The Secretariat Center is excited to announce its 2023 "Bluegrass Brunch and Bubbles" event held at picturesque Jonabell Farm in Lexington, KY. Enjoy all the Bluegrass has to offer as you experience the legacy of Thoroughbred breeding first-hand while enjoying brunch al fresco. The event will take place from 10:00 a.m. to noon ET on Oct. 14, 2023, at Jonabell Farm located at 3333 Bowman Mill Rd.
Jonabell, Darley's Thoroughbred racehorse stud farm, is home to leading sire Medaglia d'Oro, Kentucky Derby winners Street Sense and Nyquist, and Belmont Stakes winner Essential Quality.
Guests will have the opportunity to admire unique artwork, listen to live music, bid on one-of-a-kind auction items, meet renowned racehorses, and visit the resting places of some of the most famous Thoroughbreds in American racing history all while supporting horses in transition to their second careers. Not-to-be-missed items up for bid include everything from vacation packages and experience tickets to artwork, halters, saddles, sports memorabilia, and more. Bidding will go live Oct. 1, 2023 and will close during the event at noon ET Oct. 14, 2023. Follow Secretariat Center social media for links to online bidding participation.
For just $100, each guest ticket includes all-inclusive access to a fabulous Winner's Circle Bluegrass Brunch, bottomless Mimosas, general admission into Keeneland Racetrack, and swag bags filled with amazing gifts from our sponsors.
Tickets are limited and available online. All proceeds go toward supporting the Secretariat Center's mission of preparing off-track Thoroughbreds for happy, healthy, and successful post-track careers through rehabilitation and retraining.
Shelley Mann, the Secretariat Center's Executive Director, shares her excitement for this event: "We are thrilled to host this special event in such a unique location! Support of events like this is key to raising community awareness and assisting Thoroughbred aftercare efforts. The racehorse industry is a huge part of Lexington and Kentucky as a whole. It is important for us to share with the community how these wonderful horses can be cared for and thrive after their racing career."
For information on sponsoring this event, donating to the silent auction, or purchasing group tickets please contact the Secretariat Center at 859-246-3080 or info@secretariatcenter.org.
