THE VIRGINIA GOLD CUP CELEBRATES 84 YEARS

Submitted by: Laurie Smith
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Email Address: laurie.smith(at)telecommuting.net
Date Added: 3/25/2009

One of the nation’s largest steeplechase races celebrates its 84th anniversary this year on Saturday, May 2, 2009. Approximately 45,000 people will gather at Great Meadow in The Plains, Virginia to socialize and watch some of the finest horses in the world compete over the lush green course. Held every year on the first Saturday in May (the same day as the Kentucky Derby), the Virginia Gold Cup enjoys a spectacular setting in the heart of Virginia horse country with the Blue Ridge Mountains serving as the backdrop.


Race day features seven hurdle and timber horse races, Jack Russell Terrier races, tent, tailgate and hat contests, and over 30 vendor booths for shopping.



Great Meadow
5089 Old Tavern Road
The Plains, VA 20198-2552


Saturday, May 2, 2009

Gates open at 10 a.m. with pre-race entertainment starting at 11 a.m.

General admission car passes are $75 in advance, $85 the week of the race (allows entry of car and up to 6 occupants).



Directions: Great Meadow is located just 45 minutes west of Washington, DC and is in close proximity to Dulles International Airport. To get there from Washington, DC, take I-66 west to The Plains exit. Turn left at the end of the ramp onto The Plains Road (Route 245 south); follow signs to Great Meadow which will be on your left.

Call 540-347-2612 for additional information or visit the web site at www.vagoldcup.com.

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