FAIRYHOUSE EASTER FESTIVAL

Race and Stay

19TH - 21ST APRIL 2025

EASTER FESTIVAL

Sat 19th - Mon 21st April 2025

The 2025 Fairyhouse Easter Festival starts on Saturday 19th April and concludes on Monday 21st 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. A fabulous three days of jump racing is in store where seasoned campaigners compete shoulder to shoulder with rookies and new names Feature Races are the Gold Cup on Sunday and the Boyle Sports Irish Grand National, Ireland's most valuable jump race, on Holiday Monday.

Race and Stay are the only Official Guest Partner for The Fairyhouse Easter Festival. Our complete Race and Stay Packages start from as low as €169 per guest and include Hotel Accommodation, Breakfast, Admission Tickets and Transport. You can also add a wide range of extras like Racecourse Hospitality Stable and Stud Tours, Golf and much more when or after after you book.

It is easy to book with us securely 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. Start by selecting a Hotel below to view all options.

Easter Festival

The Races

Fairyhouse Easter Festival runs from Saturday 19th - Monday 21st April 2025. The two best racing days to attend for race fans are the Sunday, for the iconic Fairyhouse Gold Cup. And Monday for Ireland's richest jumps race, The Boyle Sports Irish Grand National, the highlight of the weekend. If you are going for more of a party type experience then Saturday is for you. Fairyhouse is all about the races but plenty of space, Top quality Hospitality, Casual food and plenty of Bars and Toilets on course make it a very comfortable guest experience.

Easter Festival

The Experience

The Easter Festival is renowned for an electric atmosphere, thrilling, top class, jump racing and a fabulous vibe post racing in the Marquee on course. Racing starts at 1:30pm on Saturday and at 1:45pm on Sunday and Monday. 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 week to make your Easter Festival stay with us as memorable as it can be.

Great Value

Race & STAY PACKAGES

Your Choice of Stay with All You Need Included

WESTGROVE HOTEL

35 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 € 179 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 € 189 pp

Based on a minimum of 2 Guests sharing

MALDRON HOTEL

25 mins from Fairyhouse

Ideally located right in the heart of Dublin City Centre within easy walking distance of Bars and Entertainment. Ideal for Singles, Couples and Groups.


  • 134 Bedrooms
  • One Restaurant Option
  • Room Service Available
  • Welcoming Bar
  • Attractions Close By
  • Dublin City Hotel
  • Discounted Car Parking
  • Free Wi-Fi

From Only € 199 pp

Based on a minimum of 2 Guests sharing

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EXCITING EXTRAS

To add to your Race and Stay Package

Private Suite

From Only €159 extra Per Person

Our Private Suites are located on the level 2 of the main grandstand offering excellent views of the racecourse from your exclusive balcony. Packages here can include your choice of dining from Casual Buffet to a more formal waiter served 3 course gourmet meal. All packages include seating and hire of the suite for the day with a race card for each guest. Minimum number of guests 10 - Maximum 180

BobbyJo Restaurant

From Only €145 extra Per Person

The BobbyJo Restaurant offers you reserved seating on your own or shared tables with an extended balcony with excellent Views of Track. Enjoy a Four Course Meal with Racecard and waiter served drinks with a Pre-Race Tipster and Live Music in Restaurant after Racing. Minimum number of guests 1 - Maximum 180

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Over 62,000 Happy Guests have Booked with us

Let them tell you all about their experience

" I just wanted to say a massive thank you to you and your team for our Punchestown Festival trip.
Everything was absolutely first class and I couldn’t fault a thing. We can’t wait to book again for next year.
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Lucy & Andrew Beck