Velká pardubická, the most famous steeplechase in Czech horse racing and a fixture of the country's social calendar, returns on Sunday, October 11, 2026. The race keeps its traditional slot on the second Sunday of October and will again run under the sponsorship of Slavia pojišťovna. The event guide brings together the full programme, results from the qualification races, ticket information and transport tips. A short history of the race and other curiosities round it out.