Posted by Liz and John Attaway, 3/27/17

CELEBRATE THE 52^nd ANNUAL ATLANTA STEEPLECHASE ON APRIL 22^nd,  2017

Atlanta, Georgia – On April 22, 2017, more than 15,000 individuals are expected to be at Kingston Downs for the running of the 52^nd Annual Atlanta Steeplechase.  With guests ranging from children to corporate executives, this year’s event will benefit Bert’s Big Adventure, a nonprofit organization that provides a magical, all-expenses-paid, five-day journey to Walt Disney World® for children with chronic and terminal illnesses and their families.

Atlanta Steeplechase is in its 52nd year of operation. It has steadily grown into metro-Atlanta and Georgia’s spring social and sporting event of the year. The event is held annually at the beautiful 435-acre Kingston Downs complex. To ensure maximum attendance and enjoyment, the event offers a wide range of spectator categories. Steeplechase patrons enjoy the circuit’s best horses and jockeys showcased in five premier races throughout the afternoon.

The gates will open at 9 AM and races will begin at 1:30 PM. The daylong event is filled with thrilling horse races, The Von Maur hat contests, tent contests, a foxhound parade, skydivers, The Publix Supermarkets Kidz Coral, terrier races, shopping, people watching, and so much more. From the party place, the Infield, to the corporate exclusive Chairman’s Tent, the Atlanta Steeplechase offers something for everyone.

Proceeds from ticket sales will go towards Bert’s Big Adventure’s annual trip, as well as support for year-round initiatives such as the Reunion Adventures, the Fairy Godparent volunteer program and additional charitable services. To qualify for Bert’s Big Adventure, children must be between the ages of 5 and 12, live in “The Bert Show” radio listening area, prove financial need and have never been to Walt Disney World®. The trip and programs create a community of families that establish lasting friendships with others facing similar challenges.

Tickets range from $30-$350 with children 12 and younger admitted for free. For more information about the 52^nd Annual Atlanta Steeplechase may be obtained by visiting www.AtlantaSteeplechase.org.

DIRECTIONS TO KINGSTON DOWNS:
(Take I-75 North to Exit 126.  Turn left onto US 411.  Go 3.2 miles and turn right onto US 41 / 411 ramp to Rome.  Go 2.9 miles through two traffic signals.  Turn right onto US 411 to Rome.  Go 12 miles to Steeplechase entrance on right at mile marker 1)