Hats Off Day
What is Hats Off Day?
Hats Off to Kentucky’s Horse Industry Day celebrates the horse and its impact on the state of Kentucky. The day offers fun family activities, including arts and crafts for children, horse and pony rides, interactive educational booths, equine performance demonstrations, and a $50,000 Grand Prix show jumping competition.
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As in previous years, Rood & Riddle Equine Hospital will generously host a VIP tent featuring a silent auction benefiting KYEAC, along with a live auction whose proceeds will be shared between KYEAC and the Kentucky Horse Park Foundation. Guests in the VIP tent will enjoy a catered dinner, open bar, and exclusive access to the Grand Prix jumping event. This fundraiser is incredibly important to us, and your support makes all the difference. The silent auction will be available online starting two weeks before the event—don’t miss your chance to participate!
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FAQs
How do I donate items for the auction?
Please click on the links below to fill out the online auction donation forms.
Where is the event located?
The VIP Tent is located adjacent to the Rolex Stadium at the Kentucky Horse Park.
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Can I participate in the silent auction even if I can’t attend in person?
Yes! The silent auction will be hosted online and will open two weeks before the event, so you can bid from anywhere.
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Who benefits from the auctions?
Proceeds from the silent auction benefit the Kentucky Equine Adoption Center
(KYEAC). The live auction benefits both KYEAC and the Kentucky Horse Park
Foundation.
What is the VIP Tent experience?
The VIP Tent, generously hosted by Rood & Riddle Equine Hospital, offers an exclusive experience featuring a catered dinner, an open bar, premier seating for the Grand Prix show jumping event, and access to both the silent and live auctions benefiting KYEAC and the Kentucky Horse Park Foundation.
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What happens in the event of rain?
Hats Off Day 2025 will proceed rain or shine. The VIP tent will ensure that everyone stays safe and dry.
What is the attire for the VIP tent?
Given the warm weather typical at the end of July, we recommend wearing something cool and comfortable. Sundresses are ideal for women, while men are encouraged to wear a lightweight collared shirt.