Carolina Cup
Location Springdale Race Course
Camden, SC 29020
Dates March 27, 2010 - March 27, 2010 - CONFIRMED!
Description: The Carolina Cup race-meeting is a time honored South Carolina tradition that has achieved premier social event status. The annual 'rites of spring' draws over 65,000 fans from throughout the southeast, to enjoy the thrilling sport of steeplechase horse racing amid a flurry of spring fashions and elaborate tailgate parties. From our Hospitality Terrace to College Park, old friends meet and new friends are made during the afternoon of six races.

* Where:
o Springdale Race Course, 200 Knights Hill Rd, Camden, South Carolina

* When:
o Saturday, March 27, 2010



* Race Day Schedule:
o Gates Open 9AM. Post Time (or start) for the first of either 6 or 7 races is 1:30PM. Races run 35 minutes apart.



* Cost:
o General Admission Tickets: $25 prior to 5PM March 12, 2010 - $40 after 5PM March 12, 2010
o Infield: $200 per parking space. Includes one parking credential for one parking space in the infield and two general admission tickets.
o South and West Rail: $200 per parking space. Includes one parking credential for one parking space on the South or West Rail and two General Admission tickets.
o North Rail: $250 per parking space. Includes one parking credential for one parking space on the North Rail and two General Admission tickets.
o Restricted: $250 per parking space. Includes one parking credential for one parking space of an oversize vehicle like an RV or large van in the Restricted Area and two General Admission tickets.
o Front Row Paddock: $300 per parking space. Includes one parking credential for one parking space on the Front Row Paddock and two General Admission tickets.
o College Park Rows A,B,&C: $800 per space. Includes two parking credentials for one space on College Park Row A&B that measures 40' wide by 30' deep, and a 20' x 20' tent. (NOTE: NO General Admission tickets are included).
o College Park Rows D&E: $200 per parking space. Includes one parking credential for one parking space on College Park Rows D&E, and two General Admission tickets.
o Grandstand Box: $600 per Box. Includes one parking credential for one Grandstand Box, Six Box Seat badge credentials and six wristbands,which allow all day access to the Jim Hudson Lexus Post and Paddock Clubhouse Luncheon tent.
o Jim Hudson Lexus Post and Paddock: $50 per person. Allows all day access to the Lexus Clubhouse tent (NOTE: A Lexus Post and Paddock Clubhouse wristband DOES NOT count as an entrance ticket to the grounds. Anyone possessing a Lexus Post and Paddock Clubhouse Luncheon wristband must also possess General Admission ticket or another type of credential)

* Ticket Sales:
o Tickets and Parking go on sale mid January



* Tickets Outlets:
o Carolina Cup Racing Association Office - 200 Knights Hill Rd., Camden, SC
o By Phone: (803) 432-6513 or (800) 780-8117
o Online Store
* Mailing List:
o If you are on our mailing list, a space reservation form will be sent to you. If you wish to be added to our mailing list, please call the Carolina Cup Racing Association (803) 432-6513 or (800) 780-8117 or Racehorse@carolina-cup.org
* Parking Space Reservation Policies:
o Parking space reservation forms are sent in January
o The day the reservation forms are sent in the mail, tickets and parking space reservations are also available on-line: www.carolina-cup.org. Those who had a space at the 2009 Carolina Cup have first priority to that same space for the 2010 Carolina Cup if payment is received by 5PM February 12, 2010.
o If payment is not received by 5PM February 12, 2010 the space may be sold. The Carolina Cup Racing Association is not responsible for loss of reserved parking spaces due to non-receipt of the race "invitation"/reservation form. Space holders are responsible for renewing spaces by the renewal cut-off date whether the reservation form was received by mail or not, or risk losing the parking space.
o The Carolina Cup Racing association must be notified prior to January 1st of any address changes. The CCRA is not responsible for spaces lost due to failure to renew by the cut off date.
o If you want to move to a different space from the space you had last year, make your request on the back of the reservation card for the new space you wish to purchase. If it becomes available, you will be notified. Your request will be placed on the waiting list in the order they are received into the office.
o If you wish to purchase the space next to, behind or near your space or other spaces, you MUST PURCHASE the space you had last year plus the new space or spaces you wish to add. Make your request on the back of the reservation card as to the specific space or spaces you wish to add. If the space or spaces become available, you will be notified. If the space or spaces do not become available, your money will be refunded.Your request will be placed on the waiting list in the order they are received into the office
o NOTE: All parking spaces were sold out in 2009 as a result all parking spaces have first priority to their previous owner until 5PM February 12, 2010. Any space not reserved by 5PM February 12, 2010 is fair game on a first come basis. If you wish to purchase a difference space than the one you had in 2009 make your request and submit payment to the Carolina Cup offices in January.

# Boxholder/VIP Parking Area Policies

* No tents, awnings or canopies of any kind are allowed in Boxholder or VIP Parking areas.

Infield Policies

* Nothing over 10' in height is allowed in the infield. This includes vehicles, pop-up type tents, canopies and awnings.
* No buses, mini buses, or oversize vehicles allowed in the infield.
* Pegged party type tents are not allowed in the infield.

Lexus Post and Paddock Clubhouse Policies

* Access to the Lexus Post and Paddock Luncheon tent is by wristband only. All wristbands must accompany an admission ticket or credential. All wristbands must be worn tightly on the wrist. Wristbands worn on clothing or accessories will not be allowed.(*Exception: children under 12 accompanied by an adult with a wristband are free and do not need a wristband).

College Park Area Policies

* All 'General Policies' apply.
* No vehicles will be allowed between College Park Rows A&B.
* All vehicles must be parked facing the designated stake for that space. No vehicles may be parked sideways at any of the spaces.
* No other tents then the provided 20'X20' tents will be allowed on College Park Rows A,B&C.
* Single Pop-Up type tents only are allowed on College Park Rows D&E. No other tents will be permitted.
* No flag poles or poles of any kind taller then 15' in College Park.
* Bands have to stay within the space allotted to those that hired the band.
* Bands can not bother the spaces next door. Please be mindful of those that did not hire the band.
* College Park does not have electricity.
* NO GENERATORS!!!.
* The only vehicles allowed into the College Park area are those with a yellow parking credential. If bands or caterers do not have a yellow parking credential they will not be allowed into the College Park area. No drop offs.
* All band members, catering staff, bus drivers or any other hired entity must also have a general admission ticket.

Payment:

* Carolina Cup Racing Association Office accept cash, check & most major credit cards. (NOTE: Gate sales for general admission tickets are cash only)

* Suggested Attire: (Comfortable shoes for all)
*

Grandstand and Front Row Paddock
o Men - sport coat and ties
o Women - dresses and hats
* Infield, South & West Rail, College Park
o Men - Oxford cloth shirts, ties and slacks
o Women - sundresses and hats

Rain Date:

* Races are run rain, wind, or shine! No refunds will be made.


Notice to Race Patrons:

NO GLASS BEVERAGE CONTAINERS! The reason is safety for horses and fans...so please use cans and plastic for your beverages.
Contact namePam Mosier
Phone(803) 432‑6513
Event Websitehttp://www.carolina‑cup.org
Show hoursSat 9-6
Year #First Year
Art/Craft Space
price		$100 10x10
Application URL: http://www.carolina-cup.org/user_files/carolina_cup_concessions.pdf
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