When Is the Grand National 2027? Dates & Times
The confirmed dates, the race time, gate-opening times and the full festival schedule at Aintree.
Countdown to the 2027 Grand National
In short: the 2027 Randox Grand National is on Saturday 10 April 2027, off at 4:00pm, at Aintree. The three-day festival runs Thursday 8 to Saturday 10 April 2027.
The key dates
- Opening Day — Thursday 8 April 2027 (gates open 11am)
- Ladies Day — Friday 9 April 2027 (gates open 10:30am)
- Grand National Day — Saturday 10 April 2027 (gates open 10am)
What time is the Grand National?
The Grand National itself is scheduled off at 4:00pm on Grand National Day, Saturday 10 April 2027. The first race of the day is at 12:45pm, with seven races on the card. See the full festival schedule for every race time across the three days.
When do tickets go on sale?
Tickets for the Grand National Festival are sold through Aintree Racecourse and released well in advance of the meeting. For confirmed on-sale dates, enclosures and prices, see the official Aintree ticket information.
How to watch
The Grand National is shown live and free-to-air on ITV, and streamed on ITVX. See our how to watch guide for TV channels, streaming and race times.
Frequently asked questions
When is the Grand National 2027?
The 2027 Grand National is on Saturday 10 April 2027, at Aintree Racecourse near Liverpool. The full Randox Grand National Festival runs from Thursday 8 to Saturday 10 April 2027.
What time is the Grand National 2027?
The Grand National steeplechase is scheduled off at 4:00pm on Saturday 10 April 2027. The first race on Grand National Day is at 12:45pm.
When does the Grand National Festival start?
Opening Day is Thursday 8 April 2027, followed by Ladies Day on Friday 9 April and Grand National Day on Saturday 10 April.
When do Grand National 2027 tickets go on sale?
Tickets are sold through Aintree Racecourse / The Jockey Club and are usually released well in advance. Check the official Aintree ticket information for on-sale dates and prices.