Are you ready? This is going to be a Saturday night chock full of music, horse racing, and constant entertainment as ABBA Party Racenight arrives at Uttoxeter Racecourse in June. Combining competitive evening jumps events with a live tribute performance after racing, this popular summer get together promises a brilliant atmosphere from start to finish.
Visitors will enjoy a full racecard of jumping action before the entertainment shifts from the track to the stage after the final race has been run. The live ABBA tribute act will perform plenty of the legendary group’s biggest hits, giving the crowd the perfect excuse to sing along and dance late into the night. Whether you’re planning a night out with friends, a group party or simply looking for a summer night of fun, this race day offers something for everyone.
ABBA Party Racenight Timings & Location
To get to Uttoxeter Racecourse for the ABBA Party Racenight by car, just follow the A50 towards Uttoxeter before taking the local routes signposted to the racecourse. The venue is located close to the town centre and is easily accessible, including by public transport. Uttoxeter train station is within walking distance of the track, while parking is available on-site for those travelling by car.
As soon as the gates open, there will be a lively atmosphere around the course as racing fans and music lovers gather for one of the standout fixtures in June. Racegoers can enjoy general admission access, hospitality packages and a wide range of bars and food outlets across the venue, helping to create a brilliant evening of sport and entertainment.
Timings
Current timings for ABBA Party Racenight at Uttoxeter are:
- Gates open at 3:42pm
- First race is due off at 5:42pm
- Last race is due off at 8:42pm
- Live ABBA tribute performance starts after racing
Assuming there are no delays during the racing schedule, the entertainment will continue shortly after the final race when the tribute act takes to the stage. Fans can expect a lively setlist filled with classic ABBA favourites, helping to keep the party atmosphere going well into the evening.
As well as the entertainment after racing, there are seven competitive jump races scheduled throughout the evening. Here’s the line-up for the racecourse action during ABBA Party Racenight:
- Race 1 – 2-mile novices’ hurdle
- Race 2 – 2-mile, 7½-furlong mares’ handicap hurdle
- Race 3 – 2-mile, 4-furlong handicap chase
- Race 4 – 2-mile, 7½-furlong handicap hurdle
- Race 5 – 2-mile novices’ handicap chase
- Race 6 – 3-mile novices’ handicap chase
- Race 7 – 2-mile, 4-furlong novices’ handicap hurdle
The racing itself promises plenty of excitement as horses and jockeys tackle the jumps in a series of competitive contests. With the fixture also forming part of the Summer Jumps Championship, there is extra importance attached to every race throughout the evening as trainers and jockeys battle for valuable points during the campaign.
There will also be plenty of food and drink available around the racecourse, with bars and refreshment areas open throughout the evening. Racegoers arriving early can also take advantage of the opening drinks promotion, with selected drinks available at discounted prices during the first hour after gates open. Combined with live racing and a feel-good ABBA soundtrack after the action on track, this is set to be one of the most entertaining summer race nights at Uttoxeter.