Are you ready for Ireland’s biggest racing festival? Mark your calendars for 28 July to 3 August. Galway is prepared to host the Galway Races in the last week of July. These seven days will be filled with the most exciting races you have ever seen. 

More than 100,000 people gather to witness this racing action every year. This is your chance to experience the lively town and enjoy the festivities. This article is your ultimate guide to the Galway racing festival. 

The Racing Festival 

The Galway Races Festival hosts 49 races over seven days. People from all over the world are attracted to the event mainly because of betting. 

You won’t believe it, but the total prize is over €2 million.

The most anticipated is the prestigious Galway Plate.

This is the must-see Blue Riband race of the festival. Don’t miss this race on Wednesday, the festival’s third day.

People love this historic race, which is all over the media. Everyone tries their luck by betting on it. Then, we also have the Galway Festival Ladies Day. 

It takes place on the fourth day, which is known for being the festival’s most colourful and vibrant day.

Galway Races Schedule

The festival will last seven days. The entire schedule is listed below along with the Galway races’ start times.

Book tickets

Visit the Galway Races website to buy your tickets online. 

How To Reach Galway

There are many ways to reach Galway. Choose the one that is most convenient for you. 

By Road

The location of Galway horse racing is just near the M6 motorway. It is easily accessible from Dublin, Cork, Limerick, and other places in Ireland. If you are coming from Cork, try taking the N20. Later, you will have to merge onto the N18.

By Bus

There are many regular buses available to Galway City. You can easily find shuttle buses from Galway City to the festival’s location. You must reach The Skeff Bar in Eyre Square to catch the shuttle. There is also a return shuttle. It leaves before the second-last race and again after the final race.

By Rail

Galway has many readily available train services

By Air

The closest airport is Shannon Airport, which is 40 minutes away. There are other airports, too. Knock Airport is also 1 hour away, while Dublin Airport is 2 hours away. You can also reach Dublin Airport in 2.5 hours via Cork Airport.

If you are planning to fly through a helicopter, pre-register the landing. To pre-register, contact the Galway Racecourse.

Address:

Galway Racecourse, Ballybrit, Galway, Ireland 

Conclusion:

In conclusion, horse enthusiasts must visit the Galway Races 2025 between 28 July and 3 August.The horses’ amazing flat and jump races will leave you mesmerised. Over 49 races are held over seven days, each worth watching. 

Plan your visit carefully so you don’t miss the Galway Plate and Ladies Day. This is everyone’s favourite highlight at the Galway horse racing festival. Make sure you have booked your tickets before they are sold out. This race week at Galway Racecourse will be an unforgettable memory for you.

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