Curragh Racecourse

The Curragh Racecourse is a flat racecourse in County Kildare, Ireland. The racecourse is home to Ireland’s five most important flat races, known as the Classics. Racing takes place 23 days each year from the end of March until late October. Guided tours of the venue are available outside of race days.

The Curragh
LocationThe Curragh County Kildare, County Kildare, Ireland
Coordinates53°9′55″N 6°50′43″W
Race typeThoroughbred Flat
Notable races
  • Irish 1,000 Guineas (G1)
  • Irish 2,000 Guineas (G1)
  • Irish Derby (G1)
  • Irish Oaks (G1)
  • Irish St. Leger (G1)
  • Tattersalls Gold Cup (Gr1)
  • Phoenix Stakes (Gr1)
  • Pretty Polly Stakes (Gr1)
  • Moyglare Stud Stakes (Gr1)
  • Vincent O’Brien National Stakes (Gr1)
  • Flying Five Stakes (Gr1)
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