United Kingdom · 5 outfits
What to wear to Betfred St Leger Festival
Outfits built to the dress code as the racecourse states it, with the reason each one passes.
where you are standing
Premier Enclosure and Home Straight Restaurant
Women
The dress code
Smart attire for ladies. Jeans and sportswear are not permitted. Children asked to dress smartly. May be relaxed in extreme weather.
Outfit 1
Timeless midi and big hat
Why it passes. Smart, no jeans or sportswear; follows the 2026 guide: classy, 'go big with a hat', add colour.
On the day. Mid-September 10-19°C; grass lawns.
What regulars wear. 2026 theme: 'Timeless Style: create a look that lasts as long as the Leger'.
Outfit 2
Tailored co-ord
Why it passes. Smart attire.
On the day. A jacket for late afternoon.
What regulars wear. Style Awards prize pot £2,500 in 2026.
Outfit 3
Printed dress and cover-up
Why it passes. Smart attire.
On the day. Showers likely.
What regulars wear. Wear something that 'feels like you' - the guide's golden rule.
Common mistakes
- Jeans, even smart ones, in Premier
- Sportswear
Men
The dress code
Jacket for gentlemen with tie optional. Jeans and sportswear are not permitted.
Outfit 1
Suit, tie optional
- Suiting
- Two- or three-piece suit
- Accessories
- Collared shirt, tie optional
- Shoes
- Brogues
Why it passes. Jacket worn; no jeans.
On the day. Mild; shower-proof layer.
What regulars wear. Friday is Gents Day (2026).
Outfit 2
Blazer and tailored trousers
- Suiting
- Blazer, wool trousers
- Accessories
- Shirt
- Shoes
- Loafers
Why it passes. Jacket rule met.
On the day. As above.
What regulars wear. County Enclosure next door is looser: smart jeans or tailored shorts and a collared shirt recommended.
Common mistakes
- Jeans
- No jacket
Race days this covers
- Betfred St Leger Festival · Thu 9 Sept 2027
- Betfred St Leger Day · Saturday of the festival (12 Sept in 2026)
- Betfred St Leger Festival - Ladies Day · Thursday, first day of the festival (10 Sept in 2026; 2027 festival 9-12 Sept)
Dress codes change. Check the racecourse's own page before you go: doncaster-racecourse.co.uk