Racing fans will be chomping at the bit in anticipation of the new season at Cheltenham Racecourse, opening with The Showcase on Friday 24 and Saturday 25 October 2025. This first fixture in the 2025-26 Cheltenham Racecourse season sees leading jockeys, horses and trainers return to jump racing’s most famous arena in a spectacular showcase of the season's most promising stars. When does the new season start at Cheltenham Racecourse? How much are tickets to The Showcase at Cheltenham Racecourse? Please note that free children's tickets must be ordered from the ticketing page.