Family-themed raceday at Chester Racecourse inspired by the city's Roman heritage, with live racing, archery, slides, inflatables and a Roman DJ.
Roman Day returns to Chester Racecourse on Saturday 29 May 2027, the first Saturday fixture of the racing season. The day is built around the fact that Chester was founded by the Romans, and the racecourse treats it as one of the standouts of the calendar: 'It wouldn't be a season at Chester without our famous Roman Day!'
It's a family-focused day, with live racing running alongside activities for younger racegoers. There's archery, slides and inflatables, plus Romans on guard giving visitors their 'marching orders' and a DJ keeping the atmosphere going. Adults get the first Saturday fixture of the racing season, with food and the Roman theme running through the day.
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General admission tickets start from £11, with prices varying by enclosure and hospitality. Children aged 17 and under go free, with all activities included. The racecourse is promoting the 2027 day out at 2026 prices, so booking early keeps the cost down. Gates open at 11:30 am at Chester Racecourse, Chester, Cheshire, CH1 2LY.
