The Final Irish Classic!
Day Two of the Irish Champions Festival Moves to the Historic Curragh Racecourse
2026 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 International 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.
The Final Irish Classic!
Full race schedule to be confirmed.
The Jockey Cam - Feel the Thrill!
In 2025, racegoers were treated to the Jockey Cam where they experienced the rush of flat racing through VR!
More great entertainment is planned for Sunday 13th Sept for the final Classic of the 2026 season. Details to follow!
Carnival at the Curragh!
Face painters, caricaturists and our all our favourite characters will be on hand at the Moyglare Kids Zone to entertain our little racegoers at the Irish Champions Festival! So come along for a lovely day out, knowing that your little ones will be entertained and ready to enjoy their day!
NOT TO BE MISSED!
Save the date for an incredible day of world-class racing, live music and unmissable entertainment.
For more information and to read all about the amazing Day 1 action in Leopardstown Racecourse on Saturday 12th September, please visit the link below.
For those travelling for the weekend, Race & Stay offers fully organised itineraries across one, two and three night packages. Make it a weekend to remember!
Plan your visit
Visiting the Curragh Racecourse
For full details of where to say locally, please visit where to stay.
For full details of travel to the racecourse, please visit how to get here.
