Summer Saturday series returns to Doncaster Rascecourse this May Bank Holiday weekend
The 2026 Summer Saturday Series is back with a bang, taking over Doncaster Racecourse from this Saturday (May 2) kicking off with enthralling horse racing followed by a Daytime Disco featuring showstopping live DJ sets.
Set to be one of the standout events of the bank holiday weekend, this opening fixture promises a vibrant atmosphere, making Doncaster Racecourse the place to be for anyone looking to start the long weekend in style.
Meadowhall is sponsoring this year’s Summer Saturday Series for the first time, following a successful partnership at last year’s Betfred St Leger Festival Ladies’ Day, where the centre crowned the event’s best dressed couple.
The Summer Saturday series will then continue across selected Saturdays from May through to August, delivering a vibrant mix of elite racing action followed by high-energy post-racing entertainment, cementing Doncaster as the place to be this summer.
The series will bring seven incredible live acts and themes to Doncaster Racecourse across seven iconic summer race days, as part of the build-up to the 250th anniversary of the world-famous Betfred St Leger Stakes at the 2026 Betfred St Leger Festival.
After Daytime Disco this Saturday, highlights include a 90s Hangover set from well-known Yorkshire DJ Chris Moyles, a live post-racing performance from The Lottery Winners, plus a DJ set from social media sensation and Assistant Manager of Royal Oak FC, Steve Bracknall.
Starting the series indoors, the first two events will be hosted in the large exhibition hall, which contains numerous bars and convenient betting facilities. The rest of the Summer Saturday series will take place outdoors on the outdoor Champagne Lawn stage. From disco anthems and drag extravaganzas, there’s something for everyone.
The full post-racing lineup includes:
Daytime Disco - May 2
Queenz Drag Show - May 16
Chris Moyles 90s Hangover - June 6
Lottery Winners - June 20
Ultimate 80s Party - July 18
Steve Bracknall DJ Set - August 1
Wallen & Combs Tribute - August 15
Rachel Harwood, Executive Director of Doncaster Racecourse, commented: “We can’t wait for the return of the Summer Saturday series this weekend and to bring on such a brilliant sponsor in Meadowhall to make this year’s entertainment bigger and better than ever. This Saturday’s Daytime Disco promises to deliver a party atmosphere and overall great day out for attendees following a jam packed schedule of racing.
“For anyone looking to mix things up and enjoy the bank holiday weekend, head down to Doncaster Racecourse this Saturday. Fingers crossed this lovely sunshine sticks around for everyone too!”
Darren Pearce, centre director at Meadowhall, commented: “It's brilliant to be partnering with Doncaster Racecourse for the Summer Saturday Series. After the success of our partnership at last year's Betfred St Leger Festival Ladies' Day, we're excited to support a fantastic run of events that bring people across South Yorkshire together to have fun this summer!”
Tickets start from just £10, with under 18’s going free, and to enjoy the live entertainment, racegoers must have a County ticket, starting from £32.
To enjoy the entertainment indoors on the first two dates, racegoers require a Grandstand or above ticket, and access to the outdoor entertainment on all other days is exclusively available to County, Premier and Hospitality ticket holders.
Guests can also enjoy exclusive drinks offers including 50 per cent off draught drinks and £10 off bottles of house wine, prosecco, champagne and Pimm’s jugs for the first hour after gates open on all event dates.
To celebrate the 250th anniversary of the Betfred St Leger, the racecourse are offering an exclusive group offer for groups of 6 or more for £17.76pp and for the first time ever, guests with tickets for the picnic enclosure now have the option to bring up to 4 cans of drink in with them per person.
Racegoers can also elevate their experience by booking a hospitality package from just £89. For more information, visit https://www.doncaster-racecourse.co.uk/racing-highlights/summer-saturday-series, or call the team on 01302 304200 to secure your place. Book now to secure tickets for the best possible price.