Punchestown Festival
29th April - 3rd May 2025
The Punchestown Festival includes five fabulous days of jump racing with over €3.3M in prize money up for grabs. 12 Grade 1's and a plethora of top class Hurdle, Chase, Banks and National Hunt Flat races for you to enjoy at the Home of Irish Jump Racing.
The three best racing days to attend for race fans are the Tuesday, for the iconic Punchestown Champion Chase. Wednesday for the Punchestown Gold Cup, the highlight of the week, and Thursday For the Stayers Hurdle. If you are going for more of a party type experience then Friday and Saturday are for you. Punchestown is all about the races but plenty of space, Top quality Hospitality, Fabulous Fashion, and a real festival vibe make this one of Ireland's best racing experiences.
EXCLUSIVE PACKAGES
With Everything You Need Included
KILKEA CASTLE HOTEL
25 mins from Punchestown
LOWEST PRICE
An excellent opportunity to stay in the grounds of a real Irish Castle in one of the fabulous lodges surrounded by the Golf Course. Ideal for Singles, Couples and Groups.
WESTGROVE HOTEL
25 mins from Punchestown
Nearly sold out
A fabulous Hotel, close to Naas and 30 mins from Dublin City. Quality bedrooms and Leisure Facilities with great service and dining options. Ideal for Singles, Couples and Groups.
BARBERSTOWN CASTLE
25 mins from Punchestown
Nearly sold out
A fabulous Hotel, close to Naas and 30 mins from Dublin City. Quality bedrooms with great service and dining options. Ideal for Singles, Couples and Groups.
LAWLORS HOTEL
10 mins from Punchestown
Nearly sold out
A fabulous Hotel ideally located in Naas Town, with lots of bars and restaurants on your doorstep. Quality rooms, Great food and good service. Ideal for Singles, Couples and Groups.
OSPREY HOTEL
10 mins from Punchestown
Nearly sold out
Ideally located right in the heart of the social hub of Naas Town within easy walking distance of Bars and Entertainment. Ideal for Singles, Couples and Groups.
K CLUB HOTEL
25 mins from Punchestown
5* luxury resort
One of Ireland's best Hotels. Set in a fabulous country estate and surrounded by two championship golf courses. Ideal for Singles, Couples and Groups.
EXCLUSIVE EXTRAS
To ADD to your Race and Stay PackagePanoramic Restaurant
From only €200 extra Per Person Per Day
The Panoramic Restaurant is located on the level 1 of the main grandstand offering excellent views of the racecourse from the panoramic windows. Packages here include a 4 course a la carte meal and reserved table for the day with race card. Package Pricing varies depending on which day you book for. Please book early, this venue always sells out
K Club Golf
For only €180 extra Per Person
Join us on Monday of Punchestown Week for our annual Charity Golf Classic at the fabulous K Club - Ryder Cup Course. Walk in the footsteps of some of golfing greats on one of Ireland's best golf courses and help us support the Irish Injured Jockeys Fund. Enter individually or a team of 3.
Irish National Stud
From only €70 extra Per Person
Join us on Thursday for our VIP Irish National Stud Tour . Enjoy a visit to one of Ireland's most succesful breeding operations, learn all about the iconic stud's history, racehorse breeding and much more on your tour. Then meet and greet the Irish Racing legends and enjoy the fabulous new Irish Racehorse Experience and Japanese Gardens.
The Gold Cup Hooley
From only €90 extra Per Person
Join us after the Punchestown Gold Cup for a fabulous Irish Hooley. Traditional Celtic Dancers and local Musicians will entertain you late into the evening and you can enjoy one of our special Hog Roast Suppers. A fabulous event that always sells out. Please book early.
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Over 62,000 Happy Guests have Booked with us
Let them tell you all about their experience
" A big thank you to The Race and Stay team for a fantastic weekend, Best racing weekend ever.
Everything that was promised was fulfilled to the letter. Looking forward to next year already. "
George, Colin, Hughie and Jim
