THE THRILL OF THE CHASE! -- QUEEN'S CUP STEEPLECHASE...

Rolling green fields, pretty people in pretty hats, mint juleps and ham biscuits, and magnifi cent thoroughbreds, eager to compete for the Queen's Cup over imposing brush and timber fences.

That's right - it's the Queen's Cup Steeplechase, the Charlotte region's chicest "lawn party" and annual rite of spring, held the last Saturday in April for the past 16 years. As the graceful and powerful thoroughbreds break from the starters fl ag drop, spectators rush to the rail to cheer on their favorites. In between the six races and other fanfare, including the beloved terrier races, friends and colleagues gather over food and libations, whether at their own tailgate or in one of the elegant Members Hill boxes or corporate tents. The Queen's Cup offers a beautiful venue for entertaining friends and clients or for showing prospective clients a remarkable day.

Because the Queen's Cup Steeplechase is such a unique, glamorous and thrilling way to entertain, companies large and small have been putting this venue on their must-do list for years. "Don't forget to include me for next year's Queen's Cup" is a frequent request on guests' thank you notes. Whether you're entertaining 8 people in a lovely lawn box, while dining at the Elkridge Club, or entertaining up to 135 in your own ‘Chase Hospitality Tent and choosing your own food and drink, clients and prospective clients will never forget the day. So, start working on your guest list, and let us help you plan the ultimate power lunch!

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