Virginia Gold Cup - Race Day Information
Saturday, May 3, 2025
Saturday
May 3, 2025

Race Day Information

Tents

Enjoy up-close viewing where you will feel the horses thundering hooves as they race by your party or a tent on prestigious Members Hill.

Tickets

Pack your own picnic basket or purchase food and beverages in the Tavern Tents and enjoy a day of thrilling steeplechase racing.

Race Day Activities

Race day activities include terrier races, shopping, hat contests, tailgate contests, and some of the best steeplechase racing you'll find anywhere.

Wagering

You can now easily place bets on race day with our terminals as well as our mobile app.

Gold Cup History

The legendary annual Virginia Gold Cup steeplechasing classic, now run before a sellout crowd of over 50,000 people, comes from much simpler beginnings.

Race Day Schedule

10:00 AM - Gates Open
10:30 AM - Concession Areas Open

Sponsorships

Increase awareness of your company's products and services. Over 8,000 purchase the Official Race Program

Hospitality

Our race day partners can provide catering, ice, security, transportation, and equipment.