Raceday Style
There is no official dress code at The Curragh Racecourse, or any Irish Racecourse. We believe that the more relaxed and comfortable you feel, the more likely you are to have a great time. We encourage our racegoers to come “dressed to feel your best”. Smart casual is usually a safe bet.
Dress to impress
Dress with the weather in mind, it can be quite breezy at the track as it is open to the elements. Ladies, we recommend jumpsuits, dresses with heavier material / longer in length, due to the wind factor! And, while we always hope for sunshine, you may need raincoats/warm clothes.
Fancy dress
Fancy Dress adds colour and fun to our race days but please avoid inappropriate or offensive outfits, as anything deemed vulgar or derogatory may be refused entry.
Dates for the 2025 Style Awards
There will be five style days at The Curragh in 2025
Saturday 24th May ~ The Ashford Castle Classic Style Icon Award
Saturday 28th June ~ The K Club’s Most Stylish Racegoer
Sunday 29th June ~ The Dubai Duty Free Most Stylish Award
Saturday 19th July ~ Barberstown Castle Sapphire Style Day
Sunday 14th September ~ Irish Champions Festival Style Award
'Summer Florals" is the theme for The K Club's Most Stylish Racegoer Award 2025
‘Blossoming’ into her new role as the celebrity judge for The K Club’s Most Stylish Racegoer contest at this year’s Dubai Duty Free Irish Derby Festival, comedy creator Kayleigh Trappe had the following advice “fashion is there to have fun with in my opinion and this year’s Summer Floral theme gives loads of scope to get playful,” she said. “From bold wildflowers to boho-chic wallflowers, I can’t wait to see The Curragh’s racegoers in full bloom this June.”
Clodagh McKenna will judge 'Best Dressed' on behalf of Dubai Duty Free
“I’ll be looking for glamour, elegance, and a touch of personality,” Clodagh added. “I love to have excuse to get on the finery! Fashion and style is a passion of mine and it’s something I really enjoy.”
Clodagh will be joined by fellow judge, lifestyle and fashion writer, Bairbre Power who commented, “It’s wonderful to see people express their creativity and confidence through what they wear. The Best Dressed Competition always brings out some incredible fashion, and I’m expecting to see everything from timeless chic to bold, contemporary looks. Irish racegoers never disappoint.”
Plenty of scope for creativity, it seems!