Day 2: The Curragh 

Day Two of the Irish Champions Festival Moves to the Historic Curragh Racecourse

2025 promises to deliver an unforgettable experience, packed with thrilling action both on and off the track at the iconic Curragh.

The highlight of the day is the Comer Group Irish St. Leger, the fifth and final Irish Classic of the year. It headlines a stellar race card featuring four Group 1 races and nearly €2.5 million in prize money—making this one of the richest and most exciting race days on the Irish calendar.

But the excitement doesn’t stop at the rails… We have some great Off-Track Entertainment!

The Jockey Cam — Feel the Thrill!
Missed the VR Jockey Cam at Leopardstown? Now’s your chance to ride again! On Sunday 14th September at the Curragh, jump into the action with a virtual flat-racing experience. Compete with friends and see who finishes first!

Conversations with Robbie Irwin
Join Robbie Irwin in the Champions Hall for live chats with leading jockeys and trainers. Enjoy expert race previews and insider stories from racing’s biggest names—Sunday 14th September.

Rosé & Runway! 

The Classic Catwalk returns for its final outing of the season with a glamorous Rosé and Runway event, sponsored by Whispering Angel. Focusing on the theme 'A Hint of Blush', Naomi Clarke, aka The Style Fairy, together with stylist and TV personality Marietta Doran, will select the Whispering Angel Rosé & Runway winner, who will walk away with a luxury hotel experience and a magnum of rosé

Carnival at the Curragh!
It’s our biggest-ever FREE kids’ entertainment! With trains, carousels, games, treasure hunts, and face painting, there’s fun for all ages. And remember—under-18s go FREE with a paying adult. Perfect for a Proper Family Day Out on Day 2 of the Festival.

Farewell Kyprios

We’re thrilled to welcome Kyprios back to the Curragh on Sunday 14th September for the Irish Champions Festival.

Bred at Moyglare Stud and foaled on 18 May 2018, the Aidan O’Brien-trained star has 17 wins from 21 starts. His standout victories include Irish St. Leger wins at the Curragh in 2022 and 2024 with Ryan Moore in the saddle—cementing his legacy as a once-in-a-generation stayer.

Don’t miss the chance to honour this racing legend as he parades at the Curragh

The Curragh Racecourse is home to all five Irish Classic races. There are four Group 1 races on the eight-race card, featuring the Comer Group International Irish St Leger, the final Irish Classic of the season.

Bar One Racing Flying Five and two of the best juvenile races of the year, the Goffs Vincent O’Brien National Stakes and the Moyglare Stud Stakes will also be featured on the day. 

Irish Champions Festival will again attract many of the world’s best racehorses, owners, trainers and jockeys.

For last year's results at The Curragh, click here.

Timetable

11:00 AM – Gates Open
1:30 PM – The Irish Stallion Farms EBF ‘Bold Lad’ Sprint Handicap of €150,000
2:05 PM – The Tattersalls Ireland Super Auction Sale Stakes of €250,000
2:40 PM – The Moyglare Stud Stakes of €400,000 (Group 1)
3:15 PM – The Bar One Racing Flying Five Stakes of €400,000 (Group 1)
3:50 PM – The Goffs Vincent O’Brien National Stakes of €400,000 (Group 1)
4:25 PM – The Comer Group International Irish St Leger of €500,000 (Group 1)
5:00 PM – The Moyglare ‘Jewels’ Blandford Stakes of €200,000 (Group 2)
5:35 PM – The Irish Stallion Farms EBF ‘Northfields’ Handicap of €150,000

General Admission

- Adult - General Admission Advanced Ticket

- Senior/Student 

- Weekend Ticket

- Child - Under 18 - FREE

Premium Experiences

- Day Membership 

- The Winning Line Lounge

- The Champions Bundle

Please contact [email protected] or call +353 (0)45 441 2025 for all queries.