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If you're one of the thousands heading to Tralee to take in the fun of the Rose of Tralee Festival this weekend, make sure you include a visit to the Kingdom Greyhound Stadium on Saturday afternoon for their annual Racing with the Roses event.
The Rose of Tralee Festival is always a highlight of the year in Tralee, and everyone in the Kingdom Greyhound Stadium we look forward to welcoming the Roses, Escorts, family, friends and fans to their family friendly afternoon race meeting.
When And Where Is Racing With The 2026 Roses?
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Saturday 15th August
โฐOpen from 12pm, 1st Race 12.45pm - come early so you don't miss a minute of fun!
๐ Kingdom Greyhound Stadium, Brewery Road, Tralee, V92 X763

What will happen at the Afternoon Racing with the Roses event?
๐น Meet the 2026 Roses & their Escorts
๐ The Rose Buds & Buddies will be there with their families
๐ธ Reigning Rose of Tralee, Katelyn Cummins, will be there, one of your last chances to meet her before she hands over the title on Tuesday night!
๐ฝ๏ธ Our Roses and guests will enjoy Afternoon Tea - this is sold out but don't worry the stadium will have food and drinks available to purchase on the day
๐พ Exciting Greyhound Racing action from 12.45pm
โบ๏ธ Family friendly event with games and activities to entertain the kids
๐ Best Dressed Competitions for both Women & Men
Best Dressed Woman sponsored by Sinead's Boutique
Best Dressed Man sponsored by Celsius Menswear
The Afternoon Racing with the Roses is open to all ages, so bring the whole family! Children will have the chance to meet the Roses and they'll also be joined by the young Rose Buds & Buddies.
There's fun games and activities for the children including:
๐จ Face Painting
๐ Meet your favourite Cartoon Characters
๐ Inflatable games and activities for the kids
and much more!
Pre-booking is not required for general admission so just head along to the Kingdom Greyhound Stadium on the day and enjoy the fun!