The Willowdale Steeplechase offers a full day of family friendly activities including: Seven horse races, Jack Russell Terrier Races, a Carriage Parade, Kid’s Alley Activity Tent, Pony Races, an Antique Car Display, Boutique Shopping and Tailgating Competition.

The Willowdale Steeplechase consistently attracts more than 10,000 people to attend the races and spend an afternoon in the country with family and friends. Attendees are high net-worth individuals from the local equestrian community as well as business leaders, families and groups.

Based on a demographic study by the National Steeplechase Association, the following information describes the typical attendee:

52.5% are between the ages of 35-55
79.9% are college graduates
38.9% have incomes over $150,000
24.4% own a vacation/second home
11 % own homes with values in excess of $1,000,000.

Sponsorship of The Willowdale Steeplechase can benefit your organization in the following ways:

Client Entertainment
The Willowdale Steeplechase is the perfect place to entertain clients, business partners and potential clients. With a full day of family friendly activities, Willowdale Steeplechase provides a great backdrop to showcase your business. Hospitality Tents range in size from tents that accommodate 50 people to 600. Sponsorship packages may include any of the following: Tailgate parking spaces, sponsor admission tickets, sponsor parking, advertisements and signage on the race course grounds. We can also provide visible parking spaces for promotional and demonstration vehicles.

Visibility
With over 10,000 people in attendance, Willowdale Steeplechase is an ideal place to reach a high net-worth audience. Sponsorship packages designed to raise your businesses visibility may include: Visible signage on the race course grounds, advertisement space, vendor space for demonstrations, tailgate parking spaces, sponsor tickets and parking spaces.

Community Involvement
Over 200 dedicated volunteers help make the Willowdale steeplechase a success. The races have grown into a community supported event that benefits local charities. Sponsorship of the Steeplechase helps demonstrate a commitment for the community and a willingness to help promote an event for the entire family.