Hamilton Park Racecourse enjoys a unique place in Scottish racing, being the country’s only purpose-built Flat racing venue. Located just outside Glasgow in South Lanarkshire, it has been welcoming racegoers since the late 1920s. Today, it combines competitive summer racing with a reputation for excellent hospitality, making it one of Scotland’s most popular sporting destinations.
Front-runners can be difficult to catch if they judge the pace correctly at Hamilton, but the demanding finish often gives strong closers every chance to make an impact. Fixtures are staged from May through to September, with a mixture of handicaps, novice contests and Listed races attracting trainers from both Scotland and the north of England.
The Listed Glasgow Stakes is among the highlights of the calendar, while the Lanark Silver Bell, one of Britain’s oldest sporting trophies, remains a race steeped in tradition.
Beyond racing, Hamilton Park has become a major events venue in its own right. Summer concerts have welcomed a host of well-known artists over the years, while popular music nights following racing continue to draw large crowds. The venue also hosts weddings, conferences, business functions, charity events and festive celebrations throughout the year, helping it remain busy long after the final race has been run.
Upcoming Events at Hamilton Park
Hamilton Park: Silver Bell Racenight ft. GBX Anthems
The race for the historic Lanark Silver Bell is a highlight in Hamilton Park’s racing fixtures with gates opening for racing at 14.30, the first race at 17.05, and the last race at 20.15. Following the racing, there will be a performance by GBX Anthems, which is a Scottish dance music brand by Glasgow-based producer George Bowie.
Hamilton Park: Sunday Raceday ft. Lanarkshire Classic Cars
Hamilton Park is putting on Sunday racing with special guest, Lanarkshire Classic Cars. There will be a selection of classic and vintage vehicles on display on the Paddock Lawn throughout the afternoon giving racegoers an opportunity to get up close and chat to car enthusiasts. Exact timings are still to be confirmed but the gates will open around 12.30 with the first race at 14.13 and the last at 17.13.
Hamilton Park: September Weekend Family Raceday
The second family race day at Hamilton Park will be held in late September and will be free for all children under the age of 18. Activities will include a bounce house, face painting, fair ground rides, and more. Timings are still tentative but gates are set to open around 12.00 with the first race at 1.50 and the last race at 17.20.
Recent Events at Hamilton Park
Hamilton Park: Ladies Night ft. Nadine Coyle & The Wanted 2.0
Get your glad rags and your racing day hats ready! Ladies Day is coming Hamilton Park with live music after the racing, including The Wanted 2.0, Nadine Coyle & DJ Katy J. Gates open at 14.30, the first race is at 17.50, and the last race is 21.00.
Hamilton Park: Glasgow Stakes Centenary Racenight ft. Tide Lines
Tide Lines, a Scottish indie folk and pop band, will be performing live after the racing, featuring their hit tracks, such as ‘Far Side of the World’ and ‘Heroes’. The racecourse gates open at 15.30 with the first race at 17.30 and the last at 21.00.
Family Racenight ft. Connor Fyfe & Just The Brave
The first family race night of the season will entail live racing action, music, and free children’s activities. Before racing, Scottish boyband, Just the Brave, will take the stage. Other entertainment will include Segways, bungee trampolines, face painting and a variety of exciting games and inflatables. The Miami fairground ride will also make a return. Gates open at 4pm, the first race is at 17.40 and the last race is at 20.50.
Hamilton Park: Racenight ft. Electric 80's & Neon 90's Tribute
Indigo Unified Comms Saints & Sinners Racenight will feature an Electric 80’s & Neon 90’s Tribute after the racing with dance floor-fillers and club classics. Best of all, the night is in aid of worthwhile causes. Gates open at 15.30, the first race is at 18.00 and the last race is at 21.00.