Name: Ebor Festival
Start: 2026-08-22
End: 2026-08-22
Location: York

Question 1

Why is it called the Ebor Festival?

Accepted Answer

The Ebor Festival is named after the city of York, known as Eboracum during the Roman period

Question 2

What does the day include?

Accepted Answer

Two options, both in the Ebor Stand. The Dante Suite gives you a Champagne reception, four-course luncheon and a private seated balcony. The Ebor Restaurant runs buffet, carvery, afternoon tea and a complimentary bar.

Question 3

What is the dress code?

Accepted Answer

York expects smart dress in the Ebor Stand hospitality areas: jacket and trousers, or a dress. No trainers, sportswear or replica shirts. Many guests lean into hats and tailoring, particularly on Ladies' Day.

Question 4

What time does the first race start?

Accepted Answer

Racing is afternoon into early evening. You'll arrive earlier for your Champagne reception, then lunch in the Dante Suite or coffee and buffet in the Ebor Restaurant before the off.

Question 5

How far ahead should we book?

Accepted Answer

As early as you can. The Ebor Stand fills months out, especially around Ladies' Day and Ebor Day. Get in touch once your dates are firm and we'll lock in your preferred suite.

Question 6

Dante Suite or Ebor Restaurant, which should we pick?

Accepted Answer

Dante if you want a private seated balcony, four-course luncheon and a more formal feel. Ebor Restaurant if you prefer a fluid buffet, carvery, afternoon tea and a shared balcony over the winning post.

Question 7

Can you sort accommodation in York?

Accepted Answer

Yes. We pair your hospitality with hotels in York to suit your party, and handle the booking alongside everything else so it's one trip, one point of contact.

Question 8

How do group bookings work for a corporate party?

Accepted Answer

We're set up for groups. Tell us numbers, preferred suite and any names you want hosting, and we'll build it around your party. Mixed Dante and Ebor parties are fine.

Question 9

Will we have a named contact on the day?

Accepted Answer

Yes. One of us looks after your booking from first call through to raceday, and you'll have a name and number on the ground at York if anything needs sorting.

Question 10

Why book a package rather than tickets and a hotel separately?

Accepted Answer

You get hospitality, hotel, parking and the day itself tied together by one of us. No juggling suppliers, no gaps, and you can shape the components around your party.

Choose your hospitality

Ebor Restaurant on Ebor Day

Dante Suite on Ebor Day

What’s included

Ebor Festival

Weather

Our pick

Dress code

With Imperial Corporate Events

On-site team

Seamless booking process

Moving around York

Train

Taxi & Uber

Car

Frequently Asked Questions