Virginia Gold Cup
Saturday, May 3, 2008
Racing from Noon to 5 PM
Meet in Centreville to carpool at 10 AM
Great Meadow
The Plains, Virginia
Carpool from Centreville Park & Ride
14700 Lee Highway
Centreville, Virginia
Join ADSW at the South Rail of the Virginia Gold Cup, America's premiere steeplechase race.
For 83 years, the seven horse races of the Virginia Gold Cup have been an opportunity for Washingtonians to come out and play on the first Saturday in May. More than 50,000 people attended last year. Watch a YouTube video about last year's Gold Cup.
Mingle with the gentry in your sundress and hat (for ladies) or button down shirt and khakis (for gentlemen), or deck yourself out in vintage attire for a true F. Scott Fitzgerald "Gatsbyesque" look.
A rail side party tent will shelter up to 100 ADSW members and friends from rain or shine. Adjacent patios provide views of nearby jumps. The Jumbotron TV behind the tent allows exceptional viewing of the ponies throughout the race. Bring your own folding chairs; tables will be available.
Dine throughout the day on barbeque meats, side items, fruits, breads, and deserts. Quench your thirst at the open bar featuring beer, wine, cocktails, juice, soft drinks, etc.
Carpooling
We will meet at Centreville, Virginia to consolidate into carpools of five or six people with designated drivers.
Designated Driver Discounts: Sober, responsible drivers are needed to to take people from the meet point to the Gold Cup and back. Each vehicle must hold five or six people, so SUVs, station wagons, minivans, and other land yachts are preferred. Drivers will be reimbursed $20 on event day for their abstinence and gasoline. Contact Patrick to register as a driver.
Volunteer
Receive free admission when you volunteer to assist with set-up, cleanup, and work a couple of hours during the event. Volunteer slots are limited, so contact Patrick soon for details.
Order Tickets
Ticket sales have ended.
Members: $60 each. Each member may order five tickets at the member price.
Non-members: 1 for $70; 2 for $135; 3 for $195; 4 for $250; 5 for $305
Join ADSW and pay the discounted member's price for your tickets at most events. ADSW members enjoy many benefits. Membership costs $35 for singles or $50 for couples.
Important Information
The Art Deco Society of Washington purchase/refund and legal policy: Notice - In the interests of safety, provisions of law, and the family spirit of this event, the holder of this ticket and others admitted under it are advised and do agree as a condition of purchase that: grills, boomboxes, glass containers, open fires, dogs, other pets, public intoxication, use of illegal substances and soliciting are strictly prohibited; violation will result in confiscation, arrest or eviction from the property. The purchaser, the holder of each ticket, or any other guest of Great Meadow acknowledges the risks associated with attendance at this event and accepts any and all risks and dangers of injury and/or death that may occur as a result of transportation or attendance at this event, and hereby releases the Great Meadow Foundation, its Trustees, and employees, and hereby releases the Art Deco Society of Washington, its officers, board members, drivers, and volunteers, from any and all claims of liability or damages. This event is held rain or shine - no refunds. Gates will close at 7 PM. Vehicles and persons must leave the grounds prior to that time. Sales or solicitation is prohibited anywhere on the grounds. Please leave nothing behind but your footprints. Tickets are not refundable.
No-one under 21 years old will be admitted. Please bring your ID.
For More Information
For more information, to volunteer, or to register as a driver, contact Patrick at askpatrick@hotpop.com.
Comments
Created March 14, 2008; Modified Saturday, May 03, 2008.