Aintree Grand National Ticket Sale Dates

As of November 9, 2026, Aintree’s official site lists tickets for the 2027 Grand National Festival as available, with the event promoted from £39. There is no upcoming release date or launch time to wait for: use The Jockey Club’s official Aintree ticket page, where you can check current choices and checkout terms. (thejockeyclub.co.uk)

For a high-demand race day, the key is to separate a real ticket release from a reseller’s countdown or a social post that sounds official. The 2027 festival dates are confirmed, but there is no fixed annual ticket-release day, and Aintree has not published a specific 2027 drop time. The best move is to check the official page now, then use Aintree’s mailing list for future ticket notices—not a claimed “presale code” from an unverified seller. (thejockeyclub.co.uk)

Aintree Ticket Release Timing and Sale-Date Checks

The 2027 festival runs Thursday, April 8, through Saturday, April 10, with Grand National Day on Saturday, April 10. The official site currently offers a “Buy Tickets” route, so the useful answer is to check live availability there—not to wait for a future launch date that has not been announced. (thejockeyclub.co.uk)

The Jockey Club’s event page confirms the three festival days and links to its ticketing route. Its current Aintree listing promotes the festival from £39. That is a starting price shown in the official listing, not a promise that every day, enclosure, or seat costs £39. Review the selected day, ticket type, fees, and total before paying. (prod.thejockeyclub.co.uk)

There is no reliable annual pattern that lets shoppers name a precise 2027 ticket launch date from past years. Public event pages can confirm a race date or a sellout, but those are not the same as a first on-sale announcement. I would treat any exact “drop day” or time not posted by Aintree or The Jockey Club as unconfirmed.

The sales record does show why waiting can be risky. On March 18, 2026, Aintree announced that Ladies Day had sold out and that the Grand National Day grandstands, main enclosures, and Festival Zone were sold out, with limited Embankment availability remaining. That is a real availability milestone, not proof of a set release cadence for 2027. (thejockeyclub.co.uk)

This is a limited record, not a complete archive of launch announcements. It does not support a claim that 2027 tickets first went on sale on a particular day or at a particular hour. The practical takeaway is simpler: if the official checkout offers the ticket you want, use that live status rather than waiting for an assumed later phase.

Ticket Types, Checkout Costs, and Official Offers

The official event page separates Opening Day, Ladies Day, and Grand National Day, and also lists hospitality. The ticket page’s live checkout should be treated as the final source for what is available and what it costs; the public event listing’s £39 starting figure does not establish the price of every option. (thejockeyclub.co.uk)

Prices can differ by day and ticket type, and The Jockey Club’s terms say ticket prices may vary with demand. They also allow item, handling, or booking fees. Compare the final total, not just the first price you see, and do not assume an advertised “from” price applies to Grand National Saturday or a reserved seat. (thejockeyclub.co.uk)

Aintree’s official newsletter advertises exclusive offers and early-bird windows in general. That supports signing up for notices, but it does not confirm a 2027 presale date, a code, a minimum spend, or a loyalty-tier requirement. I found no official 2027 registration deadline or public purchase cap to report. (thejockeyclub.co.uk)

Treat retail-style savings claims with care. Aintree tickets are event admission, not standard retail goods; do not count on coupon codes, price matching, or cashback stacking unless the official checkout explicitly accepts the offer. A seller’s “VIP presale” label is not proof of an Aintree-authorized early-access window.

Authorized Platforms, Transfer Rules, and Refund Policies

Start at Aintree’s page on The Jockey Club website and follow its own “Buy Tickets” button. The official page lists a ticket hotline, 0344 579 3001, if you need to check a booking or ask about current availability. A third-party listing is not verified just because it uses the race name or venue logo. (thejockeyclub.co.uk)

Be cautious with resale sites, including familiar marketplaces. The Jockey Club’s terms say unauthorized resale may make a ticket void and lead to refused entry; the terms also restrict business resale and bundling tickets with other services. So a cheaper listing can carry more risk than the price tag suggests. Buy from the official route unless Aintree identifies another seller as authorized. (thejockeyclub.co.uk)

Aintree’s visitor FAQ says a ticket may be transferred to another person if you can no longer attend, but the racecourse terms place limits on transfers and resale. Read the terms for the specific ticket and do not treat a transfer as permission to sell it commercially. Refunds are also limited: the terms say tickets generally cannot be exchanged or refunded after purchase, except under stated refund conditions. (thejockeyclub.co.uk)

The FAQ says tickets are sent by email, can be printed or shown on a phone, and may be imported into The Jockey Club app. After checkout, check the confirmation email and make sure the ticket appears in the official app or account. If an order seems missing, contact Aintree’s ticket team rather than trusting a seller who offers to “fix” the QR code. (thejockeyclub.co.uk)

Order Confirmation and Ticket-Validity Checks

Before checkout, choose the day, ticket type, group size, and maximum total you are willing to pay. Create or verify your official ticketing account, confirm your email address, and have a valid payment method ready. These steps reduce delays without relying on scripts, multiple accounts, or unofficial queue links.

On purchase day, enter through the official Aintree or Jockey Club page. If a queue appears, stay in the original browser session and avoid refreshing unless the page instructs you to do so. Check the cart’s stated expiry time, then complete payment and save the confirmation email. The official ticket page notes that a basket can expire, so avoid leaving it idle. (thejockeyclub.co.uk)

Before submitting payment, confirm the date, enclosure, quantity, and full total. Keep the order reference, but do not post it or a ticket QR code publicly. Once the tickets arrive, verify them in your email or the Jockey Club app. A screenshot from a resale seller is not the same as a ticket in your official account. (thejockeyclub.co.uk)

If your preferred section is not listed, check the official page again later and sign up for Aintree’s newsletter. A change in availability is possible, but I found no published schedule for restocks, timed batches, or a 2027 waitlist. Do not pay a premium based on a reseller’s claim that the last official tickets have vanished unless the racecourse confirms it.

Frequently Asked Questions

When do Aintree Grand National 2027 tickets go on sale?

The official Aintree page currently links to “Buy Tickets” for the festival, scheduled for April 8–10, 2027. No separate future release date or launch time is published. Check the official ticket page for live inventory rather than relying on a predicted date. (thejockeyclub.co.uk)

What date is the 2027 Grand National?

Grand National Day is Saturday, April 10, 2027. The full Aintree festival runs Thursday, April 8, to Saturday, April 10. Those dates are confirmed on The Jockey Club’s event page. (prod.thejockeyclub.co.uk)

What time do the 2027 tickets go on sale?

Aintree has not published a 2027 ticket-drop time. The official site currently links to its ticket route, so there is no announced future general-sale hour to convert between UK and US time zones. Use the live ticket page for current availability. (thejockeyclub.co.uk)

Are tickets already available for the 2027 festival?

The official Aintree listing currently promotes the 2027 festival and links to “Buy Tickets.” It advertises the festival from £39, but the live checkout is needed to confirm availability and the total for your selected day and ticket type. (thejockeyclub.co.uk)

How much do 2027 tickets cost?

The official Aintree listing advertises the festival from £39. That is a starting price, not a fixed price for every day or section. The ticket terms allow demand-based pricing and possible fees, so check the total shown at checkout before placing your order. (thejockeyclub.co.uk)

Is there a presale code or priority access for 2027?

No 2027 presale code, registration deadline, or priority tier is confirmed in the official material checked. Aintree’s newsletter promotes early-bird windows and offers in general. Subscribe for official notices, but do not treat a third-party code claim as valid unless Aintree confirms it. (thejockeyclub.co.uk)

Can I buy 2027 tickets on StubHub or another resale site?

Aintree’s terms warn that unauthorized resale can void tickets and lead to refused entry. Buy through the official Jockey Club route, or use another seller only if Aintree identifies it as authorized. A listing, QR image, or “guaranteed” label alone does not prove validity. (thejockeyclub.co.uk)

Can I transfer my ticket if I cannot attend?

Aintree’s FAQ says a ticket may be transferred to another person, while the racecourse terms restrict resale and some commercial transfers. Check the terms for your ticket before sending it on. Do not assume that a permitted transfer also allows resale for profit. (thejockeyclub.co.uk)

Are Grand National tickets refundable?

The Jockey Club’s terms say tickets generally cannot be exchanged or refunded after purchase, except in situations covered by its refund rules. Read the terms before paying, especially if travel plans are uncertain. Keep your order confirmation in case you need to contact the ticket team. (thejockeyclub.co.uk)

What should I do if my ticket does not arrive?

Check the booking confirmation email and spam folder first. Aintree says tickets are emailed and can be shown on a phone, printed, or imported into its app. If the ticket is still missing, contact the official ticket team at 0344 579 3001. (thejockeyclub.co.uk)

(This article was written by one of our staff writers, Michael T. Hargrove. Visit our Meet the Team page.)