Brave racegoers defied drizzly weather in Dublin today as they donned their finery for Student’s Day at Leopardstown.
The Student Race Day returned today for an afternoon of thrilling racing, fashion, and entertainment at the racecourse.
A highlight of the student calendar, the high-spirited event is welcoming punters for the first time since 2020 after the pandemic forced organisers to hold the past two years behind closed doors.
Sheltering under umbrellas and jackets, attendees arriving at the racecourse in Ireland for the event, opted for a dazzling array of dresses and colourful coats for the big day out.
As well as eight great races including the Listed Gradguide Heritage Stakes, students are set to enjoy a multitude of entertainment, including the Jack & Jones and JJXX Best Dressed competition.
Brave racegoers defied drizzly weather in Dublin today as they donned their finery for Student’s Day at Leopardstown (pictured)
Sheltering from the downpour, attendees quickly threw their jackets and blankets over their heads to avoid the rain (left and right)
Baring it all! While some opted for slinky little black dresses which they paired with sky high stiletto heels, others donned neon mini dresses with daring necklines (pictured)
Many of the women attending opted for slinky dresses and skyhigh heels as they donned their finest glad rags for the big day out (pictured)
The Student Race Day, which was cancelled the last two years due to Covid-19 pandemic, returned today for an afternoon of thrilling racing, fashion, and entertainment at Leopardstown Racecourse
Spring colours! One attendee donned a vibrant red jacket with matching trousers for the event (left), while another opted for a slinky green backless dress (right)
As well as eight great races including the Listed Gradguide Heritage Stakes, students are set to enjoy a multitude of entertainment, including the Jack & Jones and JJXX Best Dressed competition
Sheltering under umbrellas and jackets, attendees arriving at the racecourse in Ireland for the event, opted for a dazzling array of dresses and colourful coats for the big day out
Despite the drizzly weather, many of the attendees couldn’t keep their smiles from their faces as they attended the races
The Jack & Jones and JJXX Best Dressed Competition will take place along alongside racing, with €500 for the Best Dressed Guy and Best Dressed Girl, and lots of runner up prizes.
And it appeared many students had pulled out all the stops in their hopes of winning the cash prize on the big day out.
Beneath umbrellas and heavy jackets were racegoers dressed in an array of colourful ensembles, with some braving the downpour in bare legs and high heels while trying desperately to keep their elaborate outfits dry.
Despite the downpours, most of the men and women arriving for the day of racing action managed to look cheerful.
After the earlier rain, revellers were more than happy to pose for pictures in the sunshine with one another (pictured)
Smiling in the sunshine! Many racegoers were delighted to be enjoying the warmer spring weather together on the big day out
Punters were more than happy to shed their jackets and toss their umbrellas as they soaked up some early spring sunshine after a rainy morning
Get the party started! Revellers in rainbow coloured dresses were snapped cheering on the horses at the race course earlier today
Many revellers beamed and grinned at the camera as they got into the swing of the day at the racecourse in Dublin earlier
Crowds of revellers appeared delighted to be at the event earlier today and roared with joy as they watched the races (left and right)
Having a grand old time! Many of the revellers were snapped beaming and laughing as they sipped on drinks during the races earlier today
Racegoers could be seen clutching their programmes as the event kicked off at Leopardstown in Dublin earlier today
After the earlier downpour, revellers wrapped up in fur jackets and cosy woolen coats as they watched the races kick off at Leopardstown
Students could be seen cheering enthusiastically as they snapped pictures and videos of the event on their phones (pictured left and right)
While some opted for slinky little black dresses which they paired with sky high stiletto heels, others donned neon mini dresses with daring hemlines.
In a nod to the previously sunny weather, many donned frocks in vibrant hues of pinks and yellows, while some opted for softer floral patterns.
Others opted for bodycon dresses in a rainbow of colours, amping up the glamour with bouncy blow drys, fake tans and lashings of mascara and false eyelashes.
And not to be outdone, men also put their best fashion foot forward in stylish suits.
Smiling through the rain! Two revellers were seen sheltering beneath one jacket as they enthusiastically arrived at the racecourse
After the sun came back out, groups shed their coats for their slinky dresses and smart suits and strutted their stuff at the racecourse
The Jack & Jones and JJXX Best Dressed Competition will take place along alongside racing, with €500 for the Best Dressed Guy and Best Dressed Girl, and lots of runner up prizes
While many of the gents opted for smart suits in a multitude of colours, the ladies donned slinky dresses with trendy leather jackets
And it’s not just the girls! Many of the men attending the races appeared enthusiastic as they arrived for the exciting day at the event (left and right)
Many revellers seemed overjoyed to be returning to the race today, which has been cancelled for the last two years amid the Covid-19 pandemic
Dressed in their finest! Many students took the opportunity to dress in their best clothing, which ranged from manacles (left) to slinky dresses (right)
Feeling lucky boys? The races is an annual event in the student calendar in Dublin and often sells out (pictured, four attendees)
As students arrived at the venue, they could be seen ordering beers and signing up to the best dressed competition (pictured left and right)
When brief downpours came, students could be seen sheltering beneath umbrellas as well as jackets and blankets in an effort to protect themselves from the showers.
Meanwhile there will also be live music from SPIN1038 DJs and one of Ireland top bands, Riff Shop.
The event is a sell out every year and was hotly anticipated as Leopardstown Racecourse welcomed students back after two year’s off-campus.
It is often one of the biggest events in the Dublin student calendar.
The event is a sell out every year and was hotly anticipated as Leopardstown Racecourse welcomed students back after two year’s off-campus
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