CHRISTMAS FESTIVAL
26th - 29th December 2025
The Leopardstown Christmas Festival runs over four fabulous days from Friday 26th – Monday 29th December 2025 and is filled with glamour, festivities, music, entertainment and of course top class National Hunt Racing. The Christmas Festival also features extra attractions each day including live music in the Festival Marquee, Winning Line celebrity tipster panel and the Savills Style Awards on the 29th December. Located only 20 minutes from Dublin City Centre you'll be able to enjoy post race bars and nightlife, attractions, restuarants and much more during your stay.
Race and Stay are the only Official Guest Partner for Leopardstown. We have the best and widest choice of Christmas Festival Packages starting from as low as only €130 per guest. All packages include Hotel Accommodation, Breakfast, Admission Tickets and Transport. You can also add extras like Racecourse Hospitality 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.
The Racing is AmaZING
There are feature races on all four days of the festival. On Friday 26th December The Grade 2 Knight Frank Novice Hurdle and the Grade 1 Racing Post Novice Chase. On Saturday 27th December The Grade 1 Paddy Power Chase and Grade 1 Paddy Power Future Champions Hurdle. On Sunday 28th December The Grade 1 Leopardstown Hurdle and the Grade 1 Savills Chase. And on Monday 29th December The Grade 1 Matheson Hurdle and the Grade 1 Neville Hotels Novice Chase. A fabulous 4 days to enjoy !!
Patrick Mullins Says...
" I'm delighted to work with Race and Stay to welcome our many guests to this top-class festival and if 2024 was anything to go by then 2025 will be another fabulous four days. Leopardstown stages some of the best racing in Ireland and the Christmas Festival is one we target with all of our best horses. The big races are very prestigious and all races have excellent prize money on offer. A great festival, a fabulous racecourse and a very fair track to ride with a stiff finish, Leopardstown is a racecourse everyone wants to win at. I Hope to meet you there."
CHRISTMAS FESTIVAL
BOOK NOW For the BEST PRICES
MALDRON HOTEL
Merrion Road, Dublin 4
15 mins from Leopardstown
BEST VALUE DUBLIN HOTEL
Ideally located on seafront in the upscale D4 area of the city. Bright and spacious rooms and great value for money. Stay from 1 Night and ideal for Singles, Couples and Groups.
CLAYTON HOTEL
OPPOSITE THE RACECOURSE
Enterprise Park, Leopardstown
5 mins from Leopardstown
Ideally located at Leopardstown within easy walking distance of Racecourse itself. THE place to sty for the Christmas Festival. Ideal for Singles, Couples and Groups.
GREAT HOSPITALITY
Let Us Know What Suits You best
1888 RESTAURANT
A la CARTE DINING
€ 250 pp
Perfectly located on the first floor of the grandstand with the racecourse on one side and a balcony overlooking the parade ring on the other. Guests will be seated on shared tables of 10 guests.
PACKAGE INCLUDES
- Lunch
- Cash Bar
- A La Carte
- Tipster
- Race Card
- Tote
THE PAVILION
BUFFET DINING
€ 170 pp
Enjoy the festive atmosphere in the Leopardstown Pavilion. A winning combination of thrilling horse racing, great cuisine and stunning trackside views overlooking the racecourse.
PACKAGE INCLUDES
- Buffet Lunch
- Cash Bar
- Great Views
- Tipster
- Race Card
- Tote
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
Why You Should Book With
RACE & STAY
- Over 75K Happy Guests
- Official Leopardstown Sponsor
- Great Guest Reviews
- One Shop For Everything
- Great Hotels on Offer
- Official Leopardstown Partner
- Great Value Packages
- 100% Refund Guarantee
- Leopardstown Specialists
- Fast & Secure Booking
- Friendly Expert Staff
- Easy & Secure Booking
