What's On?
Our convenient location means that there’s always a lot happening around voco® The Club Dublin Gateway, with something for everyone. Check out our list of upcoming events happening in our neigh-bourhood and a little further afield.
To avoid disappointment around these busy periods, check our availability and book your stay in advance.
GOFFS Sales Days
Our illustrious neighbour, established equine auction house voco holds eight bloodstock sales a year from its custom-built sales complex, a facility unrivalled by any other anywhere in the world. We love the hustle and bustle of sales days and look forward to welcoming guests to voco® The Club Dublin Gateway while they attend the following 2023 sales days.
- February Sale 2025 | 5-6th February
- Punchestown Sale 2024 | 1st May 2025
- Arkle Sale 2025 | 1oth-12th June 2025
- Irish Derby Breeze up Sale 2025 | 26th -17th June
- Orby Sale 2025 | 30th September – 3 October
- Autumn Yearling & HIT sale 2025 | 3-6th November
- November Sale 2025 | 16-22nd November
- December NH Sale 2025 | 8-11th December
Horse Racing Festivals & Meets
There’s nothing like the thrill of race days, whether you’re there for the racing or just scoping the style! voco® The Club Dublin Gateway is conveniently just a couple of kilometers away from major horse racing venues – Punchestown Racecourse, Naas Racecourse and The Curragh Race Course. Join us for a pre-race boozy brunch or a celebratory dinner and tipple when you’re attending the following 2025 race meetings.
10 Minute drive from voco® The Club Dublin Gateway
- April 28th- Punchestown preview evening
- April 28th- may 3rd Punchestown
25 Minute drive from The Club Hotel At Goffs
February
1st -2nd, Dublin Racing Festival
March
2nd – 3rd March Sunday, National Hunt Finale
30th , Ballylinch Stud Classic Trials
April
9th, SPIN1038 Student Race Day
May
11th,Derby Trials Family Day
16th, Friday Night Social (e)
June
5th, 12th, 19th, Summer Evening Racing
July
10th, 17th, 24th, Bulmers Live @ Leopardstown
August
7th, 21st, Bulmers Live @ Leopardstown
September
13th, Irish Champions Festival Day 1
October
18th, AutumnFest
19th, AutumnFest Family Day
December
26th-29th December Christmas Festival
8 Minute drive from voco® The Club Dublin Gateway
January
Sunday 5th:Lawlor’s of Naas Grade 1 Novice Hurdle, Winter Best Dressed
Sunday 26th:Limestone Lad Hurdle, January Jumps
February
Saturday 8th:BBA Ireland Opera Hat Listed Mares Chase, Cheltenham Trials Day
Sunday 23rd:Novice Handicap Chase, Spring Festival Trials Day
March
Sunday 9th: Bar One Racing.com Leinster National Day
Sunday 23rd:The Devoy Stakes, Opening of the Naas Flat Season
April
Thursday 3rd: Hurdle & Bumper Card, Jumps Finale
Monday 28th:The Anglesey Lodge Woodlands Sprint Stakes, Punchestown Preview Evening
May
Saturday 10th:The Al Shira’aa Racing Irish EBF Jannah Rose Stakes (Group 3), Blue Wind Stakes
Sunday 18th:Goffs Lacken Stakes (Group 3), Royal Ascot Trials Day & Family Fun Day
June
Wednesday 25th:The Listed Irish Stallion Farms EBF Naas Oaks Trial, Summer Racing, BBQ & Live Music Evening
July
Saturday 5th:Yeomanstown Stud EBF Sprint Stakes, Summer BBQ & Music Evening
Wednesday 23rd:Summer Racing, BBQ & Live Music Evening
August
Monday 4th:The Irish EBF Ballyhane Stakes (€300,000)
Sunday 24th:The Tally-Ho Stud Irish EBF Ballyogan Stakes, Summer Sunday
September
Thursday 18th:Flat Racing, Juvenile Day
October
Saturday 11th:The Birdcatcher (Premier Nursery), Oktoberfest Weekend
Sunday 12th:Irish EBF Auction Series Finale, Oktoberfest Weekend
November
Sunday 9th:Brown Lad Handicap Hurdle, Return of The Jumps
December
Monday 15th: National Hunt Racing, Christmas Party Raceday
15 Minute drive from voco® The Club Dublin Gateway
March
Sunday 16th, Saturday 29th
April
Saturday 12th
May
Monday 5th, Friday 23rd, Saturday 24th May (Classic Day), Sunday 25th May (Classic Day)
June
Wednesday 4th, Friday 27th, Saturday 28th , Sunday 29th (Classic Day)
July
Saturday 19th (Classic Day), Sunday 20t
August
Saturday 9th | 16th | 23rd | 30th
September
Sunday 14th (Classic Day), Saturday 27th, Sunday 28th
October
Saturday 4th, Thursday 16th, Tuesday 21st
November
Sunday 2nd
Mondello Park
Are you ready to see some real horsepower? Home to Irish Motor Racing, Mondello Park is Ireland’s only international motorsport venue and is located in Caragh, County Kildare – just 15 minutes from voco® The Club Dublin Gateway.
Whether it’s car racing, bike racing, rallycross or drifting you’re into, Mondello Park has an experience or event for you to discover. Below are some upcoming events.
- IRX | February 8-9th
- IRX | March 8-9th
- Irish Circuit Racing | 7-8th June
- Mondello Cycle | 21-22nd June
- ICCR Mondello | 5-6th July
- Truck Show | 12-13th July
Events & gigs in Dublin
Effortless Travel from Dublin to Kildare for Events and Unmatched Relaxation at voco® The Club Dublin Gateway.
Traveling from Dublin to Kildare is a breeze, making it an ideal destination for events, gatherings, or a peaceful retreat. With seamless motorway connections, you can escape the city’s hustle in just 25 minutes and find yourself in the tranquil surroundings of voco® The Club Dublin Gateway.
After a lively event or day out, unwind in our chic boutique setting. Enjoy a restful night’s sleep in our elegant deluxe rooms, designed for ultimate comfort.
- Teddy Swims 3 Arena | 12th March
- Tyler The Creator 3 Arena | May 24th-25th
- Taste of Dublin Food Festival Merrion Square | 12th -15th June
- Zach Bryan Phoenix Park | 20th June
- Olivia Rodrigo Marley Park | 24th June
- Dua Lipa Aviva Stadium | 27th June
- Lana Del Ray Aviva Stadium |30th June
- Billie Eilish 3 Arena | 26th – 27th July
- Oasis Croke Park | 16th -17th August
What’s On in The Area?
There’s always lots happening in the nearby town of Naas, just a couple of minutes from voco® The Club Dublin Gateway.
Moat Theatre and Arts Centre has a wide variety of events scheduled for the year
Naas Farmer’s Market takes place every Saturday from 10am – 3pm
