Wellington Florida Real Estate News: Palm Beach Steeplechase is almost here! Mark your calendars and get your tickets now.
Wellington's Palm Beach Steeplechase is Saturday November 28th- the Saturday after Thanksgiving right across the street from Palm Beach International Equestrian Center.
People come from all over the world to compete and to be entertained at Steeplechase.
Of course one of the highlights is you will get to dine on our son's exquisite culinary delights that will sure to please your palette. Joshua (our second oldest son) is the executive chef at White Horse Tavern, formerly Tavern On The Green- at the Palm Beach Equestrian Club. He has already created the menus for the event. There will be several tents that will be provided for private parties for the day. If you are planning to eat at White Horse Tavern you will need to make your reservations now or else the restaurant will be totally booked. If you miss eating at the restaurant during Steeplechase make sure you get in this season to dine. Our son, no bias intended is one of the best chefs in the United States.
We anticipate thousands of people to attend this event. The Steeplechase race is so exciting to watch. We have so much fun at Steeplechase because most all the Equestrian events here in Wellington Florida are Polo events and Hunter/Jumper and Dressage events. We don't get many races here so Steeplechase adds another dimension to the venues that make Wellington Florida a first class and world famous equestrian area.
The race is like the kick off to our equestrian winter season. The top Steeplechase riders will be coming from Virginia, Pennsylvania, New Jersey and other states and many countries to compete in 5 races for a total of $200,000 in prize money.
Steeplechase was a race that began in Ireland in the 18th century where the race was from one church steeple to another. Eventually this race became popular all over the world.
The riders and their horses will race clockwise for 2.25 miles including over hurdles. This year there will be an additional race, the Celebrity Race. This is definitely an event you will not want to miss. Horse racing is always crowd pleasing.
The gates will be open for tailgaters at 9 a.m. and the first race will begin at 1 p.m.
This year there will be four designated tailgate sections. You bring your car or tent, bring your own food and drink and get ready to have a blast!
Whole Foods Market is sponsoring a tailgate contest for the most creative, most equestrian and most culinary. We also can not leave out, the most Palm Beach! This is a whole entertaining section just on its own. You should see how people go all out on decorating and preparing for this contest.
Tailgate fees- each car is charged $295 and that includes four tickets. If you want to have a tent space the fee is $395 for a 10x10 and includes 8 tickets. You can also reserve the Home Stretch Rail Chalet for $3000 which includes 40 tickets.
Other activities will include:
- A tug of war between the firefighters and the sheriff's deputies.
- A classic car parade.
- Harley- Davidson motorcycle parade.
- A local Mayors' race. A Female Hat Contest.
There are also lots of entertaining activities for the kids:
- Children's carnival. Pony
- Jugglers, Face Painters,
- Balloon Artists,
- A Petting Zoo,
- Pony Rides,
- Bounce Houses.
And don't forget about the entertaining Jack Russell Terrier Race.
General admission is $20 in advance or $25 the day of the event and children under the age of 12 are free.
Parking is $10 per car for general parking, please see above for tailgate fees. VIP parking is available for $25.
See you there!
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Wellington Florida Real Estate News: Palm Beach Steeplechase Is Almost Here! Copyright © 2009 by Katerina Gasset* all rights reserved*
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A good Steeplechase is one of the most exciting events in all of sports.
I also think a Steeplechase is an exciting event. Your son's restaurant sounds wonderful...I'll have to check it out, if I'm ever that way.
That looks like it's going to be a great event and what an awesome write up of everything to expect!
Aloha Katerina,
I can't remember where I saw my last steeple chase, It was probably Saratoga or Belmont but they are definitely a rare event these days and a must see if you enjoy equestrian events. Thanks for sharing!
Peace,
Wish I lived near. I lover horses and anything to do with them. Enjoy!
Patricia/Seacoast NH
Katerina... I, too, really enjoy steeplechase and all the ceremony surrounding them. Yours sounds like a great weekend event. Wish I could be there. Not sure which I'd enjoy more... the race or dining at the White Horse Tavern! Enjoy the day!
Katerina,
You got some cool events down there. Sounds like in a old time thriller. It is still ahead for me. In this country we managed cars, but not yet horses.
Jeez, sounds like we do it all in the wrong order? (LOL)
Love a Steeplechase. In Nashville, where we are from, the Iroquois Steeplechase is one of the highlights of the social season. It started in 1941 and is in May. Wellington's sounds wonderful. We wish your son great success.
Thank you all for your comments! Steeplechase is going to be so much fun this year! I will work hard to get great photos!
Hi Katerina -- My daughter is a hunter jumper and I've learned a bit about horses these past 6 years that she has been riding. This event sounds like a blast, too bad we didn't live locally or were nearby on vacation, we would be there with bells on!
Nestor and Katerina,
The horses in Equestrian events are just amazing. The trainers and riders are really something too. I was a recruiter for a college that had an equestrian program and was always impressed with the time and effort that goes into getting ready for showings and events. Your event sounds like a lot of fun. Can't wait to see the pictures.
Katerina- this sounds great. Loved your photos. Certainly after reading about it, it sounds like something that would be very enjoyable for other equestrian enthusiasts I know. A great plug for son too!
I love the Steeplechase Event they have in Oakbrook IL and I haven't been to it in quite a few years. This sounds like a great time.
This sounds exciting! Your photos are really wonderful as they give us a true picture of the event. I'm sure you enjoy many of your son's great culinary delights..lucky you!!