Lexington, KY – July 17, 2015 – Only two short months ago, the Bluegrass Jockey Club underwent significant changes for the Kentucky Horse Shows, LLC’s Spring and Summer Series. The Club was relocated adjacent to the in-gate of the Rolex Stadium offering trainers and riders convenient access. Catering menus were upgraded and HD TV monitors installed broadcasting the activities in Rolex Stadium. The Bluegrass Jockey Club offers more than delicious catered meals—table holders will have access to VIP parking for golf carts and cars, seating for six, as well as complimentary wireless Internet. Tables are still available for the Kentucky Summer Series. Do not miss the opportunity to entertain in comfort with the elite seating bordering the Rolex Stadium.
Brooke USA will continue their sponsorship of the unique VIP “Oasis” lounge, located inside the Jockey Club. This area allows guests to rest comfortably in a tranquil atmosphere, while offering front row seats to all the action from its ringside location, TV monitor and bar. This area is sponsored by the Brooke USA, a nonprofit organization that supports the overseas work of the Brooke, the world’s largest international equine welfare organization. The core ambition of the organization is to improve the welfare of working horses, donkeys and mules in the world’s poorest communities who often live under gruesome circumstances.
During the Kentucky Summer Horse Show, July 22-26, 2015 weekly packages for a table for six will be available each day, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Sunday, with a luncheon served for $1,000 per table. Dinner will be served on Thursday evening during the $25,000 Hagyard Lexington Classic. Tables for Saturday’s $50,000 Rood & Riddle Grand Prix are on sale separately and may be purchased by contacting Erin Morgan at 859.280.3316 or e-mail her at emorgan@roodandriddle.com.
The Kentucky Summer Classic, held July 28-August 2, 2015, offers tables for six, available Wednesday-Sunday, as well as for all evening performances. A luncheon will be served each day, and dinner will be served Thursday during the $25,000 Hagyard Lexington Classic and Saturday for the $50,000 Kentucky Summer Grand Prix. The weekly package is available for $1,200 per table.
The Bluegrass Festival will offer several packages for the Bluegrass Jockey Club and VIP Oasis Lounge. The six-day show runs from August 11-16, 2015 and offers three packages to best accommodate the highlight events of the week.
The Complete Package is available for $2,000 with tables available Wednesday-Sunday and for all evening performances. A luncheon will be served each day, while breakfast will be offered on Friday morning during the first round of the USHJA International Hunter Derby Championship. Dinner will be served Friday evening during the $25,000 Hagyard Lexington Classic and Sunday during the $40,000 Bluegrass Festival Grand Prix. Beginning at 4 p.m. on Saturday, a full bar and drink service will be available along with served hors d’oeuvres from 5-6 p.m., with dinner following at 7:30 p.m.
If you are solely interested in the Bluegrass Festival hunter highlights, especially the USHJA International Hunter Derby Championship, the Derby Championship Package is a great option for you. For only $1,200 VIP table holders will have a table for six available during the Derby competitions on Friday morning and Saturday after 4 PM. Breakfast will be available on Friday morning during the first round of the USHJA International Hunter Derby Championship, and drink service will begin at 4 p.m. with hors d’oeuvres and dinner following shortly after.
The “Jumper Package” provides the best seating in the stadium for the highlight events, including the $25,000 Hagyard Lexington Classic and the $40,000 Bluegrass Festival Grand Prix, sponsored by Audi of Lexington. Tables will not be available during any of the USHJA International Hunter Derby classes. Dinner will be available during Friday’s $25,000 Hagyard Lexington Classic and Sunday during the $40,000 Bluegrass Festival Grand Prix.
KENTUCKY HORSE SHOWS 2015 HORSE SHOW SERIES FAST FACTS
Events: Kentucky Summer Horse Shows, USEF National Pony Finals, Bluegrass Festival Horse Show and KHJA Horse Show, the 2015 USHJA International Hunter Derby Finals and the Pre Green Incentive Championship.
What: The Kentucky Horse Show LLC's 2015 series includes five weeks of top competition throughout the summer. These premier hunter/jumper competitions host the Hagyard Challenge Series with seven grand prix competitions that culminate with a Leading Rider Award, as well as the Hallway Feeds National Derby Series.
Where: Kentucky Horse Park, Lexington, KY, site of the 2010 Alltech FEI World Equestrian Games™. Home to the United States Equestrian Federation.
When: NORTH AMERICAN JUNIOR & YOUNG RIDER CHAMPIONSHIPS – July 14-19, 2015
KENTUCKY SUMMER HORSE SHOW – July 22- 26, 2015 $25,000 Hagyard Lexington Classic $25,000 Under 25 Grand Prix $50,000 Rood & Riddle Kentucky Grand Prix $5,000 Hallway Feeds USHJA National Hunter Derby WCHR Member Event
KENTUCKY SUMMER CLASSIC – July 28- August 2, 2015 $25,000 Hagyard Lexington Classic $50,000 Kentucky Summer Grand Prix sponsored by GGT Footings $5,000 Hallway Feeds USHJA National Hunter Derby
2015 USEF PONY FINALS - August 4-9, 2015
BLUEGRASS FESTIVAL HORSE SHOW - August 11-16, 2015 USHJA International Hunter Derby Championship USHJA Pre-Green Incentive Championship $25,000 Hagyard Lexington Classic $40,000 Bluegrass Festival Grand Prix sponsored by Audi of Lexington $5,000 Hallway Feeds USHJA National Hunter Derby WCHR Member Event
KHJA HORSE SHOW - August 19-23, 2015 $10,000 Hagyard Welcome Stake $30,000 KHJA Grand Prix $5,000 USHJA National Hunter Derby
Sponsors: A special thanks to the generous sponsors of the Kentucky Summer Series: Hagyard Equine Medical Institute, Hallway Feeds, Hollow Creek Farm, GGT Footing, Rood and Riddle, Visse Wedell, Audi of Lexington, Sleepy P Ranch, CWD, Farm Vet, Dietrich Insurance, Take2 Thoroughbred Program, and the Official Hotel The Clarion
Hours: 8am – 5pm daily
Parking: Horse Show Exhibitors may purchase a weekly parking pass at the main Horse Park entrance for $15.00. Dogs are permitted at the Kentucky Horse Park on a leash.
Directions: The Kentucky Horse Park is located 8 miles northeast of Lexington, Kentucky at Exit 120 on Interstate 75.
Information: Before Show – (859) 233-0492, Email: hakshows@earthlink.net During Show - Telephone: (859) 281-7979, Fax: (859) 231-6097 Stabling – Pat Duncan (503) 510-8797 Stable office – Before Show: (503) 510-8797 , During Show: (859) 255-0605 Prize List Advertising - Email Cindy Bozan at cindy@kentuckyhorseshows.com or call (859) 608-3709 Vendors - Email Cindy Bozan at cindy@kentuckyhorseshows.com or call (859) 608-3709 Shownet – www.shownet.biz Website: www.kentuckyhorseshows.com
Shopping: Vendors offering equestrian equipment, apparel, jewelry and home furnishings are located adjacent to the Stonelea Ring.
Hotels: CLARION HOTEL (http://www.clarionhotellex.com) (Formerly Holiday Inn North) – 859-233-0512 – Approximately 4 miles (OFFICIAL HOTEL) Discover the place where elegant comfort in an ideal location meets excellent service and affordability. At the Clarion Hotel Lexington, you'll find well-appointed accommodations with options of double/doubles, double queens, king rooms or suites, exceptional amenities such as our free hot breakfast buffet, and Southern hospitality at its finest. The best hotel for Keeneland - Located in the heart of Kentucky's Bluegrass Region—home of the Kentucky Horse Park, the Lexington Convention Center, University of Kentucky, and the Kentucky Bourbon Trail— our Lexington hotel is on Newtown Pike at Exit 115 on I-75, close to all the big attractions, and is the perfect place to stay whether you're here to get down to business or have some fun. Best of all, bring your furry friends for any trip because the Clarion Hotel in Lexington is also pet-friendly.
CAMPGROUND RESERVATIONS: Reservations may not be made through the Horse Show office. To reserve a campsite at the Kentucky Horse Park for any of the horse shows, please call the Campground store at (800) 370-6416 or 859-259-4157 or email Ryan McGaughey at Ryan.mcgaughey@ky.gov.. Be specific as to the show name and the dates you wish to stay. Check-in time is 2:00 p.m. and checkout is 12:00 noon. You must make arrangements with the Campground store if you plan to arive earlier than 2:00 p.m. or stay later than 12:00 noon. Vehicles that are not removed from a campsite by check-out time will be towed.
