The event was formerly held at
Phoenix Park in early September. For a period it was run over 7 furlongs and classed at Listed level. The race was transferred to Leopardstown and switched to late October in 1991. It was cut to 6 furlongs in 1993, and from this point it took place in early June. It was moved to July in 1999. The Silver Flash Stakes reverted to 7 furlongs in 2007. It was promoted to Group 3 status in 2008. ==Records==