Gala, horse racing part of IPVS Congress social program

The social program for the 24th International Pig Veterinary Society (IPVS) Congress and 8th European Symposium of Porcine Health Management (ESPHM) includes a gala and an evening of horse racing and music.

The social program for the 24th International Pig Veterinary Society (IPVS) Congress and 8th European Symposium of Porcine Health Management (ESPHM) includes a gala and an evening of horse racing and music. The jointly-held swine health event will take place June 7-10 in Dublin, Ireland.

Special social activities include the Horse Racing Night, the Gala Dinner Evening and special tours.

Horse Racing Night

The Horse Racing Night will take place on June 9 at Leopardstown Racecourse. The evening will include a combination of food, music, fast-paced horse races and an open air concert series encompassing all things Irish.

This is an optional night; tickets are limited and will cost ERU80 (US$87.90) per person, which includes:

  • Return coach transfer to and from the Royal Dublin Society (RDS) to Leopardstown
  • Entrance to the racecourse –  7 races at 30 minute intervals between 6 p.m. and 9 p.m.
  • EUR5 (US$5.5) tote bet
  • Stand-up buffet
  • Drink voucher
  • Open air concert after final race

Gala Dinner Evening

RDS will host the Gala Dinner Evening at 7 p.m. June 10. Located in the heart of Dublin city’s exclusive Ballsbridge area, the Gala Dinner Evening at the RDS will begin with a sit-down dinner prepared by award-winning chefs using prime locally sourced ingredients, creating a special menu that will highlight all of Ireland’s produce.

Irish entertainment will follow.

Tickets can be booked through the registration portal and cost EUR100 (US$110).

Tours and activities

In addition to the Horse Racing Night and Gala Dinner Evening, IPVS/ESPHM also has a host of tours and activities available. These include tours of Dublin, visits to countryside castles, adventure parks, sports stadiums and many more. 

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