Steeplechase Tradition
Still Going Strong in Charleston, SC
When the bugle blows on a gorgeous fall Sunday in
Charleston, a beloved tradition will return, with a few new
twists in store. Steeplechase of Charleston returns to the
Holy City on November 17, as some of the nation’s fastest
horses and most agile riders jockey for generous prizes.
Horse racing in the South has a storied
past - much like the second oldest
colonized city in the United States. Ever
stylish, Charleston puts on quite a show
each year with a celebration of equestrian
tradition, fashion, and fine hospitality
(as evidenced by the elaborate
picnics guests often incorporate in their
day at the races).
This quintessential Southern event will
deliver experiential fun with horse
races, tailgating, high fashion, local
vendors, live music and more. All activations
Lifestyle
are set to ignite the excitement
and tradition of horse racing in the
South – with something fit for all ages.
EQUINE In an interesting twist, ownership of the
race has transferred to Evening Post
Industries. The owners of the oldest
daily newspaper in the South, The Post
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the most storied sports in the South. The
newspaper follows suit with many other
media companies by lending its brand
and resources to a community event.
“Steeplechase celebrates speed,
beauty, athleticism, strength, community
and more,” said P.J. Browning,
publisher of The Post and Courier. “Our
aim is to make this a must-do event
every year, and one that becomes the
signature way to experience Charleston
in the fall.”
With five races and purse money of at
least $75,000, this is the last race of the
official National Steeplechase Association
season will put a tidy bow on the
sport for 2019.
“Steeplechase racing is a sport that
you are born loving, or you will soon
grow to love,” said Toby Edwards, race
director and former jockey. “With at
least $75,000 in purse money and an illustrious
past, Steeplechase of Charleston
is known nationwide as a superb
event. We are thrilled to work with the
entire team to continue making it a
world-class experience.”
MORE THAN A RACE:
Seasoned or new to the sport, it matters
not. Steeplechase offers much in
the way of see-and-be-seen experiences,
and Charleston kicks that all up
a notch.
Locals bring tailgating to an artform.
Each ticket allows guests to do it as
they like, either hauling a beer cooler,
or laying out the fine china, crystal and
flowing champagne.
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