Virginia Gold Cup Races

06/16/2026

Congratulations to Great Meadow Foundation for the spectacular debut of the Four Nations Cup this past weekend. What a fabulous new horse country tradition! 🏆

Don't forget to save the date for next year's event! 👇

That’s a wrap on the inaugural Four Nations Cup! 🏆🌍✨ What an incredible Sunday for !

Huge congratulations to Team Pakistan🇵🇰🐎 on a spectacular victory on the field!

This weekend marked the exciting premiere of a brand-new tradition and a flagship polo event for Great Meadow and our region. We want to extend a massive thank you to:

🤝 Our Generous Sponsors: An event of this scale is only possible because of your vision, partnership, and dedication.

🏇 The Competitors: Thank you to Teams Pakistan, Argentina, the United Kingdom, and the USA for putting on a masterclass in polo and sportsmanship.

💚 Our Valued Guests: Thank you to everyone who joined us on the rail, in the tailgates, and at the Ambassadors Tent to cheer, celebrate, and honor the enduring ties that bring us together across nations and boundaries.

Thank you to every single person who played a part in making this debut a huge success. Keep an eye out for more highlights and event pics in the coming days and visit www.fournationscup.com to learn more.

We're already looking forward to welcoming you all back to the field next year! 🌳🥂 Save the date 👉 JUNE 13, 2027

06/12/2026

🌈 Adding a pop of color to your feed straight from the 2026 Virginia Gold Cup!

From bold yellow suits and show-stopping fascinators to blooming florals and the brightest smiles, the fashion and fun at Great Meadow last month were next-level. 🏇 ✨

Swipe through to brighten your day! Which look is your favorite? 👇

06/09/2026

This amazing photo by Christopher Zeigler captures the profound, intuitive partnership at the heart of steeplechase racing. It’s not just about skill and speed — it’s about the unspoken trust, timing, and mutual understanding that develops between them. That connection is what turns potential into greatness. 🏆

Moments like this 👇 are why we love the Virginia Gold Cup! 🏇

06/05/2026

Anyone else think this looks VERY refreshing right about now? 💦 😄 It's a hot one out there today, so we’re taking notes from this smart guy!

Hope you're finding ways to beat the heat! ☀️

📷: Eleszabeth McNeel

05/28/2026

Think Great Meadow is only for horse racing? While we at the Gold Cup think it is 😁 many other events happen there during the year.

Check this out....the Inaugural Four Nations Cup Polo Tournament on Sunday, June 14, 2026.

Tickets & Event Information is available at fournationscup.com

Com out and enjoy another beautiful afternoon in Fauquier County.

Get ready for a day of international polo as powerhouse teams from the US 🇺🇸, UK 🇬🇧, Argentina 🇦🇷, and Pakistan 🇵🇰 face off on Great Meadow's beautiful grass field.
From upscale tailgates to the exclusive Ambassadors Tent (complete with luncheon and premium open bar), there's an experience for everyone. Or, grab a Casual Spectator Car Pass, pack a picnic, and enjoy the action fieldside 🧺🍾

🎟️ Join us June 14 for the inaugural Four Nations Cup.
Gates open at 10:00 AM - don’t miss the divot stomp, the thrilling finals, and a spectacular celebration of global community and sport.
https://www.fournationscup.com

05/28/2026

Please join us in thanking our 2026 Virginia Gold Cup Activity Sponsors, who graciously supported the on-site activities and themed areas on race day! 👏

Below are some of the businesses that we're proud to call partners 🤝 (see our post from earlier in the week for our other Activity Sponsors):

Link Solutions, Inc.: Wiener Dog Races Sponsor
Loudoun Mutual Insurance Company : Stable Hospitality Sponsor
The Mount Vernon Ladies' Association: Race Program Sponsor
Pueo Business Solutions, LLC: Race Announcer Sponsor
Quarry View Building Group: Chairman's Tent Sponsor
St. Joseph's Roofing: Golf Cart Sponsor
Virginia Maryland Tractor: Race Program Sponsor
Virginia Spine Specialists: Best Turned Out Horse Sponsor

Thank you for playing a vital role in bringing some of the most beloved parts of race day to life. We greatly appreciate your support! 🙌

To learn more about each business, check out the links in the comments! ⬇️

📷: Scott Suchman

05/26/2026

Please join us in thanking our 2026 Virginia Gold Cup Activity Sponsors, who graciously supported the on-site activities and themed areas on race day! 👏

Below are some of the businesses we're proud to call partners 🤝 (look for more thank you's later this week!)

🏇 Agulhas Bespoke Land Rovers: Vendor Village Sponsor
🏇 Aiyana Atelier Aesthetic Studio: Hat Contest Sponsor
🏇 Amazon Web Services: Steward Stand Sponsor
🏇 B & D Excavating: 1922 Club Sponsor
🏇 Denim & Pearls Restaurant: Tailgate Contest Sponsor
🏇 Dominion Energy: Jumbotron Sponsor
🏇 Ellavoz: The Pavilion Sponsor
🏇 Goffs: OTR Tent Sponsor
🏇 Lady Saddlers Club: 1922 Club Sponsor

Thank you for playing a vital role in bringing some of the most beloved parts of race day to life. We greatly appreciate your support!

To learn more about each business, check out the links in the comments! ⬇️

📸: Scott Suchman

05/24/2026

We’re enormously grateful for the generous support of our race sponsors — their contributions make race day possible! 👏

The Virginia Horsemen’s Benevolent and Protective Association (VHBPA) represents Thoroughbred owners, trainers, and backstretch personnel who race in the Commonwealth. It serves as their voice by negotiating race days, dates, and purses with track management while advocating for the highest standards of horsemanship to improve horse care, health, and safety, and by facilitating guidelines that protect the well-being of jockeys, grooms, exercise riders, and all backstretch workers. The VHBPA also supports uniform safety and integrity rules, aftercare programs for retired racehorses, benevolence initiatives including educational, health, and counseling services, and promotes the sport of Thoroughbred racing in Virginia.

Learn more about the important work of the VHBPA: https://nationalhbpa.com/affiliate-directory/virginia-hbpa/

Thank you, VHBPA, for sponsoring The Robert Duvall Memorial (Maiden Starter/Maiden Claiming Hurdle) at the 2026 Virginia Gold Cup. We're grateful for your continued partnership and for all you do to support our hardworking horsemen and horsewomen! 🏇

📸: 2026 Virginia Gold Cup; Eleszabeth McNeel

05/24/2026

Here is another chance to see our friends from the Virginia Scottish Games in action at Great Meadow. This is a fun event that you don't want to miss!

The pipes are calling... and you NEED to answer. 🎶
The 52nd Virginia Scottish Games are coming Labor Day Weekend — September 5 & 6, 2026 — and it's going to be an absolute braw time! Highland dancing, heavy athletics, bagpipes, whisky tastings, Scottish dogs, sheepherding demos, and SO much more. Grab your tickets before they're gone! 🎟️
👉 vascottishgames.org