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The Rose of Tralee Festival is always a highlight of the year in Tralee, and for us here in the Kingdom Greyhound Stadium we look forward to welcoming the Roses, Escorts, family, friends and fans to our afternoon race meeting.
An afternoon of family fun awaits in the Kingdom Greyhound Stadium in Tralee as we host our Annual Afternoon Racing with the Roses. This year, we're hosting a special Afternoon Tea with the Roses and you're invited to join us! We are proud to be a continued partner of the Festival and we look forward to another wonderful family day out with plenty of fun and games for the kids to enjoy.
Fashion fans are encouraged to dress to impress with competitions for Best Dressed Lady.
📅Saturday 15th August
⏰Open from 12pm, 1st Race 12.45pm - come early so you don't miss a minute of fun!
📍 Kingdom Greyhound Stadium, Brewery Road, Tralee, V92 X763
🌹 Meet the 2026 Roses & their Escorts
💕 The Rose Buds & Buddies will be there with their families
👸 Reigning Rose of Tralee, Katelyn Cummins, will also be joining us - don't miss one of your last chances to meet her before she hands over the title on Tuesday night!
🍽️ Enjoy a delicious afternoon tea with the Roses during racing, see below for more details and how to book
🐾 Exciting Greyhound Racing action from 12.45pm
☺️ Family friendly event with games and activities to entertain the kids
👗 Best Dressed Competitions
Enjoy afternoon tea with the Rose of Tralee Katelyn Cummins and the 2026 Roses and their Escorts on Saturday 15th August at the Kingdom Greyhound Stadium. Soak up the atmosphere with a delicious meal, exciting racing, family fun and games and much more!
The 2026 Afternoon Tea with the Roses package includes:
🌹 Your Admission to Racing & a Race Programme
🌹 A glass of Prosecco or Fruit Juice to enjoy on arrival
🌹 Afternoon Tea served in the glass-fronted Grandstand Restaurant with views of the racing action outside
🌹 Your Afternoon Tea will include a selection of light Hot Bites, Artisan Sandwiches, Miniature Desserts and Cakes*
🌹 Freshly brewed Tea or Coffee
🌹 Family Friendly Activities at the Stadium
🌹 Best Dressed Competition on the day
BOOK AFTERNOON TEA WITH THE ROSES
This Afternoon Tea offer is available on Saturday 15th August 2026 only. Must be booked in advance and a minimum of 2 people required per booking.
*Please advise of dietary requirements at time of booking
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 we'll also be joined by the young Rose Buds & Buddies.
We've got fun games and activities for the children including:
🎨 Face Painting
😍 Meet your favourite Cartoon Characters
🎉 Inflatable games and activities for the kids
and much more!
We've got a family friendly price too! A special Family Admission Ticket will be available to buy on arrival for just €15!
Fashion fans are encouraged to dress to impress with competitions for Best Dressed Lady.
Whether you're a local or visiting for the festival, this is a perfect opportunity to enjoy the excitement of racing and soak up the spirit of the Rose of Tralee!
If you'd like to join us on Saturday 15th to go greyhound racing with the Roses, admission can be paid on arrival.
Adult Admission: €10, including Race Programme
Students & OAP's: €5 (ID may be required)
Racing With Roses Family Ticket: €15
All of the above can be paid on arrival at the stadium on the day.
Afternoon Tea with the Roses: €35 per person
Advance booking is required for this package, click here to book. Please note that your admission is included in your Afternoon Tea booking.
DOORS OPEN 12 MIDDAY - COME EARLY AND ENJOY THE FUN!
Please note that racing will start at the special earlier time of 12:45pm on Saturday 15th August and our normal night-time racing will not take place on that date.
