​Tickets/Tailgating

ADVANCED TICKETS ON SALE NOW!!
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{ All tickets are limited availability with the exception of General Admission }

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Attending the High Hope Steeplechase has become an annual tradition for many families, groups and corporations, not to mention a Lexington tailgating favorite! There are several types of seating & pricing options for this year's event. Please refer to the map and ticket descriptions below for guidance.  All proceeds are donated to the local and state charities of High Hope.  Thank you for supporting our commonwealth and we look forward to seeing you!

• Corporate Entertainment Tent $2,500  Admits 40. Includes one 20’x20’ tent, two (8’) tables, 40 chairs and twenty preferred parking passes. Food and beverages not included. Contact the Kentucky Horse Park at 859-281-7996 for catering options or provide your own food and beverages.  No professional chefs permitted. 
• Outside Rail PremiumTailgating $600 (sold out)
• Outside Rail Preferred Tailgating $350-$395 (sold out)
• Infield Finish Line Premium Tailgating $550 - NEW THIS YEAR! Reserve a premium tailgating spot on the inside rail by the finish line (only 10 spots available). Food and beverages are not included. All tailgaters are welcome to bring their own food and beverages, or purchase a High Hope Picnic Basket.  Up to 2 people per vehicle included in the ticket price.  Additional guest preferred parking passes can be purchased for $20.  Participate in the Tailgate Competition! Two prizes awarded: Best Decorated Space and Best Menu. Each will will receive a gift certificate courtesy of our tailgate competition sponsor!​
• Infield Preferred Tailgating $350 - NEW THIS YEAR!  Reserve a preferred tailgating spot on the inside rail of the homestretch (only 70 spots available).  Food and beverages are not included. All tailgaters are welcome to bring their own food and beverages, or purchase a High Hope Picnic Basket. Up to 2 people per vehicle included in the ticket price. Additional guest preferred parking passes can be purchased for $20.  Participate in the Tailgate Competition! Two prizes awarded: Best Decorated Space and Best Menu. Each will will receive a gift certificate courtesy of our tailgate competition sponsor!
• VIP Lounge presented by Woodford Reserve and produced by the Original Maker's Club $150/person - NEW THIS YEAR!  Relax in a stylish lounge atmosphere in a private tent atop the terrace at the finish line.  Ticket includes event admission for one, an official event program, and a seated brunch at noon where guests will enjoy Southern fare, live music, Woodford Reserve Craft Cocktails, in a comfortable premium lounge space while enjoying the best views of the track.  Does NOT include parking, purchase of a preferred parking pass next to the VIP Lounge is recommended but not required.
• Member & Sponsor Pavilion- $130/person.  Ticket includes event admission for one, an official event program, and reserved seating in a covered tent atop the terrace at the finish line with Bloody Mary & Mimosa Bars, wine, beer, soft drinks and a gourmet buffet lunch.  Does NOT include parking, purchase of a preferred parking pass next to the Pavilion is recommended but not required.
• Lawn Box $275 (Admits 8).  Reservation includes one lawn box at the finish line, one (8’) table, and eight chairs.   Bring your own food and beverages or purchase a High Hope Picnic Basket!  Does NOT include parking, purchase of a preferred parking pass next to the Lawn Boxes is recommended but not required.
• Preferred Parking Pass $20 - park in a lot adjacent to the VIP Lounge, Members' & Sponsor Pavilion, Lawn Boxes, & Tailgaters
• General Admission $20/person (advanced), $10/children under 12 years (advanced).  $25/person (box office/race day).  Walk around or Tailgate!  Walk around concessions provided by the Kentucky Horse Park.  All general admission tailgaters are welcome to bring their own food and beverages or purchase a High Hope Picnic Basket! General admission tailgating spaces are first come, first served. No RV’s or buses allowed.
• High Hope Picnic Basket $225 Includes lunch for 8 people. (Example Menu)
•                  Two bottles of wine
•                  Garden Greens Salad with fresh vegetables, herb croutons and assorted dressings
•                  Caprese Salad with fresh mozzarella, basil chiffonade and honey balsamic
•                  Pasta Salad with spinach, feta and orzo
•                  Red Skin Potato Salad with sour cream and fresh chive
•                  Basil Pesto Chicken Salad Ciabatta and Smoked Beef Brisket Brioche with white cheddar and roasted red peppers
•                  Chef’s fresh baked cookies
• Greek Town in the Infield ($10 admission with college ID) -  NEW THIS YEAR!  A Fraternity & Sorority Village where students can enjoy a live DJ, four on four Knockerball Games, corn hole tournaments, frisbee golf and University camaraderie.