Planning Your Day

PHYSICAL ADDRESS:

When planning your tailgate please consider our sponsors:

11407 Constitution Highway, Montpelier Station, VA 22957

PLEASE NO GRILLS OR OPEN FIRES, see below.

Gates Open 9 AM
Terrier Races 10:30 AM
First Post time 12:30 PM

Last Post Time – approximately 4:30 PM

Race Day Activities:

Jack Russell Terrier Races – near the flat track at 10:30 AM

Entries will be available in August for Terrier Races AND Mutts and More. More information and entry form.

Stick Horse Races – pre-enter at the Montpelier Tent prior to 11:15. For children 2-11, on the Racecourse in front of the Race Towe

Tailgate Contest – no entry fee, just let the office know prior to race day that you would like to be judged, we need your location 540-672-0014 or email info@montpelierraces.org. Great prizes and lots of fun ! More information can be found on our Race Day Information page and Facebook.

here are some great tailgating tips from our Tailgate Sponsor Wine and Country Living

A Day at the Races

Hat Contest – Always a big hit and right after the second race on the racecourse in front of the Race Tower. Judged on elegance, or best race theme, even a group prize! Sponsored by Dubarry of Ireland. More information can be found on our Race Day Information page.

Start your Christmas shopping early! Unique and interesting shopping in our Vendor Village from hats and apparel to gifts to original art. Watch this space for a list of 2021 Vendors.

And here are some tips from the experts at Wine & Country Living on how to do the Races in style!

Festive Horse Race Traditions

PLANNING

We want your race day to be perfect. To help you plan your party, or your stay near Orange, we have provided a list of some services you might require. You may also call the office at 540 – 672 – 0014 if you have planning questions.