The Galway Races Summer Festival
Monday 27th July to Sunday 2nd August 2026. Unmissable!
The Galway Races
Join us for 'The Opening Day’ on Monday 28th July as we have a special treat for our racegoers in front of the Grandstand with a lively colourful musical performance! First race of seven races is off at 3.55pm.
Galway Plate Day
Our most exciting line-up yet for young racing fans! A day packed with colour, entertainment, and fun for the whole family. Don’t miss the incredibly popular 'Mad Hatters Day' competition, with amazing prizes up for grabs.
Ladies Day
Widely renowned as ‘Ladies Day’ at the Galway Festival, Thursday combines the very best in racing and fashion for the pinnacle of the summer racing calendar.
Mad Hatters Competition
Our best line-up yet for our young racing fans. A day filled with colour, entertainment and fun for all the family. Join in the hugely popular 'Mad Hatters Day' competition with fantastic prizes on offer.
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