Portion of proceeds will benefit Habitat for Humanity of Greater Charlottesville
Albemarle County’s signature steeplechase racing event, the Foxfield Races return with the second steeplechase race of the National Steeplechase Association’s 2024 series. The Fall Races are a tradition for friends and families, and will take place on Sunday, October 6. Tickets are on sale now at foxfieldraces.com. Foxfield will once again partner with Habitat for Humanity of Greater Charlottesville, which will receive a portion of proceeds from tickets sold and additional philanthropic support from Foxfield’s corporate sponsors. Habitat for Humanity of Greater Charlottesville received a collective $155,194 from the 2021, 2022 and 2023 races.
“Community, conservation and steeplechase are vital to Foxfield,” said Kelsey Cox, Executive Director of Foxfield Races. “The Fall Races are a great space to welcome our growing community to enjoy the unique and spectacular steeplechase experience. We look forward to welcoming your friends, family, and colleagues on October 6.”
Foxfield, which most recently hosted the Spring Races event on April 27, hosts nationally recognized steeplechase races in the heart of Virginia, giving residents and visitors alike the opportunity to witness spectacular horse racing and enjoy the beauty of the countryside. In 1977, Mariann de Tejeda generously purchased the property for the Foxfield Racing Association and designed and built the race course. Today, the bi-annual races host upwards of 17,000 attendees and feature a strong field of horses and riders, free fun for friends and family of all ages, vendor village, local food trucks and more. The spring races will take place on Saturday, April 26, 2025.
SCHEDULE AND TICKET INFORMATION – CHILDREN AGES 12 & UNDER ARE FREE!
Tickets are on sale now with various pricing options available. General admission tickets start at $50 now through September 15 (prices increase to $60 on September 16). Free admission for children age 12 and under. The popular Foxfield 4-Pack (includes free parking) will again be available this year.
WHAT’S THE EXPERIENCE LIKE?
- Gates open at 9:30 a.m. and the first race begins at 12:30 p.m. (races run rain or shine).
- Kick off the race day excitement with the Parade of Hounds sponsored by Virginia Business. The Hounds are presented by Farmington Hunt, a local group of preservationists and animal-enthusiasts.
- A Vendor Village, food trucks, Children’s Tent and Truck Touch featuring an antique fire truck, trash truck and many more will all be open beginning at 10 a.m.
- The Children’s Tent will feature:
- Build with Habitat for Humanity of Greater Charlottesville
- Free Union Country Day School – Stick Pony made with pool noodles
- Pikasso Swig – Painting Craft
- Be a CBS19 Junior Reporter
- VDW Airplanes – Paper Airplanes
- Just outside the Children’s Tent:
- Triple C Camp – Obstacle Course
- Green Adventure Project School – Nature Exploration
- Orvis – Fish flying
- Flowers Playground – Toddler Play Yard
- Camp Holiday Trails – Inflatable Archery & Fishing
- 4-H Hoof n’ Woof – Pony Petting & Kids jumping circuit
- Charlottesville Blues Football Club – Soccer Maneuvers + Mascot and player appearances
- Dixie Pony – free pony rides
- Purchase food and drinks from vendors like Arepras on Wheels, Farmacy, Premier Baking Company, jiji Custard and Blue Ridge Pizza Company.
- The Vendor Village will also include: Buzzing Bee Coffee; Spark Studio – permanent jewelry; Foxfield merchandise; Bellavance Ink – local and whimsical art for the Charlottesville/Richmond Virginia area; Transformations – free face painting; Two Labs Coffee (bagged ground and whole bean coffee, coffee-infused chocolate bars, stoneware mugs, coffee scoops, tote bags), and more.
- For the full schedule, visit foxfieldraces.com/schedule/.
FOXFIELD’S COMMITMENT TO COMMUNITY SUPPORT
Foxfield Races has given back to the local community from the earliest days, and its dedication to continuing the tradition is strong. Foxfield is committed to not only monetarily supporting its philanthropic partners after race day, but actively engaging in their programs and work throughout the year, celebrating and supporting their community work by amplifying their messages, and spreading their missions to a broader community. The Foxfield Races fall partner is Habitat for Humanity of Greater Charlottesville, with a special focus on their Southwood neighborhood, and spring partner is Camp Holiday Trails.
CORPORATE 500 PARTNERS
As one of the top sporting events in Virginia, the Foxfield Races offer a unique opportunity for business entertainment, sponsorship, advertising, and promotions. Foxfield 500 Corporate Sponsorship offers an elevated experience to welcome corporate groups to race day in a fabulous tent by the finish line while sponsoring a race and supporting Foxfield and their philanthropic partner. For more information, please contact Kelsey Cox kelseycox@Foxfieldraces.com. The 2024 Corporate 500 Partners include: Audi Charlottesville; Brown Advisory, Faulconer Construction, Marsh McLennan Agency, Tiger Fuel and Porsche Charlottesville.
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ABOUT THE FOXFIELD RACES
The Foxfield Races conduct steeplechase racing in Albemarle County, Virginia, twice a year on property conserved under easement. The races are managed by the Foxfield Racing LLC as a subsidiary of the Garth Road Preservation Foundation, both not-for-profit 501(c)3 organizations. For more information and updated schedule details, visit www.foxfieldraces.com.
