Day 1: Leopardstown

Saturday 12th September 2026

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Day 1 | Leopardstown

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DAY 1

Day 1 of Irish Champions Festival kicks off at Leopardstown, featuring world class racing, live music, premium sports experiences and unmissable entertainment.

The racing action is headlined by the Group 1 Royal Bahrain Irish Champion Stakes, one of the most prestigious races in the world. Alongside it, five thrilling Group races promise to showcase the very best Irish and international flat horses—expect world-class performances on the track from start to finish.

Event Entertainment coming soon!

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RACING AT LEOPARDSTOWN

Irish Champions Festival kicks off with a prestigious nine-race card featuring five Group races including the The Royal Bahrain Irish Champion Stakes, sixth in the IFHA World's top 100 races in 2023.

The Coolmore America ‘Justify’ Matron Stakes, ranked as the world’s best fillies and mares’ race for the past number of years, are the highlights on the opening afternoon at Leopardstown.

For last year's results at Leopardstown, click here.

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TICKET TYPES

          Early Bird Tickets are on sale now!

General Admission

- Adult - (over 18's) €30.00

- Senior/Student - €25.00

- Child - 14 and under (Free!)

Premium Experiences 

- 1888 Restaurant

- Pavilion Mezzanine

- The Real Deal

- Champions Pavilion

Please contact [email protected] or call  on 01-2890500 for any queries.



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