The Irish Champion Stakes

This race has become a leading contest in world horse racing; ranked the second-best race in the Longines World Thoroughbred Rankings in 2020. Previous winners include Sadler’s Wells, Dylan Thomas, Sea The Stars, Fantastic Light, So You think, The Fugue, Snow Fairy, Golden Horn, Almanzor, Roaring Lion and Magical (2019, 2020). St. Mark's Basilica, and Horse of The Year, held firm to narrowly take the win in 2021.  

Young Designer Award

Longines Irish Champions Weekend is synonymous with style and will see a weekend of high fashion kicking off at Leopardstown on Saturday, September 10 and The Curragh on Sunday, September 11.

Furthermore, the Longines Irish Champions Weekend Young Designer Award will take place on Sunday where three finalists will be showcasing their designs and the overall winner will be announced, chosen by a judging panel and a Longines representative, so stay tuned for more updates.

The Champions Pavilion

This is the premium hospitality offering for those who want to experience Longines Irish Champions Weekend in luxury. Catch every moment of every race in the upper level of the Leopardstown Pavilion. With floor to ceiling glass views and private viewing balcony overlooking the finish straight, the Pavilion Mezzanine is a superb location to enjoy one of the richest and most glamourous race meetings on the international racing calendar. Experience top class hospitality, in beautifully dressed surroundings and enjoy wonderful dishes from our inspired Taste the World menu offering which accommodates dining at a time and tempo to suit your day. 

SOLD OUT - The 1888 Restaurant Package

The 1888 Restaurant is located in the heart of the action on the second level of the Grandstand. Overlooking the parade ring on one side and has access to grandstand viewing which ensures you don't miss any of the action. Savour racing in this prime location with à la carte style Dining. This package includes admission tickets, complimentary programmes, Tote betting facilities and TV'S. Should you wish to view racing from a reserved seat in the Grandstand, you can purchase a Premium Level seat upgrade for €20 (subject to availability). The 1888 restaurant package is sold out, for enquires about reservations contact [email protected]

Champions Quarter Leopardstown

Accessible to all patrons with a general admission ticket. Located beside the parade ring, the Champions Quarter delivers effortless sophistication and has become the social hub at Leopardstown. Enjoy food and refreshments and complimentary entertainment including the Young Designer Award, Champagne bar, The Winning Line, Tote betting facilities, LCD TVs, and live music after racing. Relax in this beautifully appointed area, complete with white picket fence, umbrellas, summer garden and non-reserved complimentary seating.

Leopardstown is conveniently located in South County Dublin and is easily accessible with excellent transport links from Dublin city centre.

BY SEA/AIR

Ireland has five main ferry ports – Belfast, Dublin, Dun Laoghaire, Larne and Rosslare, and seven main airports - Belfast, Cork, Dublin, Kerry, Knock, Shannon and Waterford. If travelling from Great Britain to Ireland by ferry, you can bring your car or go as a foot passenger.

Visit Ireland.com for more information. 

BY CAR 

Via the M50 - Southbound: Located just six miles south of Dublin City Centre, Leopardstown is very accessible by car, easily accessed from the M50 - exit 15.

From City Centre: Take the N11 (Stillorgan dual carriageway) heading towards the Southeast, past Stillorgan (right). At traffic lights turn right onto Leopardstown Road R113 signposted Leopardstown. 

BY RAIL 

LUAS from City Centre: The LUAS offers a regular service from St. Stephen's Green to Sandyford that takes about 20 minutes. The racecourse is only a short walk from the Sandyford station which offers a complimentary shuttle bus service on the day. 

Dart: There is a limited complimentary shuttle bus operating from Blackrock DART station to Leopardstown.