Kentucky Equine Adoption Center: Movie Night on the Farm

Kentucky Equine Adoption Center 1713 Catnip Hill Rd., Nicholasville, KY, United States

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!

Virginia Thoroughbred Project: Annual Barn Party

   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.  

Suicide Prevention Walk

Douglas County Fairgrounds 1319 Waterloo Ln, Gardenville, NV, United States

  Suicide Prevention Network and Healing Arenas are hosting an event for all to join and walk in memory of anyone affected by suicide. A path of luminaries will represent our lost loved-ones and each attendee will have the option to walk the path with or without a therapy horse. Refreshments will be provided

Woodbine Aftercare Alliance Day

Woodbine Racetrack

Woodbine Entertainment is pleased to welcome and recognize Thoroughbred Aftercare Alliance and LongRun Thoroughbred Retirement Society as part of the third annual Aftercare Alliance Day, this Sunday, October 8, at Woodbine Racetrack. Representatives from Thoroughbred Aftercare Alliance will present the winning trophy for the Nearctic Stakes, and LongRun Thoroughbred Retirement Society representatives will do the same for the Algonquin Stakes. In 2022, the International Forum for the Aftercare of Racehorses recognized Woodbine’s efforts to bring attention and support Thoroughbred aftercare at its annual conference.

Maryland Million Day

Laurel Park Race Track 198 Laurel Race Track Rd, Laurel, MD, United States

Maryland Million Day The Maryland Million is a one-day stakes program offering purses totaling $1 million, restricted to the nominated progeny of nominated stallions standing in the state. – Saturday, October 14, 2023 – Laurel Park 198 Laurel Race Track Rd, Laurel, MD 20725   **VIP Experience @ Maryland Million Day**  

Maryland Jockey Club to Benefit the Thoroughbred Aftercare Alliance

Laurel Park Race Track 198 Laurel Race Track Rd, Laurel, MD, United States

Thoroughbred Aftercare Alliance will be present this year at Maryland Million Day on Saturday, October 14, 2023. Thoroughbred Aftercare Alliance will be recognized, along with Maryland Jockey Club, with a named race on Maryland Million Day: The Maryland Jockey Club Stakes to Benefit Thoroughbred Aftercare Alliance. Thoroughbred Aftercare Alliance will also be on-site as part of the VIP experience that was auctioned off earlier this year in the “Off to the Races” campaign, designed to promote the awareness of accredited aftercare.

Secretariat Center: Bluegrass Brunch and Bubbles at Jonabell Farm

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.

Canter for A Cause

Pimlico Race Course 5201 Park Heights Ave, Baltimore, MD, United States

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