Photo: Rudolph A. Furtado, Wikimedia Commons, public domain. Walkers and joggers at the racecourse in the early morning. The photo may not show current access arrangements.
Quick answer: Mahalaxmi Racecourse is run by the Royal Western India Turf Club (RWITC). The club describes a public garden and a walking and jogging track kept for free public use, but exact hours and the entrance can change, so confirm them with the club before you travel. Free walking access does not include racing or ticketed events, which have their own entry. From Navi Mumbai the usual route is a Harbour line train to CSMT and then the Aqua Line metro to Mahalaxmi.
Access rules at the racecourse are set by the club and change. This site is independent and is not affiliated with the club.
Public access and entry fees
| If you are going for | What to know |
|---|---|
| Walking or jogging | RWITC describes a public garden and a walking and jogging track available for free public use (RWITC). Confirm the current hours, the entrance and any temporary restrictions with the club. Free walking access does not include admission to ticketed events or restricted club areas. |
| A race meeting | Admission charges, permitted enclosures and entry arrangements are set for each meeting. Check the racing fixtures on the RWITC website before you choose a date. Free walking access does not give race day admission. |
| A ticketed event, such as ART MUMBAI | Entry is by the organiser’s ticket and gate arrangements. See the event update below. |
| Horse riding or other club activities | These are club activities, not walk in visits. Contact the club. |
Walking and jogging timings
Hours are set by the club and can change. Wikipedia describes residents using the inner lane of the main track for walking, jogging and exercise during set morning and evening hours (Wikipedia), but a fixed timetable is not published here, so confirm the current timings with RWITC before you go.
Visiting on a race day
RWITC’s racing season runs from November to April, according to Wikipedia. Check the current fixtures before choosing your date. Admission charges, permitted enclosures and entry arrangements should be checked for the specific meeting, and free walking access does not provide race day admission.
Which entrance should I use?
The entrance depends on why you are visiting. Walkers, race day visitors and event visitors can be directed to different gates, and the arrangement can change for a particular meeting or event. Ask the club for the walking entrance and follow the organiser’s gate instructions for an event.
How to reach Mahalaxmi Racecourse from Navi Mumbai
The club’s address is Race Course, K.K. Marg, Mahalakshmi, Mumbai 400034 (RWITC).
- From Vashi: take a Harbour line train to CSMT, walk to the Aqua Line station at CSMT, and board the metro towards Aarey JVLR. The stations after CSMT are Kalbadevi, Girgaon, Grant Road, Mumbai Central and then Mahalaxmi (Wikipedia, Aqua Line). Our Vashi station guide has train timings and platforms.
- From Panvel: the same route works. Take a Harbour line train towards CSMT, change to the Aqua Line at CSMT, and get off at Mahalaxmi. See our Mumbai local train guide for the lines.
- By cab: for an event, the organiser advises entering the event name and “Mahalaxmi Racecourse” as the destination in a ride app. For other visits, ask the club which gate to use.
- Walking time: the 15 minute walk from Mahalaxmi railway station and 18 minute walk from Mahalaxmi Metro station that you may see quoted are the organiser’s figures for the ART MUMBAI entrance, not for every gate.
Check train and metro timings for your travel day, and compare the journey time with a direct cab before you choose a route.
Current event update: ART MUMBAI, 12 to 15 November 2026
The organiser’s visitor information (ART MUMBAI FAQ) gives the following:
- Dates: 12 to 15 November 2026 at Mahalaxmi Racecourse. Entry on 12 November is by invitation only, and 13 November is reserved for VIP ticket holders. General Day and Season ticket holders can visit on 14 and 15 November, subject to their ticket’s validity.
- Hours: entry opens at 11 am each day. Closing and last entry times: 13 November, 9 pm closing with last entry at 8:15 pm; 14 November, 9:30 pm closing with last entry at 8:15 pm; 15 November, 7 pm closing with last entry at 6:15 pm.
- Gates: enter the racecourse by Gate 1. Regular ticket holders then use Gate A, the main entrance, which is straight ahead on your left after Gate 1. Gate B is for VIP guests only.
- Tickets: sold through the ticketing link on the ART MUMBAI website. Carry a valid ID. The organiser says purchases are final and non-refundable.
- Parking: do not rely on parking at ART MUMBAI. The organiser recommends public transport and says parking is limited and not guaranteed. Check the latest organiser instructions before driving.
This block will be replaced after the fair ends on 15 November.
Nearby places
If you are planning a longer outing, see our Haji Ali Dargah guide and Mahalaxmi Temple guide.
A short history
Mahalaxmi Racecourse was built in 1883, and the track is run by the Royal Western India Turf Club on a lease from the Municipal Corporation of Greater Mumbai (Wikipedia). The Indian Derby is held here on the first Sunday of February. The same page says the grounds also host walkers in the mornings, a garden used for yoga, and outdoor events.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Mahalaxmi Racecourse open to the public?
RWITC describes a public garden and a walking and jogging track for public use. Racing, ticketed events and restricted club areas have their own entry. Confirm the current hours and entrance with the club.
Is entry to Mahalaxmi Racecourse free?
RWITC describes the public garden and walking and jogging track as free for public use. Race day admission and ticketed events are charged separately.
What are the walking and jogging timings?
Wikipedia describes morning and evening sessions, but a current timetable is not published here. Confirm the hours with RWITC before you go.
Which railway and metro stations serve Mahalaxmi Racecourse?
Mahalaxmi railway station on the Western line and Mahalaxmi station on the Aqua Line metro. The onward walk depends on which gate you need.
Can I visit on a race day?
Yes, if you hold admission for that meeting. RWITC’s racing season runs from November to April. Check the fixtures and the admission arrangements for the specific meeting.
Which entrance should I use?
It depends on the visit. Walking, racing and events can use different entrances. For ART MUMBAI, the organiser says to enter by Gate 1 and then Gate A with a regular ticket.
Sources
| Point | Source |
|---|---|
| Address, public garden and walking track, racing fixtures | Royal Western India Turf Club |
| History, lease, Derby, walking sessions, racing season | Wikipedia, Mahalaxmi Racecourse |
| Aqua Line station order | Wikipedia, Aqua Line (Mumbai Metro) |
| ART MUMBAI dates, hours, gates, tickets, parking | ART MUMBAI FAQ |
| Photo | Rudolph A. Furtado, Wikimedia Commons, public domain |
Checked 12 November 2026. This page will be updated when the club publishes current walking hours or a new event is announced.
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