IRISH GUINEAS FESTIVAL
Sat 23rd & Sun 24th May 2026
There is nothing like the Irish Guineas Festival A celebration of Irish flat Racing held at The Curragh Racecourse, close to Newbridge, Nass and Kildare Town's in County Kildrare. A fabulous 2 day festival of top class racing, Fashion, Food and Fun, with exciting races to enjoy, including the first two classics of the season, The Tattersalls sponsored Irish 1000 and 2000 Guineas with great prize money on offer over the weekend.
Race and Stay are the only Official Guest Partner for The Irish Guineas Festival. Our exclusive and complete Race and Stay Packages start from as low as €145 per guest and include Hotel Accommodation, Breakfast, Admission Tickets and Transport. You can also add a wide range of extras like Racecourse Hospitality, Stud Tours, Golf, and much more when, or after, you book.
Booking is safe and secure with us, online, 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 by selecting an option below. If you do not see exactly what you want please do contact us, we'll be delighted to help.
JOIN US IN 2026
IRISH GUINEAS FESTIVAL
THERE IS NOTHING LIKE IT
Irish Guineas Festival
The Races
The Irish Guineas Festival takes place on Saturday & Sunday. Two great racing days to attend include Saturday, for the first classic of the season the Tattersalls Irish 2000 Guineas. Sunday for the Tattersalls Irish 1000 Guineas. The Irish Guineas Festival is all about the races but Fashion, Food and Entertainment are also to the fore and with plenty of Bars and guest facilities on course you'll enjoy a very comfortable guest experience.
Irish Guineas Festival
The Experience
The Irish Guineas Festival is renowned for an electric atmosphere, thrilling, top class, flat racing and a fabulous vibe post racing in Newbridge, Kildare and Naas Towns, the social hubs of the festival weekend. Racing starts at approximately 1:30pm on Saturday & Sunday. Guests have plenty of time after a hearty breakfast to enjoy a visit to The Irish National Stud, a variety of Traners yards or just to chill out before the day's excitement begins. We always run special events throughout the weekend to make your stay with us as memorable as it can be.
TOUR PACKAGE
Ready Made 4 Night Package
4 NIGHT TOUR
IRISH GUINEAS 2026
4 NIGHTS2 DAYS RACING2 STUD TOURS
22nd - 26th May 2026
Join us for a Race and Stay exclusive trip this year arriving on Friday 22nd May and staying in the fabulous 4* Lawlors Hotel. Our tour includes a visit to the Irish National Stud and Lunch at the Curragh and a stable visit with legendary trainer Dermot Weld and a Tour of the Kildangan Stud, the mighty Godolphin Breeding operation in Ireland. Add to this our exclusive Irish Guineas Festival Preview show and 2 days of Classic racing for the Irish Guineas Festival at The Curragh on Saturday & Sunday and you have a fabulous, exciting tour package.
IRISH GUINEAS PACKAGES
Your Choice of Hotel with All You Need Included
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LAWLORS HOTEL
20 mins from The Curragh
OUR MOST POPULAR 4*NAAS TOWN HOTEL
A fabulous Hotel ideally located in Naas Town, the social hub of the local area, with lots of bars and restaurants on your doorstep. Quality rooms, Great food and evening entertainment.
OSPREY HOTEL
20 mins from The Curragh
VERY POPULAR 4*NAAS TOWN HOTEL
Ideally located right in the heart of the social hub of Naas Town, with great leisure facilities, and within easy walking distance of Naas Town Bars and Entertainment. Ideal for Singles, Couples and Groups.
KEADEEN HOTEL
5 mins from The Curragh
VERY POPULAR 4*CURRAGH HOTEL
Ideally located on the edge of the Curragh and close to Newbridge Town's Bars and Entertainment. A historic racing hotel with great dining, fabulous rooms and leisure facilities Ideal for Singles, Couples and Groups.
MALDRON HOTEL
55 mins from The Curragh
DUBLIN CITY 4*
A popular Hotel, located on Pearse Street in the heart of Dublin City. within easy walking distance of many of the Dublin attractions and hundreds of bars and restaurants. Ideal for Singles, Couples and Groups.
VIP HOSPITALITY
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GALILEO SUITE
EXCLUSIVE PACKAGE
Designed by us for the guests who want the best Hospitality available. Join us in the exclusive Race and Stay Galileo Suite this year where you can enjoy the best Curragh views and dining service.
- 3 Course Lunch
- Complimentary Bar*
- Guest Tipster
- Race Card & Pen
- Premier Location
- In Room Betting
What Our Guests
SAY ABOUT US
" Just wanted to say Thank You on behalf of me and our party. Amazing few days again this year organised by a great company. We will be back next year - and I would imagine our party grows in numbers again. Please also pass on our thanks to your team. Yet again they were all great and a credit to you." Chris Vause
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