Bulmers Live at Leopardstown 2026: Róisín O, Shobsy, Soda Blonde, and BIIRD announced for vibrant celebration of "the very best in Irish culture"

Dublin’s beloved summer racing and music series, Bulmers Live at Leopardstown, returns this summer, with a lineup that showcases some of the best homegrown talent alongside exhilarating racing action.

Taking place across five Thursdays throughout June and July, festivities begin on June 11, with a double-header from Róisín O and Shobsy. The following week (June 18) sees Leopardstown welcome Irish alt-pop band Soda Blonde to the stage.

July's line-up begins with all-female trad supergroup BIIRD on Thursday, July 9; with the acts for the two further Live at Leopardstown nights, on July 16 & 23, to be announced soon.

Beyond the main stage, Bulmers Live at Leopardstown boasts a wonderful mix of local food trucks and stalls, street performers, buskers, trad session, Bodhrán workshops.

“We're really excited for this year's Bulmers Live at Leopardstown series," said Mark Clayton, CEO of Leopardstown Racecourse. "We've secured some of Ireland's top homegrown talent, and our aim is to create an action-packed day where racegoers can experience the very best of Irish racing, music, arts and crafts, comedy, and more.”

“Bulmers Live at Leopardstown is a marquee event within our partnership with HRI Racecourses, designed to deepen the experience for existing race fans while broadening the appeal of horse racing to new audiences," added David Whelan, On-Trade Commercial Director, C&C Ireland. "The anticipation for this event is already building and we look forward to a great summer.”

Musical performances will be preceded by an excellent card of racing and a wide selection of ticket options, starting from just €25 + booking fee . The ‘Real Deal’, at €55, includes admission, a food voucher, drink voucher, and a Tote Betting voucher. There’s also the The Premier Lounge at €88; Summer Party in the Pavillion from €115 per person; A Suite Deal from €125pp (min 12 guests); and The 1884 Restaurant, which offers a la carte dining at the heart of the action.

For more details on tickets and packages visit leopardstown.com/bulmerslive.

Leopardstown Racecourse is reachable from Dublin city centre on the Luas green line, with dedicated shuttle buses running from the Sandyford stop before and after racing. The venue is located off exit 14 or exit 15 on the M50 southbound or exit 15, M50 Northbound, with ample free parking available onsite.