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EASTER FESTIVAL

From only €159 pp

Easter Festival

  March 30th - 1st April 2024

The 2024 Fairyhouse Easter Festival starts on Saturday 30th March and concludes on Monday 1st April at Fairyhouse Racecourse close to the town of Ratoath in County Meath. One of the two Easter Racing Festivals held in Ireland each year. Our exclusive and official Fairyhouse Easter Festival Racing Breaks are designed to let you immerse yourself in the flavour and atmosphere of great quality races and craic with everything you need included.

Easter Festival

The Races

A fabulous three days of jump racing is in store where seasoned campaigners compete shoulder to shoulder with rookies and new names and this is where you'll see upcoming and existing equine stars, trainers, jockeys and owners who have high hopes for a win at this prestigious meeting. Saturday features some quality jump races and is an ideal day for groups to attend. Sunday features the Gold Cup and a number of other high profile races to enjoy. Bank Holiday Monday April 1st sees the return of the Boyle Sports Irish Grand National, Ireland's most valuable jump race, accompanied by a number of other top quality contests with Fashion and Entertainment are on show all afternoon. Altogether a fabulous racing weekend.

Easter Festival

The Experience

Few sporting experiences compare with the raw energy of horse racing in Ireland. It is inherent in Irish culture and heritage. It is fast, it is tough, it is fiercely competitive but it is exhilarating, thrilling and passionate in equal measure. The energy from the track feeds the enclosures where the atmosphere is unbeatable. The soundtrack of cheering, chat, live music and bustling bars injects that festive spirit.

Racing usually starts at 1:30pm or 2pm each day. Guests have plenty of time after a hearty breakfast to enjoy a visit in Dublin City, Play Golf, take a trip to the many visitor atractions or just to chill out before the day's excitement begins.

Patrick Says...

Race and Stay Ambassador Patrick Mullins says: "The Easter Festival is an institution in Ireland, where all owners, jockeys and trainers want to win at. We try to run all of our leading lights, young prospects and good novices here but every race at Fairyhouse is fiercely competitive. A testing, right handed, galloping course with a slightly uphill last 3f where you have to time your challenge well. "

Patrick Mullins - Race and Stay Punchestown Festival Ambassador

Race & Stay Packages

Official Fairyhouse Packages

Race and Stay are proud to be The Official Guest Travel Partner for Fairyhouse Racecourse. Our exclusive Easter 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.

WESTGROVE HOTEL

30 mins from Fairyhouse

A friendly Hotel within easy walking distance of Bars and Shops. Quality Bedrooms, Food and Service with excellent leisure facilities. Ideal for Singles, Couples and Groups.


  • 144 Bedrooms
  • Two Restaurant Options
  • Room Service Available
  • Award Winning Spa
  • Swimming Pool
  • Fully Equippped Gym
  • Free Car Parking
  • Free Wi-Fi

From Only € 159 pp

Based on a minimum of 2 Guests sharing

DUNBOYNE CASTLE HOTEL

15 mins from Fairyhouse

Dunboyne Castle Hotel is located in Dunboyne Town, within easy walking distance of Bars and Shops. 30 mins from Dublin Airport. Ideal for Groups, Couples and Singles


  • 160 Bedrooms
  • Two Restaurant Options
  • Room Service Available
  • Award Winning Spa
  • Swimming Pool
  • Fully Equippped Gym
  • Free Car Parking
  • Free Wi-Fi

From Only € 179 pp

Based on a minimum of 2 Guests sharing

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 Easter Festival is to book a Hospitality package in one of our Private Suites or in the fabulous BobbyJo Restaurant both have excellent views over the track. Guests are seated on their own tables 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 Ireland's best racing festivals.

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