Tailgating

TAILGATING

Join the fun and excitement of the 32nd Anniversary Running of the Willowdale Steeplechase, a community favorite event which supports two local charities, Stroud Water Research and Penn Vet’s New Bolton Center. Each year in Chester County up to 10,000 spectators attend this premier spring event to enjoy the suspense and the thrill of 6 sanctioned steeplechase races friends and family can enjoy, Jack Russell terrier races, pony races, Kids’ Alley and hat, tailgate and best dressed contests.

It’s a wonderful day for everyone at the beautiful 160-acre Willowdale Steeplechase property located in the heart of Kennett Square, PA. Children 12 and under free when accompanied by an adult ticket holder.

By purchasing a ticket and or tailgate at the 2025 Willowdale Steeplechase, the purchaser agrees that they are attending by their own will and understands the inherent risk of exposure to COVID-19 that exists in any public place where people are present.

Ticketing Dates:
Feb 10th – March 9th

Tickets On Sale for General Admission, Alumni Tailgate Renewals, and Open Tailgates

March 10th – May 6th

General Admission Tickets continue to be on sale, as well as Open Tailgates, and all Alumni Tailgates not renewed by this point are released, open for new purchases.

May 7th – May 10th, 2025

All ticket and tailgate prices increase. Buy your tickets early!

NEW FOR 2025 – THE TURF CLUB – fully catered tent overlooking the racecourse.

Enjoy a fully catered tent with prime racecourse views and closed-circuit TV to follow the action in comfort. Savor a changing menu throughout the day from Gia Bella Catering, paired with fine wines from Wayvine and signature cocktails crafted by Pennsylvania Distilling Company, curated for a premium race day experience.

The Turf Club Access & General Admission: $175

Includes General Admission to Grounds and Access to VIP tent for one. Enter through Gate 1 and park in General Admission lot. Short walk to fully catered the Turf Club VIP tent including food, beverages and open bar. (One Ticket per Person.)

The Turf Club Access Add-On ticket: $125

This Ticket does NOT grant admission to the Grounds only to the Turf Club VIP tent. You have to have a valid admission ticket to access Grounds. Tailgate passes or Official credential qualify. You will gain access to fully catered tent including food, beverages and open bar. (One Ticket per Person.)

The VIP Parking next to Turf Club tent: $100
General Admission Ticket holders can park next to VIP tent. Do not select if you have a Tailgate Pass. (One Ticket per Car.)
MEMBERS HILL – RAILSIDE
$550

A long-standing tradition, MEMBERS HILL

TAILGATE – RAIL SIDE offers an up-close

view of the races. So pack a picnic and

reserve yours today!

(1) Reserved Tailgate Space

(4) Admission Tickets

Enter Gate #2

Tax-Deductible Portion $350

MEMBERS HILL – HILLSIDE
$500

Reserve your MEMBERS HILL TAILGATE

– HILL SIDE for a bird’s eye view of the

racecourse.

(1) Reserved Tailgate Space

(4) Admission Tickets

Enter Gate #2

Tax-Deductible Portion $300

WATER JUMP – RAILSIDE
$500

A Willowdale Steeplechase WATER JUMP

TAILGATE – RAIL SIDE offers an amazing

view of the races in front of the course’s

signature Water Jump.

(1) Reserved Tailgate Space

(4) Admission Tickets

Enter Gate #4

Tax-Deductible Portion $300

WATER JUMP – HILLSIDE
$450

A Willowdale Steeplechase WATER JUMP

TAILGATE – HILL SIDE is the place to be to

see a 180-degree view of the racecourse.

(1) Reserved Tailgate Space

(4) Admission Tickets

Enter Gate #4

Tax-Deductible Portion $250

THE TURN – RAILSIDE
$375

Enjoy a day at the races with up close

viewing with family and friends by

purchasing a RAIL SIDE TAILGATE on THE

TURN. One of the most popular areas for

race viewing.

(1) Reserved Tailgate Space

(4) Admission Tickets

Enter Gate #4

Tax-Deductible Portion $175

THE TURN – HILLSIDE
$325

Enjoy a full day at the races with family

and friends by purchasing a HILL SIDE

TAILGATE on THE TURN.

(1) Reserved Tailgate Space

(4) Admission Tickets

Enter Gate #4

Tax-Deductible Portion $125

THE FIELD – RAILSIDE
$280

The FIELD TAILGATE – RAIL SIDE area

offers a great up-close view of all the

racing action. A good place to gather

with friends and family for a full day of

racing fun.

(1) Reserved Tailgate Space

(4) Admission Tickets

Enter Gate #2

Tax-Deductible Portion $80

THE FIELD – HILLSIDE
$250

The FIELD TAILGATE – HILL SIDE area

offers a bird’s eye view of all the racing

action with a vantage point of the entire

racecourse.

(1) Reserved Tailgate Space 10’x20’

(4) Admission Tickets

Enter Gate #2

Tax-Deductible Portion $50

PRIVATE PARTY PADDOCK
TURN $1100

Invite clients or friends to your 10 x 10

RAIL SIDE TAILGATE TENT on THE TURN.

One of the most popular areas for race

viewing. Space for (1) car behind tent, all

others park in General Admission.

(1) Reserved Tailgate Space

(10) Admission Tickets

(1) 8ft table

Enter Gate #4

Tax-Deductible Portion $435

PRIVATE PARTY PADDOCK
MEMBERS HILL $1100

Invite clients or friends to your 10 x 10

TAILGATE TENT on THE MEMBERS HILL

overlooking the course. Space for (1) car

behind tent, all others park in General

Admission

(1) Reserved Tailgate Space

(10) Admission Tickets

(1) 8ft table

Enter Gate #2

Tax-Deductible Portion $435

HANDICAP TAILGATE
PACKAGE $100

NO DAY OF SALES

Do you have a handicap car permit? Then

you qualify for an easy access HANDICAP

TAILGATE PACKAGE. Spaces limited.

Must be purchased Prior to Race Day.

(2) Admission Tickets

(1) Reserved Tailgate Space on THE TURN

Enter Gate #4

GENERAL ADMISSION & PREFERRED PARKING

GENERAL ADMISSION
$50 per person

(1) Admission Ticket

Children 12 and under free when accompanied by an adult ticket holder.

Enter Gate #1

PREFERRED PARKING
$50 per car

Can be purchased in conjunction with General Admission or

other Admission Tickets. Park closer to Main Area.

Enter Gate #2