Corgi Derby at Musselburgh Racecourse: Easter Fun & Racing

0:00It's March 26th. Welcome to Edinburgh News Today, powered by AI, I'm Corey with the story. Musclebird Racecourse in Scotland hosts its 5th Corgi Derby this Easter Saturday, April 4th. The quirky race covers just 70 meters, but with 15 tough corgis competing, it's a real battle for glory. Over 50 dogs entered, so organizers held a ballot to pick the finalists. The event kicked off in 2022 as a fun nod to Queen Elizabeth II's Platinum Jubilee and her love for the breed. It started small but exploded in popularity, drawing entries from all over the United Kingdom and building a loyal fan base. Fans loved seeing past winners like Georgie Rumbles from 2022 and Rodney from last year make a comeback. Defending Champion Juno, a local favorite, trained by chasing seagulls on the beach. Toffee and Pippin have run in every race so far. The action starts at 12.15 pm in the parade ring. Beyond the corgis, it's a top tier racing day with over $300,000 in prizes, including

1:03the Scottish Sprint Cup and a new $80,000 listed race. Families flock here for kid-friendly fun like free rides, face painting, the Easter Bunny with chocolate eggs and free entry for kid-17 and. Under, with an adult, expect live music, street food, and a party after the races. Grab tickets early for a $4 discount if you buy before midnight on April 3rd. This mix of charm and competition makes it a standout Easter highlight.