A BRAND-NEW SATURDAY AT YORK RACES AWAITS

A brand new raceday on Saturday 23 September will have some familiar themes, with high quality sport combining with world-class facilities.

Seven races are headlined by the Vickers Bet Stakes, a sprint handicap offering £60,000. Further support from Jigsaw Sports Branding, Rio Steakhouse and the European Breeders’ Fund combine to make for a fascinating day for followers of the thoroughbred.

A brand new raceday does mean a new music act to the Knavesmire, direct from London's West End, this is the world's favourite George Michael celebration! "Fastlove - a Tribute to George Michael". A live band will accompany the upbeat hits made famous in the WHAM years or the soul classics from a glittering solo career. The musical aspect of the event will come live from the stage, just to the South of the Knavesmire Stand from around 17.45. The shuttle buses will operate until after the concert at around 18.45.

Away from the track, racegoers can follow the Frankie Dettori Selfie Trail, or pose for the 360-degree selfie camera or in front of the flower wall.

The Flying Frankie pub will serve the special Ebor IPA, priced at £5.90, with the York Kitchen Café offering “A pie, chips & pint” for £10. Other racegoers will look forward to the East Coast seafood platters.

Add in eight big screens and a punters panel before racing, all for an advanced booked price starting at just £22 for Stands Side, and only £7 for Clocktower Enclosure (U18s free to all public areas) and a great day awaits.