Festive and Fun Pre-race Events to Kick Off the 88th Radnor Hunt Races

As the 88th Radnor Hunt Races approach, the Radnor Hunt Races Committee is excited to present four fun events to help kick off the festivities leading up to Race Day. All proceeds benefit the open space and clean water programs of the Brandywine Conservancy, which has been the sole beneficiary of the Radnor Hunt Races since 1980. Held at Radnor Hunt, the pre-race events will feature:

Grooming Your Tailgate, March 22, 6-8 p.m. Join a professional chef and mixologist for an entertaining “how-to” of tailgating at the Radnor Hunt Races. 13th Street Cocktail Catering and Tito’s will be on hand to create a signature cocktail for Race Day. $20 per person; includes light hors d’oeuvres & cash bar.

Cocktails and Chapeaux, April 25, 6-8 p.m. Spend a few hours with friends and fellow race-goers creating a one-of-a-kind hat for Race Day. Well-known area milliners will be there to help guests create the perfect chapeau fit to take the top prize. Hat not included—please bring a hat to embellish or adorn. Embellishments are included in the price. $25 per person; includes hat embellishments, light hors d’oeuvres & cash bar.

Radnor Races Shopping Boutique, May 10, 2-9 p.m. Shop for all you’ll need to be “Race Day ready” with boutique shopping. $10 per person; includes light hors d’oeuvres & cash bar.

Wildflower Bash, May 18, cocktails 6:30 p.m., dinner 7:30 p.m. Kick off the races the night before with a festive dinner dance at Radnor Hunt. Formal invitation to follow.