The Tryon Block House Races and Steeplechase is the Tryon Riding & Hunt Club’s historic steeplechase event that is one of the oldest horse races in the USA. Celebrating it’s 75th year, the venue includes 4 separate horse races, tailgate, fancy hat & crazy pants contests, a “Kids’ Zone”, live music, the traditional foxhound parade, lots of food and a beer garden and lots more. Green Creek Race Course, Tryon International Equestrian Center, Columbus, 828-278-8088, Tryon.com

General admission parking (up to 6 people per car): $100

For tickets please visit: https://www.etix.com/ticket/p/2941198/2023-tryon-75th-annual-block-house-steeplechase-mill-spring-tryon-international-equestrian-center