STUDS STABLE & RACING
5 NIGHT DERBY TOUR
From 1620 per person
What a Tour, we have lined up for 2027. Join us for a very special 5 Night Irish Derby Festival trip next year, arriving on Wednesday 23rd June, staying at the excellent 4* Lawlors Hotel in Naas. Our Tour includes a stable visit with top Irish trainer Joseph O'Brien. Lunch at Saddlers and tours of Fethard Horse Museum, and the excellent Coolmore Stud , with access to the exclusive Legacy Room. And Godolphin's amazing base in Ireland, Kildangan Stud. With 3 fabulous days of top quality racing at The Curragh for the premier races of the season including the Dubai Duty Free Irish Derby. Couple all this with Our racing Preview Show, a Welcome Dinner and all transport included.
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WHATS INCLUDED
Our Race and Stay Tour Packages include all you need for a great stay for the Irish Derby Festival
The Irish Derby Festival starts on Friday 25th June and ends on Sunday 27th June 2027.
WHEN YOU BOOK
Over 80,000 happy guests have booked with Race and Stay and when you book with us you can chose to pay a €100 deposit or Pay In Full. Either way your payment to us is fully refundable anytime up until 10/05/26. When you book you will be automatically emailed a BOOKING CONFIRMATION which contains all the details of your requested booking.
AFTER YOU BOOK
Our booking terms are very fair and easy to understand, for both you and us. After you have booked you can email us to change anything, add extras or cancel your booking in full and receive a full refund anytime up until 31 days before you arrive. From 31 days through event no refunds are possible but you may be able to change some minor details.
WHAT OUR GUESTS SAY
" Once again I would like to thank you and your team for another wonderful festival experience, with a special thank you to Amanda, the way we are treated from arrival to departure is second to none & speaks volumes for your professionalism & dedication to your guests. " Brynn
" Hi Martyn What an absolutely fantastic time we had. You and your team were amazing. The trips were fab; we met some great people and made friends we will keep in contact with. So many laughs, and so many memories made that will stay with us. Again thank you for everything." Tracey
PLEASE NOTE
The tour itinerary detailed is "as is". As you will appreciate we are providing this information well in advance of the event, so there may be minor changes to Hotel information, availability of certain events, and changes to event times and days. Your full guest information for this tour will be emailed to you 14 days before your arrival.
Day 1
WEDNESDAY
Arrivals Day
Our driver will collect you from Dublin Airport.Tonight we have a
welcome dinner for our guests.
Day 2
THURSDAY
After breakfast we depart to Joseph O'Briens training yard in Kilkenny for our tour. Then its on to the excellent Fethard Horse Museum for a welcome coffee and tour. We then depart to the world famous Coolmore Stud where we are treated to look behind the scenes of this incredible breeding operation. After the tour we will depart to Saddlers Restaurant for a late lunch. Then we return you to the Hotel.
Day 2
FRIDAY
After breakfast we depart to Godolphin's breeding operation in Ireland, Kildangan Stud for our tour. After the tour we return you to the Hotel to get ready for the Friday evening Meeting that opens the Irish Derby Festival.
Day 3
SATURDAY
After breakfast at 10am join us for the Derby Preview Show at Lawlors Hotel before getting ready for Ladies Day at the Curragh featuring Fashion and several Group races with great food and entertainment throughout the afternoon. After racing concludes we will return you to the Hotel.
Day 5
SUNDAY
After breakfast your morning is free before getting ready for Dubai Duty Free Irish Derby Day at the Curragh featuring several the premier race of the season and exciting races with great food and entertainment throughout the afternoon. After racing concludes we will return you to the Hotel in good time to enjoy our Apres Derby BBQ and Party with our live band entertaining you long into the night.
Day 6
MONDAY
After breakfast at leisure we will transport you back to Dublin Airport for your return flight home. Hopefully richer in every way for the experience.
CHECKING IN
Please go to Hotel reception and check in. If you arrive before check in time (3:30pm) you may not have access to your room. In this case the Hotel will store your luggage for you until your room is ready. The Hotel will be 100% full during this event so please be prepared for a longer check in time than normal.
OUR GUEST DESK
Our Race and Stay guest desk is located a short distance from Hotel reception. Our staff are based there from early each morning and this is where you will collect your race tickets from each day. We are there to help you have the best time possible. Please check our screens for the latest information.
YOUR ROOM AND COMFORT
Lawlors Guest rooms are all en-suite are very comfortable and feature signature Beds and Pillows. You'll have plenty of hanging space for your clothes, with in room safe, tea and coffee station, hairdryer, flat screen TV and channels, iron and board, fluffy towels and all you need for your stay.
EATING AND DRINKING
There are 3 main food options at Lawlors. The Bistro restaurant for breakfast, lunch and dinner. The Atrium for casual dining and Vi's Restaurant for a more intimate dining experience. The Random Inn serves Beers and Spirits with entertainment at weekends. Bookings essential for all meals: Call + 353 45 906444
THE RANDOM INN BAR
The Random Inn is a great spot for a drink and to enjoy the Racing TV replays of the days action on the big screen. Very busy at weekends and a locals favorite too the Bar is open from 5pm until late. Great Cocktails, a wide selection of beers, wines and spirits and there is always entertainment on at weekends too.
NAAS TOWN
Naas Town is the social hub of the local area with many great local bars, restaurants and entertainment each night, all within walking distance of Lawlors Hotel. A few suggestions are Haydens Bar, McCormacks, and Kavanaghs. All have entertainment at weekends. Tommy Fletchers for an old style Irish Pub experience
FRIDAY @ THE RACES
After breakfast we depart to Godolphin's breeding operation in Ireland, Kildangan Stud for our tour. After the tour we return you to the Hotel to get ready for the Friday evening Meeting that opens the Irish Derby Festival. Several tricky handicaps and quality races to solve on an 8 race card
SATURDAY @ THE RACES
After breakfast at 10am join us for the Derby Preview Show at Lawlors Hotel before getting ready for Ladies Day at the Curragh featuring Fashion and several Group races with great food and entertainment throughout the afternoon. After racing concludes we will return you to the Hotel.
SUNDAY @ THE RACES
Today is the pinacle race day of the Irish season. Dubai Duty Free Irish Derby Day. A day to enjoy the electric atmosphere, Fashion, top class racing and entertainment. Join us at Lawlors Hotel at 8pm for our Apres Derby Party featuring our BBQ supper and Live Band until late.
RACE TRANSPORT
On Friday we will depart the Hotel at 15:00 on Saturday our coach departs for the Curragh at 11:45 On Sunday we depart at 11:15. Where the coach drops you off is where you'll catch the coach back to the hotel 45 minutes after racing concludes. Your guest manager will assist on all journeys.
TICKETS & HOSPITALITY
Please collect your race tickets from our Guest Desk no later than 11:30 each morning. When you arrive at the racecourse entrance you will have your ticket scanned and you are free to enjoy your day. Hospitality Guests will be escorted by our staff to the area they are booked into.
WHAT TO WEAR
There is no formal dress code on Irish Racecourses but no sportswear or anything offensive. For the Ladies, if you want to “glam up for the day” please do so, but do also dress for the weather. For the Gents, smart casual always works in all areas but the main rule is to be comfortable and warm in what you are wearng.
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Please note: All information is given "as is" at the time of publication. Your full guest information will be emailed to you during the first week of June which will contain all you'll need to know about your stay with us. If you have any questions about the Irish Derby Festival please do email us HERE
WHAT OUR GUESTS SAY
" Once again I would like to thank you and your team for another wonderful festival experience, with a special thank you to Amanda, the way we are treated from arrival to departure is second to none & speaks volumes for your professionalism & dedication to your guests. " Brynn
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