The LAST SATURDAY OF EVERY APRIL. Check out all our tailgating areas to find just the right area for you, your friends, and your family. The 2019 schedule includes: Gates opens at 10 a.m.

# Bottomless Bourbon, Rum, Tequila, Gin and Vodka Bar at the Crest Tailgate area. Both meets had to cancel their live events—Aiken on March 23 and the Queen’s Cup on this coming Saturday—to protect the health and safety of their patrons as the new coronavirus pandemic spread rapidly through the United States.On its Facebook, YouTube, and Instagram pages, the Queen’s Cup will feature five races from its 2019 meet. For the past few years, our younger patrons have asked for an all-inclusive “tailgate” package that took care of everything, including transportation. We’re proud to announce The Treehouse. Give us a ring and we’ll happily walk you through the options. Register for a free stick horse kit at “We will put together two kits, one for older kids and one for younger kids,” said Tracy Seconi, the program manager for Aiken Center for the Arts. # CREST Infield Tailgate Area (We have 4 spaces beside each other) # Please feel free to bring anything else you wish to bring such as other food or alcohol. by Cathy Martin. Steeplechase Horse Racing, Tailgating, Hat Contests, Live Music and much more! It is important to note that the erection of the screens around a horse are designed to calm a fractious horse while also allowing the professionals to work in a calm and quiet environment.
It brings out a large diverse group of people. Queen’s Cup Co-chair Bill Price invited Queen’s Cup fans to create events in their backyards while observing social-distancing precautions.

“We will also make videos to show people how to make their stick horses.”A large part of the Spring Steeplechase is the Vendor’s Market, which brings local businesses to racetrack to show off their goods.

Of course, there are always events which happen that cannot be foreseen.

At the start of every race, each horse is once again observed by the Vet and again, any inconsistencies or question of soundness are brought to the attention of the starter and the Presiding Steward.Any horse who comes into the care of the veterinary staff at Queen’s Cup could not be in better hands.
The Queen’s Cup Steeplechase, produced by the non-profit Charlotte Steeplechase Foundation, is the biggest tailgating and equestrian event in the Charlotte region and North Carolina where the stars, of course, are the horses. # Catered Lunch and Dessert (restaurant TBA). Any question of soundness are immediately brought to the attention of the horse’s trainer and reported to the Presiding Steward who, with the input of the vets, make a determination as to whether the horse is sound to run. According to Bill and Carrington Price, it’s not really all about the horses.

The meet benefits the Alzheimer’s Foundation.Queen’s Cup Co-chair Bill Price invited Queen’s Cup fans to create events in their backyards while observing social-distancing precautions.“Don your Saturday finest (bowties and sunhats encouraged), set up a pop-up tailgate in your backyard for your family, or simply sip on a Mint Julep alongside friends and family via Zoom,” he said in a Facebook message.

Tailgating & tradition. However, if you don’t want to spend extra then we have another great option for you is Home Queen Beach Cup Holder with Pocket, Multifunctional Sand Cup Holder for Beverage Phone Sunglass Key, Beach Accessory Drink Sand Coaster, Set of 4 (Teal, Orange, Blue and Pink).

“No matter what this year’s virtual The Aiken Steeplechase Association and Alison South Marketing Group have partnered to bring people together virtually on May 2 for Aiken’s Virtual Steeplechase. Vehicle restrictions apply.These Tailgating spaces come with an umbrella table and accommodate 1 car. Queen's Cup Steeplechase. We are mixing things up and we ask for everyone’s patience as we navigate through learning, once again, a new way of doing business.

Some tailgating sections are already sold out and several other options only have a few spaces left.One popular tailgating option is the Millennial’s Treehouse. Tailgating spots range from $150 to $695 for groups of 12 and 14 people. The online event will allow Aiken Steeplechase fans an opportunity to enjoy horse racing (with stick horses), spring fashion, and tailgating from the comfort and safety of their own homes.“Every year, the Steeplechase brings people from Aiken and all over the country to socialize, tailgate, and show off those amazing hats, bow ties, and pants,” said Jessica Miller, Aiken Steeplechase’s event manager. By uploading photos to Knowing that everyone who wants to participate might not have the materials to make stick horses, the Aiken Center for the Arts will donate kits to build 100 stick horses. The Queen's Cup Steeplechase is one of Charlotte's most anticipated events each year. Guests may park for Free in General Admission and take the Free shuttle to the designated drop off closest to your tailgate, or you may purchase VIP parking for your guests.

Queen's Cup Steeplechase Experience the biggest & best lawn and tailgating party in North Carolina!

Bring some comfortable shoes if you plan on walking because the terrain is hilly and flows. by Queen's Cup Location ... TAILGATING (Paddock, Meadows Rail, Valley View, Meadows Back Row, Withers, Crest, Old Hill Top, Croup) LAWN BOXES (Private Lawn Box, Semi-Private Lawn Box) LARGE GROUPS & NON PROFITS (Chase Tents, Sponsor Tents, Club House Turn, Spring House Row, Heart Break Hill) Y ou feel a swoosh of air on your face as they rush by. Tailgating spots range from $150 to $695 for groups of 12 and 14 people. These Tailgating spaces come with a 10×10 tent and accommodate 1 car.