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sport · Thursday 27 August 2026 · Various 
Flat Racing at Navan Racecourse - August
At Navan Racecourse · Proudstown Road, Navan, Co. Meath
At Navan Racecourse · Proudstown Road, Navan, Co. Meath
A Thursday evening at Navan Racecourse is one of those occasions that works just as well for someone who follows the form closely as for someone who simply fancies a good day out. The flat racing fixture on 27 August 2026 brings a full card of summer racing to one of Leinster’s best-regarded tracks - a course with the unusual distinction of being the only one in Ireland where spectators can see the entire race unfold from the stands, start to finish, without losing sight of a single runner.
Navan’s left-handed oval circuit runs to about a mile and four furlongs, with a testing uphill finish that tends to separate the genuine stayers from the rest. The sprint track extends to nearly six furlongs and suits the faster flat-racing specialists. August flat fixtures at Navan attract quality runners from yards across Ireland and Britain, and the compact nature of the track means the racing is close and readable from the grandstand. Facilities include bars, a coffee shop, restaurants, and on-course bookmakers - so there is plenty to keep you occupied between races whether you are studying the next race card or just soaking up the atmosphere. Free car parking is included on the day.
Navan is about 50km north-west of Dublin on the M3 motorway. From Dublin, take the M3 and exit at Navan - the town is well signposted from there. The racecourse sits on Proudstown Road, north of the town centre; follow the race-day signage once you approach the town. Bus Eireann operates services from Dublin (Busaras) to Navan, and on race days it is worth checking the Navan Racecourse website for any shuttle arrangements from the town. Ample free parking is available on site, so driving is the most straightforward option for most visitors from outside the town.
Navan is the county town of Meath and sits at the confluence of the Boyne and Blackwater rivers. The surrounding area is some of the richest heritage ground in the country - Newgrange and the Brú na Bóinne complex are about 15km to the south-east, and the Hill of Tara is a short drive away. There is more to see in Navan and across Co. Meath.
Heading to Navan Racecourse in Navan? Meath has plenty more to see. Read the Navan area guide, find what else is on, and explore the towns and villages nearby.