Pimlico Race Course and the Maryland Affiliate of Susan G. Komen for the Cure®, the world’s largest breast cancer organization, announced today a partnership to raise funds to aid awareness and research to take place on Black-Eyed Susan Day, Friday, May 20, 2011. 75% of the funds raised will go to the Komen Maryland Affiliate to use for community outreach programs in Maryland and 25% will be used for life-saving breast cancer research.
In addition to the 87th running of the $250,000 Black-Eyed Susan Stakes for 3-year-old fillies, the day will feature an encore performance by retired female riders in the Lady Legends For the Cure Race II™ and a jockey challenge with six of the top active lady riders. The Black-Eyed Susan Stakes will be broadcast live on VERSUS.
Location: Pimlico Race Course
Price: General Admission $3, Turfside Terrace seating including buffet and concert by Steel Magnolia $100. Other price seating is available.
For more information, click here. http://www.pimlico.com/NewsEvents/UpcomingEvents/Details/BES_Day.htm