2010 Exhibitor Special Events
CENTERLINE EVENTS DRESSAGE SHOW
East Coast Riders Cup/CDI
August 20-22
HITS-ON-THE-HUDSON EQUESTRIAN
ART AUCTION & GALA
Friday, September 10
HITS-on-the-Hudson Show Grounds, Saugerties
HITS, Inc. is pleased to announce that, together with Fletcher Gallery in Woodstock, New York, it will produce and host a summer-long equestrian art exhibition. The Exhibition will run from May through September and will culminate with an auction on Friday, September 10 to raise funds for FAMILY of Woodstock, Inc.
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PFIZER $1 MILLION GRAND PRIX
Sunday, September 12
HITS-on-the-Hudson Show Grounds, Saugerties
HITS is very excited to announce Pfizer Animal Health as the title sponsor of the Pfizer $1 Million Grand Prix, which will be held on Sunday, September 12, 2010, as the finale event of the HITS Saugerties Summer Series in Saugerties, NY. The Grand Prix will be the culmination of 54 qualifying opportunities in Grand Prix events at all of the 2010 HITS horse shows, including Thermal, Ocala, Arizona, Culpeper, and Saugerties.
“HITS is proud to join forces with the leader in equine health for this historic Grand Prix,” said Tom Struzzieri, HITS President and CEO. “Having Pfizer Animal Health's support as the title sponsor for the largest, most important event we've ever hosted is a true honor. I'm confident that together we will make show jumping history.”
PRESS: Pfizer $1 Million Grand Prix: Top Riders Announce Plans to Qualify
FALL FESTIVAL OF DRESSAGE
September 14-19
The Festival Consists of four competitions. featuring 600 horses competing in classes from Training Level, the first step on the ladder, to Grand Prix, the pinnacle of the sport as seen in the Olympic Games.
Courtesy of Puttin Plus
Friday, May 28
6 - 9 pm
HITS will host a get together Friday Night at the nearby family fun center, Puttin Plus! Exhibitors will be treated to Go Carts, Laser Tag, Batting Cages and Mini Golf from 6-9 pm at Puttin Plus, which is located next to the RV Park on Washington Avenue. Wristbands must be picked up in the horse show office to gain access to the park. For more information, please see Chris Mayone in the horse show office.
Wristbands must be obtained in the horse show office.
Courtesy of HITS Staff
Saturday, June 5
Noon - 2 pm
Something certainly will be cooking at HITS-on-the-Hudson during the annual food sampling event at the horse show. Restaurants already signed up to participate include: |
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| Dam Café & Deli | Cafe Mezzaluna | |
| Hudson Valley Dessert Company | Mirabella | |
| New World Home Cooking Co. | Partition Street Wine Shop | |
| Le Canard Enchaine | Tea Time | |
| Main Street | Town & Country Liquor | |
$75,000 HITS Grand Prix, presented by Pfizer Animal Health
HITS MOVIE NIGHT AT THE ORPHEUM THEATER
Wednesday, June 9
7:30 pm - doors open at 6:45 pm
The Orpheum Movie Theater in the Village of Saugerties will host a special movie night ONLY for HITS exhibitors. The historical Orpheum Theater will feature three movies on HITS Movie night, including Shrek, Sex in the City & Prince of Persia .
For more information or to obtain a ticket, see a horse show secretary.
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PURINA MILLS |
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All are welcome at the Purina Mills “Pre” Prix party under the pavilion for some fabulous food, drink, and conversation with your fellow horsemen.
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The Purina Mills Kids Day is always one of the most popular events at HITS-on-the-Hudson. This year's activities include a live on-site WRWD broadcast, pony rides, |
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When Purina Mills Kids Day concludes, spectators can watch some of the best equestrian competitors in the world compete for the top prize in the $125,000 Purina Mills Grand Prix, presented by Pfizer Animal Health.
presented by Pfizer Animal Health
July 9-11
Youth Dressage Festival
| SUMMER KICK-OFF RECEPTION AT LE CANARD ENCHAINE EXHIBITOR PARTY |
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| Friday, July 23 276 Fair Street, Kingston , NY 12401 845.339.2003 5 - 8:30 pm |
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Le Canard Enchaine welcomes all HITS competitors and their families and friends to a special reception including complimentary wine and cheese at this renowned Zagat Rated Restaurant located in historic uptown Kingston.
Courtesy of Puttin Plus
Friday, July 30
6 - 9 pm
HITS will host another free HITS Exhibitor Night at Puttin Plus , the nearby family fun center located across from the show grounds on Washington Avenue! During the spring circuit, more than a hundred HITS Exhibitors were treated to a night of fun that included go cart rides, laser tag, unlimited pitches in the batting cages and open mini golf at Puttin Plus. Wristbands must be picked up in the horse show office to gain access to the park. For more information, please see Chris Mayone in the horse show office.
Wristbands must be obtained in the horse show office.
| PFIZER HIGH PERFORMANCE RIDERS' DINNER | ||
| Thursday, August 5 6 - 9 pm |
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This invitation-only event for High-Performance riders will take place on The Motor Yacht Teal, the Official Charter Yacht for the HITS-on-the-Hudson Horse Shows, and will be catered by renowned Chef Ric Orlando of New World Home Cooking Co. located in Saugerties. The Teal sets sail from the Kingston Marina at 6 pm. See Lisa Engel in the show office for more information or email her at lisa@hitsshows.com.
HITS EQUESTRIAN IDOL |
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Who doesn't love Karaoke? Exhibitors this is your chance to sing your heart out for great prizes during a special Karaoke Contest at the horse show courtesy of our friends at The Dutch Ale House. Unwind and let loose after an exciting day of showing while some of the top trainers at HITS Saugerties will serve as the celebrity judging panel, alongside owners of The Dutch Ale House, Karyn and Johnny Pavich. The Dutch Ale House is located on Main Street in Saugerties and offers Karaoke Night every Wednesday featuring Okie Dokie Karaoke.
| $125,000 Strongid C 2X Grand Prix presented by Pfizer Animal Health On site radio broadcast by WRWD |
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