Spring is Almost Here!

As daffodils begin to sprout, we shake off the winter and start gearing up for Keeneland's Spring Race Meet. 2011 marks Keeneland's 75th birthday and we want you to celebrate with us! So make plans to visit Lexington! Start your day with Breakfast With The Works at Keeneland from 7:00am - 8:30am then head to The Thoroughbred Center for our 9:00am tour! Afterwards, grab some lunch just up the road at Windy Corner. Round out the day by watching the live racemeet at Keeneland. Gates open at 11:00am and post time for the first race is 1:05pm. Races are run approximately every half hour.

Here is the list of the Keeneland Spring 2011 Promotions going on all throughout the Spring Race Meet (April 8 - April 29):

April 8 (Friday) - Opening Day, College Day

April 9 (Saturday) - Breakfast With The Works, Lexington Singers

April 10 (Sunday) - FCPS Teacher Appreciation Day

April 13 (Wednesday) - Handicapping Contest, Toyota Bluegrass Stakes Draw, Grayson Foundation Hat Giveaway

April 15 (Friday) - Maker's Mark Bottle Signing, Maker's Mark Mile Day

April 16 (Sunday) - Breakfast With The Works, Toyota Bluegrass Stakes

April 17 (Sunday) - Military Day

April 20 (Wednesday) - Handicapping Contest, Horses and Hope/Pink Day

April 22 (Friday) - Jockey Signing

April 23 (Saturday) - Breakfast With The Works

April 24 (Sunday) - CLOSED FOR EASTER

April 27 (Wednesday) - Handicapping Contest, United Way Day
April 29 (Friday) - Closing Day, Markey Cancer Center Concert

Introduction

Let me introduce you to The Thoroughbred Center, Lexington's premiere Special Events and Wedding Reception Venue. Located amidst the rolling hills of the Bluegrass, The Thoroughbred Center offers a unique and purely Kentucky experience. The Center is surrounded by historic horse farms and you will love the 2.5 mile drive from Interstates 75 and 64 (and only 5.5 mile drive from downtown Lexington). Whether here on business or pleasure, the Center is the ideal location in a city known for its diversity and charming traditions.

Four areas make up the Special Events facilities in The Thoroughbred Center's Main Office: the Lounge, the Holding Area, the Pavilion, and the Conference Room. Each room is unique in its purpose and its history. We would love to help you choose which room is perfect for you and your special occasion!

The Lounge is our 2,400-square foor equestrian-themed formal room. Complete with its magnificent chandelier, working brick fireplace, adjoining kitchen, and a bar and beverage service, this room is ideal for banquets, weddings, wedding reception, formals, company parties, and small business meetings. This room can seat 200 people.

The Holding Area is a unique and rustic area. It has a casual, barn-like atmosphere that clearly defines the Center's central location in the heart of the Bluegrass. This area is wonderful for large wedding receptions, sorority/fraternity parties, barbeques, reunions, and many other social functions. This 8,800 square-foot space can accommodate up to 600 people.

The Pavilion is our 920-seat Auditorium that was designed for horse auctions with the idea in mind to accommodate conventions, corporate meetings, conferences, seminars, theatre productions, and other special events. This theatre-style auditorium offers a relazing and spacious atmosphere with its red velvet chairs and double-wide aisle ways. A 60' x 20' stage, enhanced by a 24-channel sound system, is also available.

The Conference Room is a wonderful area for groups looking for a nice, quiet location to hold a small-scale meeting. It is ideal for board meetings, staff meetings, conference meetings, seminars, and other small events. The Conference Room can accommodate 15 to 20 people.

Also known as The Thoroughbred Training Center, we are home to approximately 1,000 thoroughbred race horses. Guided Tours are given Monday through Saturday at 9:00am from April 1st to October 31st. (Reservations are recommended.)

For more information please call (859) 293-1853 or e-mail the Event Coordinator at events@thethoroughbredcenter.com.