Racing returns to Roscommon on Monday, for an all flat card, with the first of seven races due off at 5.20pm.
This is Londis Family Day and it is the second year that the Londis shops in Roscommon town are sponsoring what promises to be a great night for all the family.
There is lots of free entertainment for the children, such as pirate boat train, tea cup ride, face painting, and the disco dome. Once again children under 16 have free admission. This is the last chance for the children to go racing at Roscommon before they return to school, and Ireland's leading jockeys and trainers will be in attendance.
Roscommon Racecourse receives great support from the local business community and sponsors next week include Murray Ambulance, Eurona Brisknet, Londis Roscommon, Hydrotech Water Teatment Ltd, the Cleary family, Foran Equine, and the EBF. Gerry Gill Motors sponsors the prize for the hard-working grooms for the best turned out horse in each race and there will be music in the main bar after the second last race with Billy Garvin.
Racegoers can avail of a special voucher for €35, which includes admission, race card, two course meal, and a €10 betting voucher. The racecourse also offers a discount for group bookings. Check out Roscommon Racecourse on Facebook or visit www.roscommonracecourse for updates.