The Irish Guineas is a top favourite at Spectate. We've been making horse racing dreams come true for many years, and we're excited to show you the ultimate guide to an unmissable weekend in Ireland during the Irish Guineas Weekend in 2025.

Aside from the electrifying flat races and dramatic passion of iconic Irish Guineas horse racing, you can enjoy a full weekend of all-out racing fun and memorable experiences during the Tattersalls Irish Guineas weekend. This racing weekend in particular is renowned for its lively atmosphere in its surrounding social hubs of Newbridge, Kildare, and Naas Towns. There’s nothing but excitement throughout!

In between the races, we've arranged exclusive visits to Kildangan Stud, Coolmore Stud, Fethard Horse Country Experience Horse Museum and much more included in our package that we're excited to experience with you.

Enjoy all of this in style with our Irish Guineas and Coolmore Stud tour package and read on to find out how to get the most out of your Irish Guineas Weekend.

What are the dates of the Irish Guineas Flat Races?

The Irish Guineas takes place at The Curragh Racecourse during the last weekend of May every year. From the 24 to 25 May this year, you can witness world-class flat racing action from the first classic race, 2000 Guineas on the Saturday to the nail-biting 1000 Guineas on the Sunday.

Saturday, 24 May: Tattersalls Irish 2000 Guineas

Sunday, 25 May: Tattersalls Irish 1000 Guineas

 

Jockeys and trainers in Tattersalls Irish Guineas, 2025

Irish Guineas Native Trail

Who we want to see during the Irish Guineas Weekend, 2025

Jockeys come from around the world to partake in this flat season staple, and although it’s hard to say who you’ll likely see race and train, we can take a look back on past flat race weekends to see who cleaned up.

Last year, we saw the likes of Aidan O’Brien, Luke Comer Roger Varian, and more famous names battle for the prize at The Curragh.

 

The Irish Guineas history

The Irish Guineas is one of the biggest Irish races in history. Since The races have been running from around 1860, and they were named after the prize money that would begiven to the winner of the race.

In 1922, both 2000 Irish Guineas and 1000 Irish Guineas were finally established, and now attract some of the best 3-year-old horses.

 

Your Ireland accommodation during your stay

With our Coolmore Stud & Irish Guineas package, you’ll be staying at two superb hotels throughout the four nights. On your first night, enjoy the comforts of the Horse & Jockey Hotel, Co Tipperary that offers tasteful décor and a traditional Irish vibe.

For the next three nights, you’ll be indulging in the luxuries of Killashee Hotel, located in the beautiful countryside of County Kildare. Spend evenings savouring delicious flavours with amazing views of the Fountain Gardens and rejuvenate after the action-packed races with a treatment from their award-winning spa.

Things to do during the Irish Guineas Weekend

Not only are you experiencing one of the flat racing season’s most renowned feature races, but you’re also in the best location for extended fun we've arranged for you. Enjoy memorable experiences such as visiting Coolmore Stud, the home of champions located in the heart of Tipperary. This unmissable opportunity allows for you to see some of the top stallions from across the world.

You’ll also be spending a day watching the fascinating training of Godolphin yearlings at Kildangan Stud the day that the 2000 Guineas race begins. Before both races, you’ll also enjoy a visit to the Fethard, where you may choose to have some lunch and visit the Fethard Horse Country Experience Horse Museum.

Find out more about your 2025 Irish Guineas Weekend package

After flying directly into Dublin city on 22 May, you’ll start your four-night tour that has every base covered. Our package for the Irish Guineas Weekend goes beyond the racing and provides exclusive inclusions, such as:

• Return scheduled flights from London with Aer Lingus in economy

• Transfers throughout

• General admission to The Curragh on Saturday and Sunday

• A dedicated Spectate hosts assistance throughout

For reserved grandstand seating with amazing views and hospitality options, simply get in touch with our team to learn more.

Irish Guineas

Our team's expertise

We've recently returned from an extraordinary week in the Middle East for the Dubai World Cup. Now, we're setting our sights on the next racing trip to Ireland for this year’s flat racing staple, The Irish Guineas. From 22 – 26 May, our Product Executive, Emma, will be hosting a tour of all-things racing from exclusive Coolmore and Kildangan Stud visits to world-class race watching, and much more in between.

Our team have been avid followers of The Irish Guineas for many years, and we want to take you into the heart of the horse racing action in Ireland with our Coolmore Stud & Irish Guineas Horse Racing Package.

More of our favourite flat races to look out for...

As well as the Irish Guineas, we have first-hand experience in even more of the iconic flat races. From the prestigious Breeders’ Cup races in the vibrant heart of California and Royal Ascot to the historic races Prix de l’Arc and the Melbourne Cup Carnival, we're always itching to get track side once again. Experience them all in the experienced hands of our brilliant team. 

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