The Impact of Corporate Supporters Like Loudoun Mutual
Much has been said about event sponsors. We are all familiar with stadiums bearing the names of businesses, such as Ford Field in Detroit and Coors Field in Denver. Closer to home, we have the Ting Pavilion in Charlottesville. The mention of a corporate-named stadium, broadcast over TV or radio, brings instant name recognition. Positive fan experiences, ideally repeated with each visit, help to cement long-term consumer relationships. Recently, technology has allowed sponsor names and messages to be changed electronically along the insides of arenas at hockey games, or projected onto the floors of basketball games. Through these exposures, we are constantly reminded of sponsor partnerships.
How to Tailgate Like a Pro at the Montpelier Races
One of the most exciting aspects of Race Day is the highly contested Tailgate Contest, where participants showcase their creativity and culinary skills, all in good spirit. However, even if you're not feeling particularly competitive, creating a fantastic tailgate experience is a wonderful way to enjoy the day and make lasting memories. Here are some tips to ensure your Montpelier Races tailgate is a winner.
Exploring the Fascinating History of Horse Race Hats
Hats and horse racing go hand-in-hand and as such, is celebrated with a Contest that gives everyone a chance to show off their millinery finery. From the sublime to the slightly ridiculous, all hats are welcome! No pre-entry required. Judging in several categories including children's entry, gentlemen's entry, and group entry. Just choose which aligns best with your design.
From Service to Sportsmanship: Orange County Junior ROTC Volunteers at the Races
The JROTC of Orange County High School has been invaluable help to the Montpelier Races for many years. After any big event, there is a lot of trash generated and while our crowd is very considerate of our beautiful historic grounds, thank you!, there is still the need for trash removal. And the JROTC takes on this task. As part of the Orange community, we are happy to support programs and opportunities like the JROTC which are such valuable opportunities for our secondary students.
Jack Russell Terrier Races: A Not to be Missed Steeplechase Tradition
The Jack Russell Terrier Races at Montpelier Races are the first event of the day, starting at 10:15am and they draw a great crowd of enthusiastic spectators. We have a loyal “stable” of participants including one dog who raced here for about 13 years, Mr. Niblett. At his passing his owners honored him with a perpetual trophy and the Mr. Niblett Memorial Race for Senior Dogs is always highly contested.
The Montpelier Hunt Races are tied to Virginia’s Rich History
We are very proud of the History surrounding the Montpelier property, all the different stories and timelines that are represented here. The first residents, the Madison Family, built the original home and began farming the land.
Virginia’s Secretariat Connection
This year marks the 50th anniversary of Secretariat’s magnificent Triple Crown victory, which was the first after a dry spell of 25 years. The public had begun to wonder if it was still possible. And then Secretariat more than delivered, breaking a track record in each race and winning the Belmont with an astonishing 31 lengths. He was a phenomenon, a wonder horse, and he belongs to Virginia in a unique way.