HAT-WORTHY EVENTS
WHEN ONE WEARS A HAT
"One becomes the dream that started when the hat was conceived. The original energy that was put into the hat doesn't die; it only changes forms and owners. The dream doesn't die; it is passed on, sometimes from generation to generation."
/ EQUESTRIAN TRADITIONS
JUNE /Look forward to resuming spectator equestrian socializing!
BRANDYWINE POLO
Brandywine Polo
232 Polo Road Toughkenamon, PA 19374
Memorial Day - September 30,
Friday Nights and Sunday Afternoons
One of the East Coast’s Oldest Polo Establishments
The general public is welcome at any of the matches. Friday matches start at 5:30 and Sunday afternoon matches start at 3:00. Attendees love to wear hats on Sundays! Please check the schedule.
BELMONT RACES
Belmont Races
2150 Hempstead Turnpike, Elmont, NY 11003
Last year, with "an unblemished record, Justify came to the site where Pharoah ended a 37-year Triple Crown drought and, guided by the same trainer, took his own shot at history. Ridden by the 52-year-old ironman Mike Smith, Justify did not disappoint the crowd of about 90,000 as he quickly went to the lead and stayed there, despite a pack of contenders closing in behind him, to capture the 150th Belmont Stakes by a length and three-quarters and become the 13th Triple Crown winner." - NYT
ROYAL ASCOT
Royal Ascot
Ascot, Berkshire SL5 7JX, United Kingdom
A World Representation of Fashion & Style.
Enthusiasts arrive upon the small town of Ascot to experience one of the world’s most famous race meets and highly esteemed social event. Three enclosures are attended by guests during Royal Ascot week. The Royal Enclosure is the most prestigious of the three enclosures, with visits from the Queen and Royal Family members. Adults not wearing hats are refused entry.
JULY / Saratoga Season Begins
SARATOGA SPRINGS
Saratoga Springs - Racing Opens
267 Union Avenue, Saratoga Springs NY, 12866
Equestrian Summer Playground of the Horsey Set
The Hats Off Weekend signals the start of the summer meet. Dressing in the mode of yesteryear, the Victorian era, honors these cherished haberdashery traditions when attending. The town buzzes with soirees, entertainment, dining and parties. For the horsey set, Saratoga is THE summer place to be.
AUGUST/ Height of the Saratoga Season
SEPTEMBER / Saratoga Closes
"Much consideration goes into consrtucting a hat for your specific event and persona. My passion to create one-of-a-kind, beautifully constructed, authentic millinery for my friends, clients and for you gives me great joy and is an honor. (We love to be well turned-out for these social occasions!) "
PENNSYLVANIA HUNT CUP
Pennsylvania Hunt Cup
Newark Rd. Kennett Square, PA 19348
It's an exciting Autumn day of horse racing over the most beautiful foxhunting country of Unionville's yesteryear. Mr. Stewart's Cheshire Foxhounds Parade at "intermission". Tent shopping, and tailgating with your friends and neighbors make for the loveliest of fall outdoor engagements! CLICK for Pennsylvania Hunt Cup website information
THANKSGIVING MORNING
Thanksgiving Day Hunt
Cheshire Hunt Conservancy
Secretary: 610-347-1918
email: cheshirehunt@gmail.com
1549 W. Doe Run Rd. Unionville PA (Kennel Lawn)
All Are welcome. An invite or admission is not needed to join the crowd on the Kennel Lawn to watch the world-renowned, century-old, Mr. Stewart's Cheshire Foxhounds Thanksgiving Day Hunt. Horses and hounds move off at 11:00 am. with literally hundreds of admirers every Thanksgiving. Equestrian community enthusiasts will be there either mounted or spectating.
It gets crowded... so arrive early. Cheers!
