MONDAY 7TH OF SEPTEMBER
Day 1 of the Galway Races September Meeting 2026
Autumn racing returns to Ballybrit, kicking off with a two day meeting in September, Monday 7th and Tuesday 8th. Monday is an action packed national hunt card with seven races on offer. Free admission for children under 17 years when accompanied by a parent or guardian, plenty of seating throughout the enclosure. Facilities available on the day include the Claddagh Restaurant, and the Wilson Lynch Pavilion for Bar, Tea/Coffee, Tote, Ladbrokes and Music, the Millennium Stand will be open for view however there will be no service in this area.
2.30pm
Gates Open
3.50pm
First Race
7:22pm
Last Race
7
Number of Races
Admission Prices
Adult*
On the Day
€15
Pay in Advance
€15
SENIOR CITIZENS
On the Day
€10
Pay in Advance
€10
STUDENTS**
On the Day
€10
Pay in Advance
€10
Children 17 yrs & under (must be accompanied by a Parent or Guardian)***
On the Day
Free (Accompanied by an Adult)
*Must be aged 18 or over.
** Must be aged 18 or over & hold a valid Student I.D.
***Must be accompanied by Parent or Guardian for admission and for the duration of the race day.
Racecard
1st Race
3.50pm
The Kenny Developments Maiden Hurdle
2nd Race
4.20pm
The Anglo Printers Handicap Hurdle
3rd Race
4.50pm
The Deacy Gilligan Hurdle
4th Race
5.22pm
The Galway Handicap Hurdle (DIV I)
5th Race
5:52pm
The Galway Handicap Hurdle (DIV II)
6th Race
6.22pm
The Watch every Irish race live on Racing TV Beginners Steeplechase
7th Race
6.52pm
The Galway Races Handicap Steeplechase
8th Race
7.22pm
The Kenny Developments Irish EBF Mares Flat Race
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