Sport in Ireland-Upcoming Events
Ireland is one of Europe’s leading sports break destinations. With an events calendar to match its appetite for spectator sports, Ireland scores highly in terms of attractions. Let your Argus Rent A Car itinerary include glitzy race meetings in Galway, gripping pitch battles in Munster, tense tiebreakers in Kildare and spellbinding All-Irelands in Dublin. Hiring a car with argus-rentacar.com allows you to witness some of Ireland’s most important and exhilarating events at a low cost. What are you waiting for? Check out our fantastic car hire deals now!
Gaelic Games
GAA (Gaelic Athletic Association) games play a major role in Irish culture. From watching local sides battling it out in the driving wind and rain to the awe inspiring spectacle of a packed-to-capacity Croke Park, GAA is easily Ireland’s most followed sport. The GAA has a proud heritage. All around the country, fluttering county flags are a familiar sight over the summer months, with locals doing their utmost to champion their team. September’s nail-biting final at Dublin’s stunning Croke Park sees the culmination of a season’s hard work and effort.
| Major GAA Fixtures: |
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| September: |
Bank of Ireland All Ireland Football Championship Final |
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Guinness All Ireland Championship Final |
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Gala All Ireland Senior Camogie Championship Final |
| Venue: |
Croke Park, Dublin |
Horse Racing
Ireland’s racing scene is the envy of the world. Ireland has a rich equestrian heritage, producing some legendary racehorses over the years. Impressive as they may be, the sight of thoroughbreds performing at their peak is not the only reason thousands of race-goers flock to Ireland every year. Everyone wants a piece of the palpable atmosphere and stylish razzmatazz. With a vibrant racing calendar from Easter to December, it’s just a case of finding the right festival for you.
| Irish Racing Festivals: |
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| Easter: |
Irish Grand National Festival |
| Venue |
Fairy House Dublin |
| Event: |
Irish National Hunt Festival |
| Venue: |
Punchestown, Co. Kildare |
| June: |
The Budweiser Irish Derby Festival |
| Venue: |
Curragh Racecourse, Co. Kildare |
| July: |
Killarney Four-Day Festival |
| Venue: |
Killarney Racecourse |
| July / August |
Galway Racing Festival |
| Venue: |
Ballybrit Racecourse, Co. Galway |
| August: |
Tramore Four-Day Festival |
| Venue: |
Tramore Race Course |
| September: |
Listowel Harvest Festival |
| Venue: |
Listowel Racecourse |
| October: |
Gowran Park Two-Day Festival |
| Venue: |
Gowran Park, close to Kilkenny |
| November: |
Punchestown Winter Festival |
| Venue: |
Punchestown, Co. Kildare |
| December: |
Fairyhouse Winter Festival |
| Venue: |
Fairyhouse Racecourse, Rathoath, Co. Meath |
| Event: |
Leopardstown Christmas Festival |
| Venue: |
Leopardstown Racecourse, Dublin |
| Event: |
Limerick Christmas Festival |
| Venue: |
Limerick Racecourse, Patrickswell, Co. Limerick |
Golf
Since hosting 2006’s Ryder Cup, Ireland’s golfing reputation has grown from strength to strength throughout the world of sport. Visitors to Ireland should note that golf in Ireland is not just a pleasure to play; it’s also a delight to watch. With beautiful clubs across the country playing host to number of important and thrilling golfing tournaments every year, there’s every excuse for an exciting day out.
| Golf Tournaments Ireland: |
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| May: |
Irish Open |
| Venue: |
Adare Golf Club, Adare, Co. Limerick |
| June: |
Irish Seniors Open |
| Venue: |
Various Locations |
| July: |
Smurfit European Open |
| Venue: |
K Club, Co. Kildare |
| August: |
Lord Mayor's Cup |
| Venue: |
Clontarf Golf Club, Dublin |
Rugby
In recent years, Ireland has provided the backdrop for some of rugby’s most exciting ties and the drama doesn’t look like ending any time soon. With teams excelling at all levels and trophy cabinets buckling under the weight of Heineken Cup and Triple Crown wins, the future of Irish rugby indeed looks rosy. Make an effort to answer ‘Ireland’s call’ while in town by checking out Ireland’s talented rugby squads in action at club, provincial and international level.
| Irish Rugby Fixtures: |
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| February / March: |
RBS Six Nations Championships |
| Venue: |
Various Locations / Lansdowne Road |
| August-May |
Magner's League |
| Venue: |
Various Locations |
| November - May |
Heineken Cup |
| Venue: |
Various Locations |
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