5 NIGHT PREMIERE WEEKEND TOUR
Arrive 20th - Depart 25th November 2026
Join us, and our Race and Stay Ambassador Daryl Jacob for a Race and Stay very special trip for the Punchestown Premier Weekend in 2026 arriving on Friday 20th November staying at the excellent 4* Lawlors Hotel in the heart of Naas Town.
Our complete package includes a Special Tour of Jessica Harrington's Stable and a VIP Tour of the excellent Irish National Stud These special tours, coupled with a fabulous 2 days racing for the Punchestown Premiere Weekend and a day of top class jump racing at Tramore with all transport and tickets included makes up into a great value, exciting tour package.
Our exclusive Race and Stay Tour Package starts from as low as €1245 per guest and include Hotel Accommodation, Breakfast, Admission Tickets, All Transport and the tours as described on this page. You can also add a wide range of extras like Racecourse Hospitality, Spa Sessions, Golf and much more when, or after, you book. Booking is safe and secure with us, online or over the phone or by email for any number of guests, with just one fully refundable €100 deposit backed up by our 100% refund guarantee. Check out all the options available below. If you do not see exactly what you want please do contact us, we'll be delighted to help.
WHATS INCLUDED
Our Race and Stay Tour Packages include all you need for a great stay for the Irish Champions Festival
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 19/10/26. 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
DAY 1 | Friday 20th November
You'll be met at the airport by one of our Race and Stay Drivers and transported on the short journey to the 4* Lawlors Hotel in good time for our Welcome Dinner.
DAY 2 | Saturday 21st November
After breakfast we invite you to join us for our racing preview show, featuring top jocks and racing personalities who will help mark your card for the weekend. At 10:40 am we will depart for the first day's racing at the Punchestown Winter Festival, featuring several Graded and valuable races. After racing concludes we will transport you back to our Hotel.
DAY 3 | Sunday 22nd November
After breakfast your morning is free until we depart for the second day's racing at the Punchestown Winter Festival, featuring several Grade 1, 2 and valuable races. After racing concludes we will transport you back to our Hotel.
DAY 4 | Monday 23rd November
After breakfast we will depart for the Jessica Harrington stable for a tour and insight into her training methods. It is then on to The Irish National Stud for a light lunch and behind the scenes tour. After our tour concludes we will you return back to the Hotel.
DAY 5 | Tuesday 24th November
After breakfast your morning is free until we depart for our last day's racing at Tramore, featuring several valuable races. After racing concludes we will transport you back to our Hotel.
DAY 6 | Wednesday 25th November
After breakfast at leisure we will transport you back to Dublin Airport for your return flight home.
You are welcome to add Golf, Additional nights and Hospitality for one or more days. Just let us know what you'd like to add and we will get back to you.
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
RACING PREVIEW SHOW
Please do join us for our Racing Preview show on Saturday morning in the Hotel Ballroom starting at 09:30am. Enjoy a light hearted infomative racing preview with our special guests hosted by the Racing Post's David Jennings and featuring Jockeys, Trainers and racing personalities. After the show our coaches will depart to Punchestown.
SATURDAY AT THE RACES
Punchestown is the home of jump racing in Ireland and this two day meeting represents the start of the 2026/2027 jump season. This is the first weekend of the season that establised stars and future prospects come out to race. The feature race today is the Morgiana Hurdle, a prestigious Grade 1 race with an illustrious roll of honour.
SUNDAY AT THE RACES
Sunday at Punchestown features the highly sought after John Durkan Memorial Chase, a Grade 1 contest and established Punchestown and Cheltenham Gold Cup trial that has been won by several top class horses in the past. Supported by several valuable contests this is a fabulous race day to attend with lots of clues for festival racing ahead.
TUESDAY AT THE RACES
If you have never been to Tramore Races then you are in for a real treat. Located very close to the beach and Tramore strand on the south east coast, Tramore punches well above its weight in terms of the quality of racing, the facilities and friendliness of the staff. You'll enjoy this fabulous days racing here.
TICKETS & HOSPITALITY
Please collect your race tickets from our Guest Desk each morning. Our Guest managers will make sure you are on the coach. 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 at Punchestown 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 wearing.
TRACKSIDE HOSPITALITY
€ 100
Perfectly located on the first floor of the grandstand with the racecourse views. Guests can be seated on individual tables or shared tables of 10 guests.
PACKAGE INCLUDES
RACE AND STAY SUITE
€ 120
Perfectly located on the first floor of the grandstand with the racecourse views and guest balcony. Guests can be seated on shared tables of 10 guests.
PACKAGE INCLUDES
PRIVATE SUITE
from € 140
Your own private suite the grandstand with the racecourse views and guest balcony. Guests can be seated to suit you, minimum number 15 guests.
PACKAGE INCLUDES
Please note that all information is given "as is" at the time of publication. Your full guest information will be emailed to you during the second week of November which will contain all you'll need to know about your stay with us. If you have any questions about the Punchestown Premiere Weekend please do email us HERE