Racing enthusiasts and supporters are invited to attend the highly anticipated Christmas Meeting at Cheltenham Racecourse, proudly supporting Midlands Air Ambulance Charity and its vital pre-hospital emergency service across the Midlands region.
Taking place on Saturday 12th December 2026, the Christmas Meeting promises a full Saturday race day filled with festive atmosphere and top-class racing. The event will bring together passionate riders, trainers and racing fans, all united in support of a lifesaving cause.
For this special seasonal event, Cheltenham Racecourse have partnered with Midlands Air Ambulance Charity, providing the charity with exclusive use of the paddock-facing Festival Suite. Guests can look forward to a three-course meal, Gold Cup experience, exciting racing action, and festive activities throughout the day, including a Christmas market, carol singing, and more.
This year’s event is proudly sponsored by EV Cargo, a leading global transport and logistics services provider with activities across the Midlands and wider UK, demonstrating its commitment to supporting communities and lifesaving services in the region.
Wiktoria Jaworska, corporate partnership executive at Midlands Air Ambulance Charity, said: “We are delighted to host our first Christmas Meeting Race Day at Cheltenham Racecourse. This event will bring supporters together for a fantastic day while raising vital funds for our lifesaving service. We’re incredibly grateful to EV Cargo for their generous sponsorship, helping us continue to respond to incidents and save lives across our six-county region.”
Heath Zarin, Executive Chairman at EV Cargo, added:“We’re proud to sponsor the Christmas Meeting Race Day in support of Midlands Air Ambulance Charity. As a business with strong roots across the Midlands and the UK, we recognise the critical role the charity plays in providing emergency care to local communities. Supporting this event is an opportunity for us to help make a real difference and contribute to the continuation of their lifesaving work.”
Guy Lavender, Chief Executive at Cheltenham Racecourse, added: “We’re delighted to once again welcome Midlands Air Ambulance Charity to Cheltenham Racecourse. Combining a fantastic day of racing with the opportunity to support a truly vital local cause. We’re proud to continue our partnership with the charity and look forward to another memorable event.”
To learn more about this exciting evening of racing, dining, and fundraising, please email [email protected].
