The NOT TO BE MISSED music event is back! The Days End Farm annual benefit concert welcomes back to Maryland's premier horse farm, The 19th Street Band with friends, Patty Reese & Band, on the front lawn at the new Arts & Education Pavilion affectionately called "The Hitching Post". This years concert will pay tribute to Day End Farm's late founder, Kathy Schwartz-Howe, who passed away earlier this year where they'll honor her incredible legacy throughout the farm and with music. Enjoy popular food trucks, beer & wine, lawn games, and farm tours to meet the rescue horses – there is something for the whole family!! Book a day out in the country (at our Woodbine, MD facility) and watch the sunset over our fields, while swaying to the music of arguably 2 of the best groups of musicians in the area! Enjoy yourself while knowing ALL money raised goes to the horses and allows us to continue life-saving work in the community. What can I expect? Great music by the 19th St Band and Patty Reese & Band 3 popular food trucks serving the best of food truck gastronomy Hops for Horses Beer Garden serving seasonal brews and wine Tours of the farm to see firsthand the great work DEFHR does Shopping area featuring the latest DEFHR swag and silent auction items Lawn games for family fun Fire pits & s'mores 3:30PM: Gates Open 4:00PM-6:00PM: Patty Reese & Band 6:00PM-Close: The 19th Street Band Food trucks joining are: TBD General Admission - $25/person At the gate - $40/person Kids 12 and under are free PARKING entrance is at the adjacent former Lisbon Firehouse and is1st come 1st serve until the lots are FULL! SEE GUEST PARKING MAP BELOW. You may bring small blankets or lawn chairs. There will be seating and picnic tables available, so not a requirement. About the Bands: The 19th Street Band: Characterized by high energy and strong vocal harmonies, The 19th Street Band brings together a constellation of Americana, country and rock with a taste of punk. They ignite an audience with their passion for music, their magnetic presence and enthusiasm. Bridging the musical traditions of bluegrass and roots from Ireland to the Appalachian, their eclectic gypsy-rock spirit literally leaps from the stage and engages the crowd in the music. Patty Reese: Known for her Americana Blues style, Mid-Atlantic favorite Patty Reese has won 17 Washington Area Music Association awards including Artist and two time Songwriter of the Year. Her virtuosic, dynamic vocal ease, solid guitar work, and engaging stage presence has audiences and critics alike giving high praises and asking for more! For more information visit: DEFHR.org

Sport of Kings Challenge Wednesday, September 20Location: OK State FairHunter/Jumper OnlySign up, requirements and more: www.horseshowconsulting.comAll proceeds benefit Thoroughbred Athletes Inc; a 501c3 nonprofit dedicated to the aftercare, rescue, rehabilitation, retraining and rehoming of off the track thoroughbred racehorses.

Enjoy a projector movie under the stars surrounded by The Kentucky Equine Adoption Center horses! Maybe the horses will even talk back to the film : ) Let the aroma of the last night of summer and the sweet sound of horses nearby fill the air as you sit back and watch the show. Our first showing will be Spirit: Stallion of the Cimarron (G). Tickets: $10 each and includes popcorn. Please purchase at the gate or online. Click here for tickets. Soft drinks and treats will also be available for purchase. We will have traditional chair seating available, but please feel free to bring your own seat! See you on the farm!

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   Date: September 23, 2023  Location: 11350 Constitution Hwy, Montpelier Station, VA 22957  Time: 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM Join VTP for their Annual Barn Party, where they come together to celebrate, have a great time, and make a meaningful difference in the lives of Thoroughbred horses. Every year, this event benefits the Virginia Thoroughbred Project (VTP), a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to the aftercare of these magnificent animals. The VTP, located on the historic grounds of James Madison’s Montpelier, is committed to providing a lifetime of tranquility for Thoroughbreds whose racing careers were cut short by injury or who were not suitable for the demanding sport. With their tireless efforts, the VTP ensures these horses receive the care, love, and support they need and by attending their Annual Barn Party, you will directly contribute to the VTP’s mission and join them in setting the gold standard for Thoroughbred aftercare in Virginia.  

New Stride Thoroughbred Adoption Society will be hosting supporters, donors, friends and families of New Stride for an afternoon at the races. Hastings Racecourse New Stride Thoroughbred Adoption Society

Join the Secretariat Center for their annual fundraiser, this year at Jonabell Farm! 3333 Bowman Mill Road, Lexington, KY     The annual Secretariat Center Bluegrass Brunch and Bubbles Fundraiser is headed to a destination location this year and will be hosted at the picturesque Jonabell Farm! This is a once in a lifetime opportunity to meet some of the most famous Thoroughbreds in racing history while also supporting horses in transition to finding second careers after racing. They will have: Bluegrass Brunch including bottomless mimosas Artwork & music Silent auction Tours, stallion viewings & more Tickets for the Secretariat Center Brunch and Bubbles at Jonabell Farm will also include general admission tickets to Keeneland Racetrack for the day, swag bags filled with amazing gifts from sponsors, as well as a southern breakfast and award winning good times. Click here for more info.