Yorkshire Post photographer, Jonathan Gawthorpe, was at the Knavesmire Road venue to take the best photographs throughout the day.
1. Dante Festival
Racegoers at the first day of the Dante Festival at York Racecourse. Photo: Jonathan Gawthorpe
2. Dante Festival
The Dante Festival opens the racing season in York. Photo: Jonathan Gawthorpe
3. Dante Festival
A woman looks glamorous in a striking yellow dress. Photo: Jonathan Gawthorpe
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