New Year's Day is one of the busiest betting days of the year in Ireland, with a full National Hunt racing programme, Premier League football and other sporting events all taking place on 1 January.
New Year's Day Racing in Ireland
Tramore Racecourse in County Waterford traditionally hosts one of Ireland's most popular New Year's Day race meetings. The Tramore New Year's Day fixture is a flat meeting that attracts large crowds and is a social occasion as much as a sporting one. Online betting for the full card is available at GRAI-licensed bookmakers.
Fairyhouse Racecourse in County Meath and other Irish tracks may also hold New Year's Day fixtures. Check the Horse Racing Ireland (HRI) website for the confirmed fixture list.
Premier League New Year's Day Fixtures
The Premier League holds a full round of fixtures on New Year's Day, making it one of the highest-volume football betting days of the season. Full match betting, in-play markets, accumulators and correct score markets are available at GRAI-licensed bookmakers.
Responsible Gambling Over New Year
New Year's Day is a time when recreational betting is at its peak. Set a budget before the day and use the deposit limit tools available at all GRAI-licensed bookmakers. Never bet more than you can comfortably afford to lose.
Frequently Asked Questions
New Year's Day Racing: Key Meetings & Bet Types
| Racecourse | Type | Typical Fields | Key Markets |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tramore | Flat NH | 8–12 runners | Win/EW, forecast |
| Fairyhouse | National Hunt | 10–16 runners | Handicap, novice hurdle |
| Leopardstown | National Hunt | 12–20 runners | Grade 1 feature races |
| Limerick | National Hunt | 10–16 runners | Bumpers, beginners chase |
Premier League New Year's Day: Betting Tips
- Full 10-game PL round typical on 1 January – ideal for accumulators
- Fixture scheduling is confirmed by mid-December; check official fixtures before betting
- BTTS (both teams to score) markets popular on New Year's Day given attacking intent
- In-play cash-out available at all GRAI-licensed bookmakers
New Year's Day Racing in Ireland
| Venue | Type | Note |
|---|---|---|
| Tramore Racecourse, Co. Waterford | National Hunt | Traditional holiday meeting |
| Punchestown Racecourse, Co. Kildare | National Hunt | Grade B hurdle and chase cards |
| UK - Cheltenham | NH (new year fixture) | Trials ahead of Festival |
| ITV Racing / RTE | TV coverage | Bank holiday racing broadcast in Ireland |
New Year's Day is a bank holiday in Ireland - multiple race meetings run, and betting shops are open. Tramore is the most traditionally Irish New Year's fixture, often featuring local runners. The ground in January is typically soft-to-heavy in Ireland, heavily favouring stamina-based horses with proven soft-ground form. 18+.
Yes. Tramore Racecourse traditionally holds a New Year's Day meeting. Other tracks may also hold fixtures. Check hri.ie for the confirmed programme.
Yes. All GRAI-licensed online bookmakers are available 24/7 including New Year's Day.
The Premier League holds a full round of fixtures on New Year's Day. Championship, League One and League Two in England also typically have fixtures.
Log in to your GRAI-licensed bookmaker account, go to the responsible gambling section and set a daily, weekly or monthly deposit limit. Under GRAI rules, limit reductions are effective immediately.