146th Bad Harzburg Gallop Week
146th Bad Harzburg Gallop Week from July 16 to 25, 2026 — ten race days at the racecourse with the famous steeplechase races, premium handicaps, and a packed supporting program
About Gallop Week Bad Harzburg
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Gallop Week with a 146-Year Tradition
The Bad Harzburg Gallop Week looks back on an extraordinary tradition dating back to the late 19th century. With its 146th edition in 2026, it continues its long history as one of Germany's most distinguished horse racing festivals. The Harzburger Rennverein (Harzburg Racing Club) as the organizer is dedicated to the preservation and further development of gallop racing on the northern edge of the Harz mountains.
The Famous Steeplechase Races
The absolute hallmark of the Bad Harzburg Gallop Week are the steeplechase races on Sunday. In these jump races, the horses gallop through a water obstacle — the lake — in front of the grandstands. Water splashes, the horses tackle the obstacles, the jockeys maintain balance — a visual spectacle that is unique worldwide in this form and makes the Bad Harzburg racecourse a pilgrimage site for gallop racing fans. The steeplechase races attract thousands of spectators to the racecourse every year.
Ten Race Days with a Packed Supporting Program
The 2026 festival spans ten days and offers a packed program that goes far beyond the actual racing events:
- Thu, July 16 — Members' evening to kick off
- Sat, July 18 — Premium handicap and party in the coffee tent from 8 PM
- Sun, July 19 — Family day with free admission, open-air church service at 11 AM
- Wed, July 22 — Backstage tour at 3 PM
- Thu, July 23 — Gala evening from 7:30 PM
- Fri, July 24 — Football match from 5 PM, disco party from 10 PM
- Sat, July 25 — Final premium handicap and party in the coffee tent from 8 PM
Family Day on July 19 with Free Admission
The family day on Sunday, July 19, with free admission is aimed at families from the region. With an open-air church service at 11 AM, children's activities, and a full day of racing, it offers an attractive excursion into the world of equestrian sports. This opening of the Gallop Week to everyone is an important element of the event's philosophy.
Bad Harzburg Racecourse — Atmospheric Setting
The Bad Harzburg racecourse is one of the most beautiful racecourses in Germany. Nestled in a green landscape surrounded by mountains on the northern edge of the Harz, it offers an exceptional atmosphere. The grandstands, the coffee tent, and the race track itself — everything is part of a gallop racing production that goes far beyond mere competition and celebrates the social dimension of equestrian sports.
Gallop Week Bad Harzburg — edition 2026
Ten Race Days with a Rich Supporting Program
The 146th edition continues an extraordinary tradition. The sophisticated program combines sporting highlights with social and family-oriented events.
Steeplechase Races — Unique Worldwide
The steeplechase races on Sunday, July 19 (Family Day), are the absolute hallmark of the Bad Harzburg Gallop Week. These jump races with a water obstacle in front of the grandstands attract thousands of spectators annually.
Programme Gallop Week Bad Harzburg 2026
Program Overview July 16–25, 2026
Thursday, July 16, 2026 (Opening)
- Evening: Members' evening of the Harzburger Rennverein
- Opening of the Gallop Week
Friday, July 17, 2026
- First race day with flat and jump races
Saturday, July 18, 2026
- Premium Handicap (Race Day Highlight)
- 8 PM: Party in the coffee tent
Sunday, July 19, 2026 (Family Day with Free Admission)
- 11 AM: Open-air church service at the racecourse
- Steeplechase races — horses gallop through the water obstacle
- Family program and children's activities
- Free admission
Wednesday, July 22, 2026
- 3 PM: Backstage tour of stables and racing technology
Thursday, July 23, 2026
- 7:30 PM: Gala evening
Friday, July 24, 2026
- 5 PM: Football match (Racing Club vs. local opponent or exhibition match)
- 10 PM: Disco party
Saturday, July 25, 2026 (Closing)
- Premium Handicap (Final Race Day)
- 8 PM: Closing party in the coffee tent
General Information
- Flat and jump races spread over the ten festival days
- Betting available at the betting counter and online
- Catering with brasserie, snacks, coffee tent
- VIP areas and grandstand boxes for social guests
Highlights Gallop Week Bad Harzburg 2026
- 146th Gallop Week — one of Germany's most traditional horse racing festivals
- Famous steeplechase races on Family Day, July 19 (free admission)
- Premium Handicaps on July 18 and 25
- Packed supporting program with gala evening, backstage tour, and disco party
Prices Gallop Week Bad Harzburg 2026
Practical information — Gallop Week Bad Harzburg
Dates 2026
Thursday, July 16 to Saturday, July 25, 2026 (10 race days, 146th edition).
Venue
Galopprennbahn Bad Harzburg, 38667 Bad Harzburg (Goslar district).
Organizer
Harzburger Rennverein.
Program Highlights
- Thu, July 16: Members' evening
- Sat, July 18: Premium handicap, coffee tent party 8 PM
- Sun, July 19: Family day (free admission), open-air church service 11 AM, steeplechase races
- Wed, July 22: Backstage tour 3 PM
- Thu, July 23: Gala evening 7:30 PM
- Fri, July 24: Football match 5 PM, disco party 10 PM
- Sat, July 25: Premium handicap, coffee tent party 8 PM
Admission
Charged on race days (details from the organizer). Family day on July 19 with free admission.
Getting There
By car via the B4 or the A395 (exit Bad Harzburg). By train to Bad Harzburg station. Parking available at the racecourse.
Recommendations
Festive attire on race days (hats are welcome). Weatherproof clothing for changeable weather.
Further Information
Current program details, race dates, and supporting program at harzburger-rennverein.de.
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