Tryon Block House Steeplechase

Bring friends to celebrate with picnics, sundresses, elegant hats, tailgating, and the sounds and sights of thoroughbreds thundering past. The Tryon Block House is the longest-running steeplechase in North Carolina, occurring continuously since 1947. The National Steeplechase Association sanctions four of the races.

It is rain or shine since these races are on a circuit and cannot be rescheduled. Sorry, no betting.

Gates open at 10 AM and the races begin at 12:30 PM, then happen every 35 minutes.

There will be craft beer tents. You can bring your own beer, wine, and food for tailgating.

A food truck with limited items will be available, so bring your own food and drink if you have specific preferences.