A sparkling evening of celebration awaited attendees of last week’s Killarney Races’ Ladies Day as Café du Parc teamed up with Taittinger to host an exclusive event.

The full-day event began at the racecourse, where the vibrant bar and cafe hosted its first-ever pop-up tent. Guests enjoyed Taittinger champagne, Valdo Bio Prosecco, Valdo Floral Rose, and bespoke cocktails in an oasis of greenery and florals. Attendees sipped on effervescent bubbles from the French champagne house while special guest appearances were made from best-dressed judges, Jake Carter and Karen Byrne.

Promising a fittingly post-event finale for the social event of the season, the popular Killarney hangout laid on bubbles, bites and beats. Among the guests were Aidan O’Mahony and his wife Denise Healy; Lucy Butler; and Annette O’Brien all who toasted the day with a curated selection of premium Taittinger champagnes: Brut Réserve; Prestige Rosé; and Nocturne. 

 

 

Guests also tucked into colourful trays of Monkfish Tacos, Gambas Pil-Pil, and Café du Parc Croquettes paired perfectly with race-inspired cocktails including the Rhubart Trot and Pink Canter.

A special trio rendition performance from violinist Nicole Lonergan, dynamic percussionist Darragh O’Rourke and DJ Steven Howard created an electric atmosphere that continued late into the night.