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The festival that cannot be missed, The Easter Racing festival, takes place from Saturday 4th April to Monday 6th April 2026, bringing three unforgettable days of top-class racing and celebration.

Race times for each day of the festival are as follows: 

*Please note this times are subject to change

Saturday 4th April  
First Race: 13:25
Last Race: 17:30 

Sunday 5th April 
First Race: 13:12
Last Race: 17:07

Monday 6th April 
First Race: 13:15
Last Race: 17:20

Gates open an hour and half in advance of racing each day. 

There will be a free, regular, shuttle bus service from Mallow Town & Train Station. 

There are a variety of packages to cater for every need such as : 

  • Social Packages are available online only and include Admission, a racecard, a €5 Tote Voucher, a €5 Food Voucher and a Pint…everything you could want to make it that day to remember and all for only €30 (Sat & Mon) €35 on Easter Sunday!
  • Enjoy lunch in the top floor restaurant, with stunning views overlooking the finish line. The team at Woodlands Catering will look after your every need, all whilst serving a sumptuous 3 course meal.  Also included in this hospitality package for €75 per person is admission, racecard, whilst the balcony overlooking the track will ensure you have the best view in the house.
  • Children aged 14 and under are eligible to attend this and every single raceday FREE of charge with a full paying adult and tickets for adults start at just €20 per person. 

Easter Saturday 4th April: Gather the crew for the ultimate Social Saturday. With thrilling Flat action on the track, start your Bank Holiday Weekend on the right note at Cork Racecourse!

Easter Sunday 5th April : With live music and thrilling National Hunt racing make it an Easter Sunday to remember here at Cork Races! Social Packages are only €35 and include admission to the races, a pint, your racecard, a €5 Food Voucher and a €5 Tote bet! What’s not to love! One of the busiest days of the year here at Cork Racecourse, we recommend booking hospitality and social packages in advance as essential to avoid disappointment! There will be live music throughout the day in the marquee.

Easter Monday 6th April: Family Fun Easter Monday returns with plenty to keep the kids occupied! In the marquee, there will be plenty of children’s activities, including an animal petting farm, to keep young racegoers entertained throughout the day.

Hop on the train from Cork Kent, Killarney and Limerick Junction and take our free shuttle bus service from Mallow Train Station or Mallow Town. 

Join us and experience top class thoroughbred racing along with award winning hospitality and so much more!

 

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