Horse racing is a great way to spend a family day out during the winter and in Mijas there is one of the best race courses in Andalucia
Details of the new winter season at the Costa del Sol racecourse (Hipodromo) in Mijas has been release
The season runs from February 22nd, and will last until April 10th.

Race Days Are As Follows
February 22nd, March 1st, 8th, 15th, 22nd, April 10th,
On each day there are five races scheduled each day. The first race starts at 11 am

Admission Cost
5€ Entry Including Free Parking
Children and Senior Citizens Free
The Mijas Racecourse, is a great day out for all the family, and the facilities at the racecourse are excellent
There are two 25m wide sand tracks of 1,700m and 1,600m and an athletics track. There is a 30,000m2 plaza with seating for 2,000 with a direct view of the track.
There are also training and competition tracks, paddocks, gymnasium, swimming pool and a hotel.
A selection of bars and restaurants are available, although when we go we take along a cool box as it can prove quite expensive if there is a large group.

There is even a special pet hotel that takes care of your pets should you chose to take them along
Programmes and brochures are in English and Spanish so you will soon grasp the betting method. Staff at the information desks spoke English and were more than happy to answer any questions.
For those looking for something other than the horse racing the racecourse has arranged a program of events, Details of which can be obtained by calling the racecourse
These include live music performances, a free paintball demonstration and children’s shows and for car lovers there is a luxury car exhibition been held at the cause
One event of the winter which should not be missed  is the market  in aid of Cudeca which is due to be held on the final day of the winter season April 10th
Happy Horse Racing