Autumn Festival
9th & 10th September 2024
Race days at Galway are always enjoyable and whatever day you decide to enjoy racing throughout the season at Ballybrit you are guaranteed a top class day out. The 2 day Galway Autmn Racing Festival is not as busy as the 7 day Summer Festival but nonetheless is a fabulous racing break on the beautiful West Coast of Ireland.
Autumn Festival
The Races
Staring on Monday 9th September with racing on both days concluding on Tuesday 10th. All races over the two days are twilight meetings (usually starting about 4pm) featuring ultra competitive racing with a host of entertainment to enjoy. Monday features National Hunt (Jump) racing and Tuesday offers a good 8 race flat programme. Whichever day, or days, you chose to go you'll be gauranteed a top class day out and at great value too.
Autumn Festival
Race and Stay
Our exclusive Race and Stay Packages start from only €159 pp and include all you need for a fabulous Galway Racing break in one easy transaction. Hotels, Tickets, Transport and much more are all included in our ready made packages. Start by selecting your choice of hotel from the list below to view all of the fabulous options we can offer you for all Galway Race Meetings.
Race & Stay Packages
Official Galway Festival Packages
Race and Stay are proud to be The Official Guest Travel Partner for Galway Racecourse. Our exclusive Galway Festival Racing Breaks are designed to be easy to book and are always great value for money with Hotel, Transport and Tickets all included. From the options below you can view all packages and prices and book secureley online with confidence for any number of guests, with just one fully refundable €100 deposit backed up by our 100% refund guarantee.
CONNACHT HOTEL
15 mins from Galway Racecourse
Our most popular Hotel within easy walking distance of Bars and Shops. Quality Bedrooms, Food and Service with excellent leisure facilities. Ideal for Singles, Couples and Groups.
Exclusive Extras
Just some of the exciting extras you can add to your Race and Stay Package
Racecourse Dining
Hospitality Packages
The best way to enjoy the Galway Festival is to book a Hospitality package in one of the fabulous Grandstands with excellent views over the track. Guests are seated on tables of 10 and your day will be spent in comfort and style. Gourmet Food, Stunning Fashion and top quality entertainment to accompany your VIP Hospitality Package gives you the ultimate race fan experience at one of the best racing festivals in the world.