From Little Acorns, Mighty Oaks Grow
Celebrate summer in style at the Juddmonte Irish Oaks Weekend – two unforgettable days of racing, ‘Styled by Nature’ with Tulfarris Hotel & Golf Resort and family fun at the iconic Curragh Racecourse.
Whether you’re drawn by the thrill of world-class sport, the glamour of race day style, or the magic of a family day out, this is a weekend full of energy, elegance and excitement – where tradition meets celebration, and greatness begins to take root.
CLASSIC RACING
Saturday is a true showcase of champions in the making, a day dedicated to the best of Irish Flat racing, led by the Group 1 Juddmonte Irish Oaks. This prestigious Classic is the ultimate test for three-year-old fillies, and a race that has shaped careers and pedigrees for generations.
1310 Juddmonte ‘Lead Artist’ Irish EBF Maiden 1340 The Hailey Equine Irish EBF Fillies Maiden 1415 Al Shira’aa Racing Meadow Court Stakes G3 1450 LFC Foundation Scurry Handicap 1525 Tulfarris Hotel and Golf Resort Sapphire Stakes G2 1600 GAIN Railway Stakes G2 1635 Juddmonte Irish Oaks G1 Classic 1710 Hill of Allen Stud Handicap 1745 WTW Willis Handicap
Thrilling Action on the Track!
13:40 1xBet.ie Proud Partners Of Irish Racing Irish EBF Maiden 14.10 Cavalor Equine Nutrition Irish EBF Fillies Maiden 14.40 1xBet.ie Supporting Irish Sport Irish EBF Fillies Maiden 15.15 Glenroyal Hotel And Shoda Café Minstrel Stakes of (Group 2) 15.50 Racing World 50th Anniversary Irish EBF Fillies Handicap 16.25 1xBet.ie Proud Supporters Of Irish Racing Curragh Cup (Group 2) 17.00 The James Nolan Bar Kildare Nursery Handicap 17.30 The Final Furlong Podcast With 1xBet.ie Irish EBF Maiden
Styled by Nature
We’re delighted to announce that fashion and lifestyle creator Emily O’Donnell will be joining us at The Curragh Racecourse on Saturday, 18 July to judge the Tulfarris Hotel & Golf Resort Styled by Nature Style Experience at the Dubai Duty Free Irish Oaks.
Inspired by the lakes, gardens and breathtaking landscapes surrounding Tulfarris Hotel & Golf Resort, Styled by Nature celebrates race day fashion with a natural twist. Whether your look takes inspiration from wildflowers, a Wicklow sunset, the Blessington Lakes or rich natural textures and colours, we want to see your creativity come to life.
Throughout the day, Emily will be meeting racegoers, chatting about the inspiration behind their outfits and selecting the looks that best embody the Styled by Nature theme. Shortlisted finalists are invited to the Parade Ring ahead of The Tulfarris Hotel & Golf Resort Sapphire Stakes at 3:20pm, where Emily will make her final selections and crown the winners.
There is an array of wonderful experiences to be won…
✨ Styled by Nature Award – Exclusive private use of the stunning 18th-century Manor House at Tulfarris Hotel & Golf Resort for one night with a private dining experience in the Manor Drawing Room for up to 14 guests.
✨ Sustainable Style Award – A two-night stay for two at the five-star Castlemartyr Resort, including breakfast and dinner.
✨ Emily’s Edit Award – a one-night stay in a Manor Bedroom at Tulfarris Hotel & Golf Resort with dinner for two in the award winning Fairways Restaurant, a bottle of wine and breakfast the following morning.
✨ Modern Headpiece Award – a one-night stay in a Manor Bedroom at Tulfarris Hotel & Golf Resort with dinner for two in the award winning Fairways Restaurant, a bottle of wine and breakfast the following morning.
We can’t wait to see how you bring nature to life at this year’s Juddmonte Irish Oaks!
Football meets Racing!
We’re delighted to welcome the LFC Foundation for a celebration of their incredible community work on Juddmonte Irish Oaks race day.
Alongside a fantastic afternoon of world-class Group 1 racing, fans can meet Liverpool legends including Ian Rush, Neil Mellor, Chris Kirkland, Grace Fisk, Becky Easton and Natasha Dowie.
There’ll also be the Liverpool FC Foundation Scurry, a Jockeys v Liverpool Legends Challenge, family-friendly entertainment, a raffle, community activations, and the chance to meet Liverpool FC’s official mascot, Mighty Red.
It’s a unique day bringing together two iconic sporting institutions in support of the LFC Foundation’s work to tackle social inequality and create opportunities in communities across Ireland and beyond.
