How many races are at the Carolina Cup?
six races
Mark your calendars and get to shopping, the Carolina Cup races bring a flurry of bright, spring fashions and extravagant tailgate parties. From the Hospitality Terrace to our Vendor Village, friends and family unite for an exciting afternoon of six races.
Where is the Carolina Cup held?
Camden, South Carolina
The Carolina Cup is an annual steeplechase horse race held at the Springdale Race Course in Camden, South Carolina. The race holds the National Steeplechase Association attendance record of 71,000 people. The Carolina Cup has raised thousands of dollars for the local Kershaw County Medical Center.
How should I dress for the Carolina Cup?
Cup attire for women usually includes a sundress (now’s the time to whip out that Lilly dress), wide-brim hat and comfortable sandals (you’ll probably be on you feet most of the day). Bonus points if any of the aforementioned items are monogrammed.
Who won the 2021 Carolina Cup?
Connor Baxter and April Zilg crowned APP Sprint Champions in unprecedented conditions at Wrightsville Beach. On Day Two of the Carolina Cup, the action continued and saw the elite athletes battle it out in the APP Sprints in 9-foot waves and 40 mph winds.
Can you bet at the Carolina Cup?
At Del Mar alcohol and food are bought from concession stands inside. Most people sit in the grandstands on the home stretch. The betting is formal with real time odds displayed on the finish line ticker.
Can you gamble at Carolina Cup?
The gambling is informal, and each tailgate group runs its own pool. The lucky at heart draw horse numbers from a hat. There were $2 and $5 pools. Winner takes all.
What do you wear to horse races?
Although far from compulsory in all enclosures, smart dress is the accepted dress code for racegoers. Trainers and shorts are widely regarded as unacceptable, although not forbidden in some enclosures or at some meetings. The classic Flat racing attire for men is a collared shirt with trousers and smart shoes.
Can you bet horses in South Carolina?
South Carolina Horse Racing Betting Horse racing in South Carolina occurs but wagering on races is outlawed across the state. Betting in-person and online is prohibited across South Carolina as a part of the state’s general reticence regarding all things gambling.