Enjoy all the thrills of horse racing as well as a whole host of different activities and cuisines at La Zarzuela Racecourse, an architectural landmark of Madrid's Rationalist movement which was built in the 1940s. The 2025 programme kicks off on 2 March, with races typically held on Sunday mornings during spring and autumn. In the summer, they take place in the evenings and at night, from Thursday through Saturday.
2025 Horse Racing Calendar:
- March: 2, 9, 16, 23, 30
- April: 6, 13, 20, 27
- May: 4, 11, 18, 25
- June: 1, 8, 14, 21, 26, 28
- July: 3, 5, 10, 12, 17, 19, 24, 26, 31
- August: 2, 7, 9
- September: 3, 11, 14, 21, 28
- October: 5, 12, 19, 26
- November: 2, 9, 16, 23, 30
- December: 23 and 28 (Family Day)
Evening races held on 26 June and throughout July and August will take place on the synthetic track. Additionally, every Saturday in June, one race will also be held on the synthetic track and will be specifically indicated in the programme. All other races listed in this calendar will take place on the turf track.
Download the full programme for the 2025 season.
Not forgetting...
In addition to exciting races, La Zarzuela also offers a great food and drink selection, ranging from international snacks sold in food trucks to traditional tapas and fresh seasonal cuisine served in the VIP area. During the summer, you can enjoy an evening of racing, music and food thanks to their Night at the Races events, and if you fancy treating yourself to a VIP experience, you may opt to sit back and relax in the Torroja grandstand. This exclusive zone features chill out areas with ambient music, an open bar service, and catering throughout the race day.
If you’re interested in learning more about the racetrack, Hipotour offers an hour-long guided tour right before the first race. Find out how a typical race day unfolds, discover who the best jockeys and horses are, and learn a few tips and tricks for betting on the winning horse.
The race course also has something for the little ones. Set up in spring and autumn in the northern paddock, Ponyturf Club is a space for children which features bouncy castles and pony rides, inviting kids to get to know these magnificent animals.
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