Illinois Equine Humane Center ‘Barnyard Bash’

Illinois Equine Humane Center 47W635 Beith Road, Maple Park, IL, United States

The nonprofit equine rescue, rehabilitation, and adoption organization is dedicated to helping horses in need and improving the welfare of horses in general. The “Barnyard Bash” is an opportunity for the public to lend its support to ILEHC’s equine rescue efforts, and learn about horses, all while having a fun-filled day at the farm. The event includes a silent auction featuring gift baskets, vacation packages, local experiences, and more. The event also includes live music by the band Outpatience, as well as Dave’s Slow Food Trucks and Sweet Station, raffles, games, a bouncy house, a kids agility course, a visit from Maple Park Fire Department, and more.   Cost is $20 or $10 for ages 6 to 12. For information, visit www.ilehc.org or email info@ilehc.org.

2024 VIP King’s Plate

Woodbine Racetrack

Witness North America’s longest run stakes race during the 165th running of the King’s Plate. The winner of this VIP experience will receive:  Table for six (6) and seating in the Royal Enclosure* Northern Dancer Room invitation for six (6) following the King’s Plate Six (6) HPI $20.00 betting vouchers Woodbine backstretch tour Tour of TAA-accredited LongRun Thoroughbred Retirement Society Added Bonus: David Dunkley feather fascinator from “Taking Flight” collection *Seating availability in royal enclosure is subject to royal attendance Donated by: Woodbine Entertainment Group, LongRun Thoroughbred Retirement Society, David Dunkley Fine Millinery

Empire of Hope

Horseshoe Indianapolis 4300 N Michigan Rd, Shelbyville, IN, United States

Thoroughbred Aftercare Alliance will be honored with a race on the undercard of the "Empire of Hope" day at Horseshoe Indianapolis. The Thoroughbred Aftercare Alliance Allowance Race 8 will be run at 8:30 PM ET.

CKRH: Open Barn

Central Kentucky Riding for Hope 4185 Walt Robertson Rd, Lexington, KY, United States

  You're invited to CKRH's 1st Annual Open Barn Day! Bring all your friends and family to learn more about programs at CKRH. Come visit our facility located in the Kentucky Horse Park, and learn all about Central Kentucky Riding for Hope, what we do, who we serve, and how you can get involved! There will be opportunities to find out about other community resources for participants along with fun demonstrations you can participate in. Enjoy a relaxing morning here at the barn, take a tour of the facility with one of our staff, meet all our lovely horses, and watch a lesson demonstration. For a small donation, you can even be a part of a "Minis & Me" lesson that morning. We will have free popsicles and water for guests to enjoy, and food will be available for purchase. This event is free to attend and all are welcome. Please kindly RSVP below so we can plan accordingly. Feel free to share this with anyone you think might be interested. We're excited to see you there!

DEFHR: Horsemanship Lessons with Sara Strauss & Leigha Schrader

Days End Farm Horse Rescue 1372 Woodbine Road, Maryland, United States

Registration includes a 1-hour semi-private lesson with one of DEFHR's trainers; Pairings and instructor are to be decided based on experience and personal goal setting. All levels and abilities welcome! DEFHR horses are available for borrow (groundwork lesson only) OR trailer in your equine partner (groundwork and/or riding lesson). Lesson time slots will be determined after registration via email. Come for just your time slot, or come for the whole day and audit with your fellow clinic participants! About our Trainers: Sara Strauss has been DEFHR's Head Trainer for over 15 years, bringing a wealth of knowledge and experience in everything horses. She is known for her quiet communication and has worked in a variety of disciplines, from dressage to western riding. Sara is passionate about educating the adult horse person on ways to better communicate with horses, whether it is on the ground or under saddle. Her focus is on biomechanics and body position, both in and out of the saddle. Wherever you are on your horsemanship journey, Sara is ready to meet you where you are at. Leigha Schrader's passion for DEFHR and the rescue horse shines through in everything she does. Leigha's training methods focus on finding balance in all areas of horsemanship. She incorporates positive reinforcement, clicker training, and liberty/trick training into her programs. Leigha is passionate about starting horses ethically from the ground up and showcasing how amazing rescue horses can be through her liberty performance work. Under saddle, Leigha has found success on the local and rated Hunter/Jumper circuits. She enjoys teaching compassionate horsemanship, both in and out of the saddle!   FEE: $75/person

2024 VIP Pacific Classic

Del Mar Racetrack 2260 Jimmy Durante Blvd., Del Mar, CA, United States

Visit Del Mar, “Where the Turf Meets the Surf,” and be a part of the richest and most prestigious race, the Grade 1 Pacific Classic. Winners of this VIP experience will receive:  Turf Club table for four (4) Two (2) VIP parking passes VIP pre-race tour of the paddock Winner’s Circle access for Thoroughbred Aftercare Alliance race Added Bonus: $100 gift certificate to Pacifica Del Mar *Date subject to change Donated by: Del Mar Thoroughbred Club

After the Races: Gala

Martin's West 6817 Dogwood Rd, Baltimore, MD, United States

After the Races is planning its biggest event yet and it's coming to you in the form of the After the Races GALA on September 6, 2024 at the gorgeous Martin's West venue in Baltimore, MD. The Event There's no requirement to be a horse person to enjoy the "event of all events!" This is going to be one amazing gala with a three-course, plated dinner, an open bar, and plenty of entertainment. Take advantage of photo ops to send back to friends back home. Let your competitive side run wild when we host a live auction of some amazing trips, artwork, jewelry, and other offerings. Throw some tickets into the raffles and bid on some silent auction items while you're at it and it all goes to a good cause! The Location There's no requirement to be local to attend this event! Located at the gorgeous Martin's West in Baltimore, it is centrally located on the East Coast. People are flying in from all over the country just to attend the ATR Gala! BWI is just 20 minutes away and there are two hotels within crawling distance of the venue. We guarantee you are going to be blown away by the atmosphere and energy of this event and we could not be more excited to see you there.   Contact Grace for tickets and tables. 585-748-8113 gracef802@gmail.com Contact Bonnie for sponsorships and item donations! 919-741-9819 info@aftertheraces.org

2024 VIP Virginia Derby Day

Colonial Downs Racetrack 10515 Colonial Downs Pkwy, New Kent, VA, United States

Visit Colonial Downs, home of the Secretariat Turf Course and be a part of Virginia’s Derby Day! The winner of this VIP experience will receive:  Table for six (6) in the 1609 Restaurant, includes food and non-alcoholic drinks. VIP Paddock Access prior to the Thoroughbred Aftercare Alliance race. Winner’s Circle access and present the trophy for the Thoroughbred Aftercare Alliance race. Six (6) souvenir gift bags. Added Bonus: Meet and greet with track announcer Jason Beem.   Donated by: Colonial Downs