Irish Champions Festival | Leopardstown.com

Saturday, 13th September 2025

Two incredible days of world-class racing, live music, unmissable entertainment at Leopardstown and The Curragh.

Enjoy the excitement of Day 1 of Irish Champions Festival at Leopardstown on Saturday, 13th September, with five Group races including the Royal Bahrain Irish Champion Stakes. The Royal Bahrain Irish Champion Stakes is one of Ireland's richest horse races and is regularly rated as one of the top flat races. Past winners include Auguste Rodin, Magical and Golden Horn and Sea The Stars.

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race schedule

1.10pm

The Ballylinch Stud Irish EBF Ingabelle Stakes (Listed)

1.40pm

The KPMG Champions Juvenile Stakes (Group 2)

2.15pm

The Tonybet Solonaway Stakes (Group 2)

2.50pm

The Coolmore America 'Justify' Matron Stakes (Group 1)

3.25pm

The Royal Bahrain Irish Champion Stakes (Group 1)

4.00pm

The Kilternan Stakes (Group 3)

4.35pm

The Irish Stallion Farms EBF Petingo Premier Handicap

5.10pm

The Irish Stallion Farms EBF Sovereign Path Premier Handicap

5.45pm

The HKJC WorldPool Autumn Fillies Premier Handicap

elevate your race day experience

The Real Deal

€45 | General Admission + | Limited Availability

Don’t miss out on a bundle ticket that has everything at your fingertips to enjoy a fun evening at Leopardstown. This value admission plus package includes; Admission ticket for racing and concert, a food voucher, drink voucher for Bulmers, Budweiser, Five Lamps or Soft Drink, and a Tote Betting voucher. THE REAL DEAL ENDS 14 DAYS BEFORE RESPECTVE RACE FIXTURE.

Premium Level

€95 | The Grandstand

Located on the third floor of the grandstand, premium level seats offer a reserved stadium seat for the day, access to the Premium Level of the Grandstand and the Circle Lounge area on the 3rd floor.

Champions Pavilion

From €125pp | The Pavilion

Enjoy informal, grazing style hospitality in relaxed surroundings of the Pavilion. With its prime location overlooking the track, attendees can soak up the atmosphere with a DJ, while indulging in a perfect blend of sport, socialising, and summertime fun. It will be an unforgettable day out for groups or individuals looking for an upscale racing experience. Please note that groups less then 8 will be on a sharing table.

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Bespoke Private Suite

POA | The Grandstand

Located on the upper level of the Grandstand, we have a choice of Suite sizes to accommodate your group depending on your numbers and requirements. Dine in style and choose from a range of delicious and seasonally inspired menus and extensive wine list. All Suites have a private balcony with spectacular views of the racecourse and beyond.

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