May is the month of the Triple Crown! Although the nearest opportunity to be a part of this huge event is the Preakness in Baltimore on May 19th, that doesnt mean you cant get into the racing fever in the local area!
This Saturday May 5th are the 87th Virginia Gold Cup Races. One of the nation's largest steeplechase races celebrates its 87th anniversary this year. Approximately 50,000 people will gather at Great Meadow in The Plains, Virginia to watch some of the finest horses in the world compete over the lush green course. The Virginia Gold Cup enjoys a spectacular setting in the heart of Virginia horse country with the Blue Ridge Mountains serving as the backdrop. Race day features six hurdle and timber horse races, Jack Russell Terrier races, contests, and over 30 vendor booths for shopping.
Can't attend this event but want to check out Loudoun County's Horse Country? No problem just check out these local horse tracks for local horse racing track. For more information please go to http://ow.ly/aEIRP.
