Racecourse hosts autumn festival opener on 11 September
The first day of the Virgin Bet Autumn Festival takes place at Chester Racecourse on Friday 11 September 2026, with racing listed from 11:30 to 00:00. The event is suitable for racegoers and anyone considering a sporting day out in Chester, although the listing does not confirm ticket prices or booking arrangements.
When and where the event takes place
The event is scheduled for Friday 11 September 2026 at Chester Racecourse, Chester, Cheshire, CH1 2DY. It is organised by Chester Races and is presented as the opening day of the Virgin Bet Autumn Festival.
The source describes the meeting as one of the last opportunities to visit Chester Races before the 2025 season ends, despite the event date being listed in 2026. Readers should therefore use the current event listing or contact the organiser to confirm the latest details before making plans.
What to expect from the Friday raceday
The main focus is live horse racing, with the source describing racing from start to finish and inviting visitors to cheer their favourites towards the winning post. The day is also framed around Chester’s autumnal setting, offering a seasonal atmosphere alongside the sporting programme.
The event may appeal particularly to regular race visitors, but the listing also positions it as a way for people unfamiliar with Chester Races to experience a distinctive day out in the city. Its central themes are the racing itself and the autumn character of the occasion, rather than a separately advertised programme of entertainment.
Prices, booking and details to check
No ticket price or booking information is included in the supplied listing. It also does not specify transport arrangements, food or stalls, or accessibility provisions. Those details should be checked before travelling, especially if they affect whether and how you attend.
The listing provides the following organiser details:
- Organiser: Chester Races
- Email: enquiries@chester-races.com
- Telephone: 01244 304 600
- Venue: Chester Racecourse, Chester, Cheshire, CH1 2DY
The source is the Visit Cheshire Chester Events listing for The Virgin Bet Autumn Festival Friday, which also includes options to visit the organiser’s website and get directions. Check that listing or contact Chester Races for confirmed entry arrangements and any updated practical information before attending.
Source: Visit Cheshire Chester Events
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The date, time, venue, organiser and available practical information were checked against the Visit Cheshire event listing.
- Confirmed the event date as Friday 11 September 2026.
- Confirmed Chester Racecourse as the venue and recorded address details.
- Checked the listed time of 11:30 to 00:00.
- Noted that price, booking, transport and accessibility details are not provided.
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- Visit Cheshire Chester Events
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- 2026-09-10 10:40
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