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• The cost for a tailgating space includes one vehicle and eight people.  RV spaces accommodate one vehicle and ten people.
• Up to eight additional armbands for tailgating spaces, except for the Stirrup Club and the Meadows, may be purchased for $85 each through April 24th, price increases to $100 each April 27 through May 7. (Prices subject to change)
• For The Meadows, armbands for up to twelve additional guests per space may be purchased for $95 each through April 24th, price increases to $110 each April 27 through May 7. (Prices subject to change)
• For the Stirrup Club, up to eight additional armbands per space are $100 each through April 24th, and price increases to $125 each April 27 through May 7. (Prices subject to change)
• Any accompanying vehicles (maximum of 2) must park in Lot T on Vaughn Road. Stirrup Club guests will park in the lot on Highway 100.
• RV area opens at 8:00 a.m. All vehicles must be in their spaces by 10:30 a.m.
• Topside, Infield, Infield Stretch, The Turn, The Meadows and Midfield open at 8:30 a.m.  Vehicles must be in place by 10:30 a.m.
• Stirrup Club opens at 9:00 a.m. Stirrup Club vehicles must be in place by 11:00 a.m.
• Awnings and staked tents are not allowed. Because of metro code regulations preventing the use of tents larger than 10 feet by 10 feet without obtaining an inspection and permit, such tents will not be allowed anywhere on the Steeplechase grounds. 
• If you have any questions regarding tailgating please call (615) 628-9100 or email tailgating@iroquoissteeplechase.org.

Purchase a Tailgating Picnic Basket ahead of time and pick up at the races!! Click below to download a copy of the Tailgating Picnic Basket Menu/Order From:

Tailgating Picnic Basket Menu/Order Form 

Infield Tailgating

Cost: $550 for one parking space and eight guests. This is our largest, most popular area with approximately 535 vehicles. Guests may visit all tailgate areas except Stirrup Club. Crossing the track is not permitted.

Infield Stretch

Cost: $550 for one tailgating space and eight guests.  This section of 47 spaces is nestled between the Infield and the Midfield.  This area has a great view and also provides easy access to both the Infield and Midfield areas.  Guests may visit all tailgate areas except Stirrup Club.  Crossing the track is not permitted.

Midfield Tailgating

Cost: $550 for one parking space and eight guests. This area has a wonderful view and is located between the Infield tailgating area and the Topside tailgating area. Guests may visit all tailgate areas except Stirrup Club. Crossing the track is not permitted.

Topside Tailgating

Cost: $550 for one parking space and eight guests. This area, with space for 113 cars, is on the opposite end of the track from the Infield Tailgate area. Guests may visit all tailgate areas except Stirrup Club. Crossing the track is not permitted.

The Turn

Cost: $550 for one parking space and eight guests.  The Turn is situated inside the track between Old Hickory Blvd and the infield, and it features its own Jumbotron so guests are sure to get a wonderful view of all the action! Guests may visit all tailgate areas except Stirrup Club. Crossing the track is not permitted.

The Meadows

Cost: $600 for one parking space and eight guests. Added in 2008, this area is the deluxe inside the track area and is located next to The Turn. It holds 200 cars and features larger spaces (20' x 27') than the other infield tailgating areas, with the option to purchase up to 12 additional guest armbands. Guests may visit all tailgate areas except Stirrup Club. Crossing the track is not permitted.

Stirrup Club

Cost: $550 for one parking space and eight guests. This area of 114 spaces is located on the hillside next to the general admission area and is in close proximity to the box seats.  This section offers a prime view of the final turn in the course.  Guests in this area may cross the track and visit any other tailgating areas.

RV Spaces

Cost: $600 for one parking space and ten guests. Up to 18 RV spaces are available along the track in the area closest to the stables. Guests may cross the track to enter the “inside the track tailgating areas,” but can not access the Stirrup Club.