Everything we know so far about the Randox Health Grand National 2025

There’s exactly eight weeks to go until one of the biggest sporting events in the world gets underway again at Aintree Racecourse – and we’re as excited as ever.

There’ll be three days of racing at the Randox Grand National Festival and, as always, some serious glamming up!

Whether you’re planning to watch it from your living room, down the pub, or from the hallowed turf of one of the most famous courses across the globe, the countdown has begun.

So, with plenty to look forward to, on and off the course, here’s everything we know so far …

When is this year’s Randox Health Grand National Festival?

The festival is on from Thursday, April 3 to Saturday, April 5.

Where will it be held?

We probably don’t even need to answer this but, just to be clear, as always it will be held at Aintree Racecourse.

How much are tickets?

If you buy them online tickets start from £31.50 on Opening Day, Thursday, April 3 for a Festival Zone ticket which gets you access to viewing over the closing stages of every race; viewing access of the Parade Ring and Winners’ Enclosure; the chance to relax and socialise in the Red Rum Garden with live entertainment throughout the day; access to the Rum & Ginger Bar with screens and betting facilities; live music in the Aintree Pavilion, plus Tote betting facilities and big screen viewing. 

Prices increase up to £130 for the Platinum Lounge Seats which include a birds-eye view directly above the Finishing Post, a covered seating area, and viewing access of the Parade Ring and Winners’ Enclosure. 

Tickets start at £49.50 online for Ladies Day and £76.50 on Grand National Day itself, plus there are luxury experiences too.

Where can I buy tickets?

You can purchase tickets online from The Jockey Club website: https://www.thejockeyclub.co.uk/aintree/events-tickets/grand-national/tickets/#filteredby=ga&tab=all

Can I still buy tickets?

You can but you’d better be quick. Tickets sell quickly – especially for Grand National Day itself.

What can I expect on each day?

Thursday, April 3 is Opening Day which sets the tone for the entire festival and marks the start of yet another amazing festival. Gates open at 11am with the first of seven races starting at 1.45pm.

Friday, April 4 is Ladies Day when gates will open at 10.30am with, again, the first of seven races starting at 1.45pm. 

Ladies Day is one of the most glamorous race days when The Style Awards are held and when the spotlight shines not just on the horses and jockeys but on the best dressed of Liverpool. Iconic British high-street retailer River Island is back as an Official Style Partner of Ladies’ Day at the Randox Grand National Festival 2025.

Gates open earlier at 10am on Saturday, April 5, Grand National Day and the first race is at 1.20pm, with the big race going under starter’s orders at 4pm.

What are the Style Awards prizes this year?

BEST DRESSED:

The two best dressed racegoers will each receive a £3,000 River Island voucher, two Garden Club tickets to Ladies Day at the Randox Grand National Festival 2026, a Randox Health full body Everyman or Everywoman package, plus additional River Island gifts worth £1,000.

MOST SUSTAINABLY DRESSED

The most sustainably dressed racegoer will receive a £1,000 River Island voucher, two Garden Club tickets to Ladies Day at the Randox Grand National Festival 2026, hospitality for two at an Aintree Racecourse fixture of choice in 2025, and additional River Island gifts worth £1,000

Entertainment – who’s playing?

You can get ready for an unforgettable Ladies Day as Glitterbox resident and founder of Full Fat, DJ Fat Tony – known for his electrifying performances in Ibiza, Glastonbury and beyond – is set to take to the stage in the Red Rum Garden to deliver a show-stopping set. 

Liverpool’s own Craig Charles is bringing his iconic funk and soul sound to Aintree Racecourse too, headlining on Grand National Day in the Red Rum Garden.

Brad Kella, the exceptionally talented pianist from Bootle and recent winner of Channel 4’s The Piano, will also perform on Grand National Day.

Hits Radio will also be back for 2025 with presenters Leanne Campbell and Joel Ross broadcasting live from Aintree Racecourse all morning on Ladies Day, and former Pussycat Doll turned DJ and presenter, Kimberly Wyatt will take to the decks in the Red Rum Garden.

Find out more about the Randox Grand National on The Jockey Club website.

Find more events across Liverpool City Region in our Events Calendar.