Old Friends Breeders' Cup Bash 2026

Join us for the Old Friends Breeders' Cup Bash as former Breeders' Cup World Championship winners Little Mike and Stormy Liberal invite you to celebrate past and present Breeders' Cup champions!

Sunday, November 1, 2026
12:00 PM – 4:00 PM

Spend the afternoon at Old Friends enjoying great food, live music, exciting auctions, and the company of fellow racing fans—all while supporting the mission of Old Friends and the care of retired Thoroughbred racehorses.

Your Ticket Includes

• Delicious buffet by Proud Mary
• Non-alcoholic beverages (while supplies last)
• Live music
• Mini Tours of Old Friends
• Access to our Live & Silent Auctions featuring:
• Horse racing memorabilia
• Collectible halters
• Equine artwork
• And much more!

Event Location

The event will be held in the parking lot beside the Old Friends Gift Shop under two large event tents, providing plenty of space for an afternoon of fun.

Parking: Available along the lane leading to the Gift Shop and in the pond parking area (our standard event parking).
Check-In: Event registration and check-in will be located in front of the Gift Shop.

Ticket Prices

• Adults: $50
• 2026 Old Friends Clubhouse Members: $25 per ticket (discount valid for up to two tickets)
• Children 12 & Under: Free

Silent Auction Information

Our Silent Auction will be hosted online through eBay, allowing supporters from anywhere to participate.

• Auction Opens: Sunday, October 25, 2026 at 2:00 PM EST
• Auction Closes: Sunday, November 1, 2026 at 2:00 PM EST during the event

All bidders must have an eBay account to participate.

Guests attending the event who win Silent Auction items may pick them up that day. To do so, "Local Pick Up" must be selected during checkout in accordance with eBay guidelines. Otherwise, winning items will be shipped.

Please watch for posted start and end times for both the Live and Silent Auctions during the event.

Stay tuned to our Facebook page for additional event updates and auction previews.

For more information, call (502) 863-1775.

Thank you for supporting the mission of Old Friends and helping provide lifelong retirement for Thoroughbred athletes.