The International Gold Cup Races are presented by:
The Virginia Equine Alliance is a non-profit, 501 (c) 6 organization which is comprised of the Virginia Harness Horse Association, the Virginia Horsemen’s Benevolent & Protective Association, the Virginia Gold Cup Association, and the Virginia Thoroughbred Association. The purpose of the Virginia Equine Alliance is to sustain, promote, and expand the horse breeding and horse racing industries in the Commonwealth of Virginia.
The Virginia Horsemen's Benevolent and Protective Association (VHBPA) is a non-profit membership organization that represents thoroughbred owners and trainers. The VHBPA negotiates for race days, dates, and purses, and also provides educational, recreational, health, counseling, and religious programs for back stretch workers.
The purpose of the Virginia Thoroughbred Association (VTA) is to promote the Thoroughbred horse in the Commonwealth and to serve as an advocate for its contributions to the state's agribusiness economy, as well as to the racing and breeding industry.
Race Day Activity Sponsors:
Tailgate Contest
Official Timer
Horse ServicesStable Hospitality
Official Providers:
Media SponsorsOfficial Spirits & Wine
Official Cigar
Official Landscaper
Official Technology Partner
Official Towing Company
Official VA Wine