THERE IS NOTHING LIKE THE
PUNCHESTOWN FESTIVAL
Tue 27th April - Sat 1st May 2027
Race and Stay are the only official guest partner for Punchestown Racecourse. The Punchestown Festival consists of 5 Days of top class jump racing, held at Punchestown Racecourse, close to Naas in County Kildare. The festival is our end of season championships where Irish Champion Trainer, Jockeys and Owners are crowned. You can enjoy 36 exciting races, including 12 Grade 1 contests, and watch our equine stars race for over 3.5M Euros in prize money and prestige. With great value Race and Stay packages, top class racing, great food and entertainment Punchestown Festival is an unmissable event for any jumps race fan.
Our NEW 2027 Punchestown Festival Race and Stay™ Packages are now on sale with our early bird pricing until the end of June 2026. All packages include Your Choice of stay, Breakfast, Admission Tickets and Transport. You can also add Racecourse Hospitality 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.
PUNCHESTOWN FESTIVAL
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PUNCHESTOWN FESTIVAL
Join us and our two Grand National winning Ambassadors, Patrick Mullins and Daryl Jacob and a host of Irish Racing Personalities this year at the Punchestown Festival. Meet and Greet's, Preview Shows and much more exclusive to Race and Stay Guests only.
Get the latest information and some hot tips from those "in the know". Enjoy the craic at our Preview shows and really enjoy your stay with us.
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Punchestown Festival Races
Punchestown Festival runs from Tuesday 27th April to Saturday 1st May 2027. Racegoers love the first 3 days. Tuesday, for the iconic Punchestown Champion Chase. Wednesday for the Punchestown Gold Cup, the highlight of the week, and Thursday For the Stayers Hurdle. If you are going for more of a party type experience then Friday and Saturday are for you. With valuable prizes on offer more UK runners are attending which makes the races even more exciting.
Punchestown - Day 1
Tuesday 27th April
Coach Departs 12:30pm
First Race 14:30pm
Last Race 18:30pm
Coach Departs 19:10pm
The first day of the festival includes the Champion Chase and several other Graded Races to enjoy.
Punchestown - Day 2
Wednesday 28th April
Coach Departs 12:30pm
First Race 14:30pm
Last Race 18:30pm
Coach Departs 19:10pm
Today is the highlight of the week, the Punchestown Gold Cup and several other Grade 1 contests.
Punchestown - Day 3
Thursday 29th April
Coach Departs 12:30pm
First Race 14:30pm
Last Race 18:30pm
Coach Departs 19:10pm
Today features the Stayers Hurdle and other valuable races on the card .
Punchestown - Day 4
Friday 30th April
Coach Departs 13:45pm
First Race 15:40pm
Last Race 19:30pm
Coach Departs 20:10pm
Today features the Irish Champion Hurdle and is also Ladies Day.
Punchestown - Day 5
Saturday 1st May
Coach Departs 13:00pm
First Race 14:30pm
Last Race 18:30pm
Coach Departs 19:10pm
Today is the finale of the festival week with many high class races to enjoy.
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PUNCHESTOWN HOSPITALITY
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We have some great complete packages but if you WANT TO ADD Hospitality.
Our 2027 Hospitality Packages will be available after May this year. Enquire NOW
ENQUIRE NOWWHAT 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
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