Lucky Orphans Horse Rescue Kentucky Derby Gala

Meet Thoroughbred race champions Montauk Traffic and Tiz He the One and local Millbrook bred Thoroughbred celebrity, Danebury! Post time is 6:57 pm. Come early and start the celebration with hors d’oeuvres and beverages. Watch the race LIVE at the farm while enjoying dinner, dancing and open bar. Saddle up for an unforgettable evening as Lucky Orphans Horse Rescue, a nonprofit equine sanctuary dedicated to providing a safe haven for retired Thoroughbreds, proudly presents the 150th Kentucky Derby Celebration. This year, our key fundraising event will be honoring Dutchess County Executive Sue Serino, New York Thoroughbred Breeders Executive Director Najja Thompson and Lucky Orphans’ own grant writer, Dawn Isaacson. The event is set to take place on May 4th, 2024, promising a memorable evening of horse racing, entertainment, and charitable spirit. The 150th Kentucky Derby, the first race of the Triple Crown, will be shared live at Lucky Orphans Horse Rescue. The pre-race celebration will feature hors d’oeuvres, beverages, games and live coverage of the pre-race. At post time, we will watch the Derby, cheering on our favorite horse. We invite you to come watch the race LIVE at the farm, and then enjoy dinner, live music by Way Behind the Sun, dancing and drinks. This event will create an immersive experience that not only celebrates the rich tradition of the Kentucky Derby, it will also raise awareness and support for the mission of “People Helping Horses Heal People.” After the race, guests will have the opportunity to meet retired racehorses, and hear from previous clients of the equine assisted development programs. As Lucky Orphans Horse Rescue gallops towards the 150th Kentucky Derby, the organization invites the community to celebrate the spirit of horse racing while making a positive impact on the lives of horses in need, as well as the human clients these horses help through personal mental health needs. This event promises to be a memorable experience for all, with the added satisfaction of supporting a worthy cause.

Old Friends 19th Annual Homecoming Event

March 30, 2024 – Old Friends, the Thoroughbred Retirement Farm in Georgetown, Ky., will host its 19th Annual Homecoming event on Sunday, May 5, 2024, from 12 p.m. to 4 p.m. Homecoming tickets are $50 for the general public and $25 for Old Friends 2024 Clubhouse members (children 12 and under are free). Tickets can be purchased by CLICKING HERE . Or entering the following URL in your browser: https://tinyurl.com/33k4r5fz The day will include a barbecue buffet lunch provided by Proud Mary, farm tours, live Bluegrass music, book signings, and live and silent auctions of racing memorabilia, collectible stallion halters, artwork, jewelry, books, and much more. Old Friends, a non-profit organization, is home to such retired luminaries of the turf as 1997 Kentucky Derby and Preakness winner, Silver Charm; 2012 Kentucky Derby and Preakness winner, I’ll Have Another; multiple graded-stakes winner, Lava Man; Belmont Stakes winners Touch Gold, Birdstone, and Ruler On Ice; three-time Santa Anita Handicap winner, Game On Dude; 2012 Breeders’ Cup Turf and Arlington Million winner, Little Mike; 2005 Wood Memorial winner Bellamy Road; Triple-Crown star, Patch; and two-time Breeders’ Cup Sprint winner, Stormy Liberal. The event is rain or shine. For additional information please call the farm at (502) 863-1775.   Old Friends 19th Annual Homecoming Sunday, May 5, 2024 12:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. Old Friends Farm 1841 Paynes Depot Rd Georgetown, Ky.

Old Friends 19th Annual Homecoming

Old Friends Farm 1841 Paynes Depot Rd, Georgetown, KY, United States

Barbecue buffet lunch provided by Proud Mary, farm tours, live Bluegrass music, book signings, and live and silent auctions of racing memorabilia, collectible stallion halters, artwork, jewelry, books, and much more. The event is rain or shine. For additional information please call the farm at (502) 863-1775. Tickets are $50 for the general public and $25 for Old Friends 2024 Clubhouse members (children 12 and under are free). Tickets can be purchased by CLICKING HERE . Or entering the following URL in your browser: https://tinyurl.com/33k4r5fz Old Friends Farm 1841 Paynes Depot Rd, Georgetown, KY 40324

Tee Off for Thoroughbreds

Nevel Meade Golf Club 3123 Nevel Meade Drive, Prospect, KY, United States

Join us for our second annual Tee Off for Thoroughbreds, a wonderful cause for the herd.

R.A.C.E Fund Online Auction Fundraiser

     Online Auction Fundraiser on eBay   May 10th, 2024 to May 17th, 2024  also includes Second Phase   of Hoff Private Collection Items ​ Great racing items and souveniers of champions to bid on. Saddle Cloths and more.   Auction begins at 8:00PM (EST) ​

Circle A Home For Horses: Paint and Ponies

Circle A Home For Horses 4345 Charity Neck Rd, Virginia Beach, VA, United States

Join us at Circle A for Paint and Ponies-- our horse ambassadors will serve appetizers and drinks as you paint your very own equine-inspired artwork, and meet and mingle with some of our horses! Ticket sales and the time for the event will be announced in the coming weeks.

Horsemanship Lessons with DEFHR Trainers, 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! WHEN: Saturday, May 11th (1-hour semi-private lessons TBD after registration) FEE: $75/person

2024 VIP Preakness 149

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

Celebrate an incredible weekend of racing as Baltimore’s Old Hilltop comes alive with the running of the Preakness Stakes. The winner of this VIP package will receive:  Table for four (4) at the Turfside Terrace on Black-Eyed Susan Day Table for four (4) at the Turfside Terrace on Preakness Day Two (2) Clubhouse parking passes for Friday and Saturday Four (4) tickets to the ABR Pre-Preakness Party on Wednesday Join the simulcast for a race on the Black-Eyed Susan undercard Join TAA in the Winner’s Circle for the Sir Barton Stakes on Preakness Day $100 gift certificate to Mt. Washington Tavern Added Bonus: Sunshine Tour for four (4) on Thursday before Preakness   Donated by: 1/ST Racing, America's Best Racing, Mt. Washington Tavern

America’s Best Racing Pre-Preakness Party

Thoroughbred Aftercare Alliance announced Monday that tickets are now available for the ninth annual America’s Best Racing (ABR) Pre-Preakness Party. In celebration of the 149th running of the Preakness Stakes, the ABR Pre-Preakness Party is set to be held on Wednesday, May 15, 2024, at the Mt. Washington Tavern in Baltimore, Maryland. Also, registration is now open for the silent auction associated with the event that benefits Thoroughbred Aftercare Alliance. Proceeds from the ABR Pre-Preakness Party will benefit Thoroughbred Aftercare Alliance and The Jockey Club Safety Net Foundation. The event will also strive to raise awareness for a new event partner, the Ed Brown Society, which celebrates the rich history of African-Americans in the equine industry and creates opportunities for young people of color to gain industry exposure. Sponsored by the Honorable Earle I. Mack and Lael Stables, the Pre-Preakness Party is one of the most anticipated events of Preakness week. “I am pleased to support an event that aims to holistically better our sport of horse racing, which gives us so much joy and pleasure,” said Mack. “Thoroughbred Aftercare Alliance’s accreditation program is integral to ensure our horses are cared for after working hard for us on the racetrack. The Safety Net Foundation, in helping the humans who make up the sport, truly lives up to its name. America’s Best Racing serves to grow the sports fan base. The Ed Brown Society celebrates and creates opportunities for a more racially diverse racing community. Many causes, all of them good!” Tickets for the event are now available online for $35 per person or at the door for $40 per person. The ticket price includes: One (1) complimentary drink ticket Complimentary snack platters (wings, dips, veggie, cheeses) Access to well-known horse racing personalities and handicapping experts Networking opportunity among racing enthusiasts In addition to an evening of networking, cocktails, and hors d’oeuvres, the silent auction will again be one of the main attractions of the Pre-Preakness Party. The auction items will be on display at the party location but bidding can be done either in-person or remotely. Registration for the auction is open, and items will continue to be added. The auction will open on Monday, May 13, at 10 a.m. ET, and will close promptly at the conclusion of the party on Wednesday, May 15, at 9:30 p.m. ET. “When we started this event nearly a decade ago, our mission was to celebrate the middle jewel of the Triple Crown in a setting where racing fans felt welcome to participate,” said Dan Tordjman, ABR’s manager of Partnerships. “We feel more on-mission than ever before, and we couldn’t be more excited to kick off Preakness week with everyone in the Baltimore area, as well as our friends at Thoroughbred Aftercare Alliance, Safety Net, and Ed Brown Society. We’re also grateful again for the support of our event sponsors.” To purchase tickets, register for the auction, and learn more about the event visit: thoroughbredaftercare.org/abr-pre-preakness-party

2024 VIP Canterbury Park Experience

Canterbury Park 1100 Canterbury Rd, Shakopee, Minnesota, United States

Valid any day of the 2024 Live Race Meet Experience Minnesota’s best horse racing at Canterbury Park, a favorite destination for racing and more. The winner of this VIP experience will receive:  Reserved Finish Line Clubhouse seating for six (6) Complementary admission and programs for six (6) Six (6) $25 race wagering vouchers $100 Lucky’s Gift Shot credit $125 food and beverage credit Paddock and Winner’s Circle tour led by Mark Irving & Randy Sampson Added Bonus: Watch Paul Allen call a race in the Press Box   Donated by: Canterbury Park